It takes 24-36 times before an action becomes automatic
I love using Kahoot as a learning tool for students as well as a game called "Swats That Term" for learning medical terminology, specifically.
Comment on Kathleen O’Neil-Meyers's post: i agree; kahoot seems to be one of the most widely used methods snd students seems to engage.
it was perfect idea to play ball with the students
it was great idea to have game in classroom.
I like the tossing the ball activity for students to review classroom content. I think this would create a team environment and make the students feel at ease.
Personally, I like the football or baseball activities. I have used the terms/definition cards in past classes, it works well. I like the idea of the ball toss, that can also be done virtually for online classes, the person just virtually passes the ball to a classmate.
Comment on Megan Fitzsimmons's post: I am new to Kahoot and just learning how to use it. I also like the games of matching and the ball toss for review.
The ball toss game is one I will use.
Doing multiple type of play/learn games is the key to maintaining learning active and engaged.
I love to use many different ideas and ways to keep students engaged and these are all great ideas.
I will be implementing Secret Identity and Flip Chart. I always ask students if they learned something new today? This just takes it up a notch! Thank you for activity ideas I love learning too!
Instead of index cards for matching games use Quizlet and print off the terms. The students can match the terms. I put them on cardstock, laminate, and put magnets on them and use them as a station for practice.
Group activities is not just fun. it also create spirit of teamwork and sence of accomplishment at the end of the day.
I like the ball toss activity to use at the end of class because it engages the students to stand up, everyone gets a turn and the instructor can assess how well the students retained the learning points that were given for that day.
I have been using Kahoot and Jeopardy for years. These have gotten a little stale. I like Secret Identity for my talkative groups.
Group Activities: Reflection and Application
This module emphasized the value of group activities for enhancing collaboration, communication, and critical thinking among students. I learned that well-structured group tasks not only make learning more interactive but also allow students to benefit from diverse perspectives, which can deepen their understanding of complex concepts.
To apply these insights, I plan to incorporate more group activities that promote active participation and allow students to tackle real-world scenarios together. I will assign roles within each group to ensure balanced participation and structure, fostering teamwork and accountability. By implementing these group activities, I aim to create a more engaging and collaborative classroom environment that encourages peer learning and prepares students for teamwork in professional settings.
