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Games Differentiation

Games Differentiation. Why Play Games. Helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills Provides an effective and interactive way to practice and master basic concepts and skills Games have advantages over paper-and-pencil drills. Using Games During Class.

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Games Differentiation

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  1. Games Differentiation

  2. Why Play Games • Helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Provides an effective and interactive way to practice and master basic concepts and skills • Games have advantages over paper-and-pencil drills

  3. Using Games During Class • Establish a routine for playing games as a regular part of your math class • Provide all children the opportunity to play games • Allow for several short practice sessions throughout the week instead of one large block of time (avoid “Game Day”) • Monitor children as they play games (ask children to explain their thinking or describe strategies they are using)

  4. Organizational Tips • Set up a games corner or games stations • Include all of the gameboards, directions, materials, and game record sheets needed (use ziplock bags, shoe boxes…) • Intentionally group students to support student learning • Have children complete game record sheets or exit slips so they are accountable for the work they do

  5. Modifying Games • Modify the level of difficulty by targeting a certain range of numbers for children working at different levels---as children gain proficiency provide larger numbers/range of numbers (e.g., modify blank spinners, decrease or increase the number of dice, use specific sets of number cards) • Increase difficulty by requiring students to use mental math instead of paper and pencil

  6. Modifying Games • Provide tools for students to use in problem-solving (i.e., slates/paper, manipulatives, fact tables, calculators) • Introduce games-specific rules and vocabulary using visual and auditory support

  7. Modifying Games • Look for game variations by unit provided in the differentiation handbook • Use illustrations to depict game directions • Encourage questions and discussion during games so children can use new vocabulary

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