Gamification in the Elementary Classroom

Over 10 years ago I started a blog called The Classroom Game Nook blog.  I started it because I am a big fan of finding ways to make learning more fun for students.  When learning is fun, motivation, engagement, and student success often follow.

On my blog the Classroom GAME Nook, I shared all the ways that I used fun and games in the classroom.  And, although over the years I dropped the word “game” from my title, and am now just The Classroom Nook, I certainly did not stop striving to find ways to make learning fun through games.

I want to explore gamification in the classroom.  Gamification is a term that we’ve heard pop up in the education world lately.  Kids love games.  When they play games, they have fun, and when they have fun: they learn.  

So, what is it about games that are so attractive?  And how can we capture those elements and apply it to other areas in the classroom?  Well - that’s exactly what we’re about to explore.

FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES VISIT:  classroomnook.com/podcast/115

Click HERE to listen to the TED talk with Paul Anderson

Learning Game Apps:

• Kahoot
• Quizlet