1. CPD for the teachers of science lsheldon2@ibstockcollege.leics.sch.ukLee Sheldon Improving progress through the use of games in science

2. At the end of this session you should be able to: Identify the key philosophies behind using games to engage students in learning; Identify a range of games that can increase the progress of learners and provide valuable feedback on the learning that has taken place. Evaluate a range of games and how they develop knowledge, understanding and skills. Outcomes

3. Starting point How are games useful in teaching science? We’ll play the stand up sit down game to get some answers!

4. Bloom’s taxonomy: Low level of thinking L1,2,3 L4,5 L6,7 L7,8 Medium level of thinking High level A/ A* B/ C C/ D E/F/ G remembering understanding analysing creatingevaluating The best types of games

5. Teacher time is the most valuable resource that we have in the profession... BINGOXO SUPERSENTENCE LOOPER ACROSTICKY POETRY IN MOTION Simple games – no time

6. Go to a charity shop... Find a boardgame and adapt it to the classroom. TABOO CATEGORICALLY SPEAKING OUTBURST SCRIBBLE HAPPY FAMILIES Adapted Boardgames

7. It’s easy to create games in a powerpoint (or excel) POINTLESS QUESTION OF SCIENCE CATCHPHRASE CREATIVITY MACHINE Powerpoint games

8. 30s Elevator Challenge GF This is a great activity for summarising learning!