GBL Game Time Quiz

Game-Based Learning usually uses points and badges to motivate learners.

• True

• False

Which of the following is true about Game-Based Learning?

• GBL does not use assessment in the game

• GBL uses actual and established games

• GBL will have students compete against each other

• GBL adjusts the gaming elements to fit the lesson content

Identify the correct example of Game-Based Learning.

• Students use Minecraft to practice computational thinking

• A teacher awards points to the first student who completes the essay in class

• Students compete with each other in groups by matching answers

• A teacher gives students stickers for spelling words correctly

Select all that apply for the benefits of using GBL in K-12.

• Intrinsic motivation

• Increases performance

• Active learning in both student and teacher

• None of these

Select all that apply for things you need to consider before using GBL.

• How to assess students while they participate

• Technology accessibility

• Cost of the game

• Classroom management

Jenny sets up a scrabble board for her students to spell consonants. She presents a sentence with a missing blank, and students fill their scrabble board with the missing word. She walks around to ensure that students are spelling the words correctly. Jenny is using Game-Based Learning.

• True

• False

David sets up a trivia game to his informal quiz. He arranges each question on a main board. Students who answer the trivia questions are awarded mini chocolate treats. David is using Game-Based Learning.

• True

• False

Which is a traditional game for GBL?

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Teachers need to consider how they will assess learners who participate in GBL.

• True

• False

The crossword puzzle you completed at the beginning of the class is a ________ ?

• Traditional Game

• Digital Game