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[|Using Game Shows as an Instructional Tool]

· Everyone loves to compete; people love to show what they know and see if they can answer given questions. · Game shows are a medium that people of all ages can relate to—nearly everyone has seen a game show in some format. They're easy to understand and pick up without complex instruction. · Game shows appeal to all learning styles—they allow visual learners to see the question and surrounding information; auditory learners to hear the question and discuss answers; and kinesthetic learners to ring in, cheer, and participate.

[|Ten of the Very Best Reasons for Using Classroom Games]

**Reason #1: Games are Fun with a Purpose**
 * Reason #2: Games Provide Feedback to the Learner**
 * Reason #3: Games Provide Feedback to the Trainer**
 * Reason #4: Games are Experiential**
 * Reason #5: Games Motivate Learners**
 * Reason #6: Games Improve Team Work**
 * Reason #7: Games Provide a Less Threatening Learning Environment**
 * Reason #8: Games Bring Real-World Relevance**
 * Reason #9: Games Accelerate Learning**
 * Reason #10: Games Give You Choices for Your Classroom**