(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.
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Vary the amount of learner involvement in games
Games enliven rote memorization
Debrief the game
Keep the games challenging, but not frustrating
Use appropriate difficulty levels
Games allows for learning through mistakes in a safe environment
Provide opportunities for success and positive reinforcement
Use content that has previously been presented, such as key terms
Use concrete objects in games for younger students
If possible, post rules and reminders visibly on the board
Use inconsequential competition
Maintain a combination of knowledge and luck
Games let students think “out of the box”
Split teams fairly; know your students' ability levels
Games encourage good decision making
Cooperative teams can be beneficial
Games cater to different learning styles at once
Games provide variety in the classroom
Define your educational objectives
Regulate participation/require play
Play when you can; students love competing with the teacher
Don’t tie games to grades
Have students revise their notes
Games allow for shy students to participate more easily
Establish rules before playing
Reinforce the rules while playing
Games give the learner immediate feedback
Games increase student motivation
Games are customizable to different class sizes, content, and age levels
Games are memorable and help lessons “stick”
Games lead to better attitudes about learning
Games help lead to discussion among students
Target essential academic content
Relate games to a relevant concept to students
Try incorporating some student generated questions
