Week 5 assignment 2

I believe games can be greatly beneficial in the classroom when used correctly. Games are fun and exciting making the student engaged and eager to learn. However I believe the new concepts first have to be taught. Afterwards, games are a super tool for assessment, extra practice and becoming more familiar in a specific topic. Games in the classroom should enable the students to become more fluent in what they are learning and get them excited. I am a big believer of games in the classroom and when used in a appropriate manner you will see great learning success from your students.

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