Important aspects of using games

“Games help teachers to create contexts in which the language is useful and meaningful. That’s why the remarkable power of games to engage our attention is evident all around us. Individually, and as a culture, we spend a lot of time, energy, and resources to watch and participate in games”

Important aspects of using games in the English teaching.

• Using games is one of the most important ways to teach efficiently in a language class.

• Games mean the world to children. Nothing is more fun than playing games for them because they feel happy an free while playing.

• Games strengthen language skills, besides; learners develop social skills and good relationships while they interact with each other.

• Using games is an efficient way to teach English in the classroom.

• This way you get the best results in the classroom.

• The problem of using games in the classroom is that some teachers feel lazy. They often complain that they do not have enough time to prepare the games.

• Games prepare young learners for life and they acquire positive social attitudes.

As all experienced teachers know, games for teaching English writing provide practice in other skills as well. Speaking, reading, listening and writing are interrelated.

1. First decie the purpose.

2. Consider the language level.

3. Encourage cooperation.

4. Check the material and time available for the game.

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