Looks at devices that stimulate intralinguistic thinking patterns, that is, patterns that can only be induced by the structures and forms of the target language without any dependency upon native-language patterns. Focuses on problem-solving activities that help the learner develop modes of thought that can be solved "Italian." (SED)

An overview on the use of games and simulations in economics and management is provided. Emphasis is on game design and evaluation. (Author/RM)

Describes an exercise called "Building Blocks' that demonstrates the risky shift and polarization effects of small group discussion. (PD)

Video games may allow educators to reach children who have never before been incorporated into an educational experience within the confines of school. A distinction is made between types of arcade style games and educational games in Piagetian terms: practice games, symbolic games, games with rules, and games of construction. (LMO)

Describes a classroom game designed to help students use and improve speaking and listening skills in a second language, by having one student describe a picture and another try to reproduce it from the description. (EKN)

Describes a science olympiad recommended as an alternative to the science fair, providing organizational details and funding notes. Discusses the competitive events which specifically include chemistry, events from other academic areas, and events designed just for fun which still provide a flavor of science. (JM)

A variation of a commercial game is described; it helps students practice computation with decimals. The rules are presented, with special cards pictured. (MNS)

The effects of microcomputer games on the cooperative behavior of young children were explored in this article. Children played mildly competitive, cooperative, and individualistic computer games. Results are discussed. (DF)

The Play and Learn program uses graphics in the playground to create a learning environment where children explore basic skills. The playground encourages student participation in large and small groups or cross-age tutoring. Several different graphics are illustrated and explained. (DF)

Discusses the theoretical foundations, history, and advantages of educational simulations. Describes two computer simulation programs. (FL)

Several games are given to improve skills in comparison, estimation, and linear measurement. Rule variations are included. (MNS)

A collection of games and puzzles that teachers can use to replace or supplement the usual textbook subtraction examples involving large numbers is given. Most of the nine activities are self-checking. (MNS)

Counselor education is sometimes exciting and sometimes frustrating. Students in the counselor education program at Idaho State University have formulated a way of dealing with the frustrations associated with graduate education in counseling. "The Candidacy Game" was developed as a result of the pressures facing graduate students in the program.…

Ways of combining mathematics and coding are discussed, with a wide variety of applications given. (DT)

Paper folding and coloring activities are presented which involve the use of rectangular and square regions as models for basic fraction concepts. Rules for a fraction game also are included. (DT)