Presents ideas for several games to use in teaching metrics to elementary school students. (JMB)

The use of simulation games has not been demonstrated to be a highly effective instructional method. (Author)

Presents ideas designed to perk up classroom spirits. Examples include such activities as an ambidextrous club, joke day, and secret pal week. (JMB)

Six instructional games are described which require few materials and occupy time periods ranging from 30 seconds to 45 minutes. (STS)

An annotated list of resources is provided for persons beginning to explore seriously the potential of simulation/gaming for enhancing instruction. (Author/STS)

This paper describes a computer based simulation game designed to help students to link theory and practice in economics. Students assume the role of a government and engage in budgetary planning. (Author/STS)

Reviews research on simulation/gaming evaluation, with emphasis on geography. Describes styles of simulation, interaction between participants and systems, and interaction among participants. (LS)

Games and word activities give children another way to integrate their learning and reinforce their literacy skills. They provide different and enjoyable contexts in which children can apply what they are learning. This booklet offers activities which provide a sampling of "fun" ways for tutors to support and supplement their tutees'…

In this article, the Double I (Individualized Instruction) Game is described, including its objectives, rules of play, participants, and materials. The purpose of the game is to permit parents and teachers to consider their feelings about the implementation of individualized instruction. (HMD)

In contrast to their instructional use, games may also be used for operational purposes. TAG deals with the process of task anslysis which is an important preliminary activity in instructional development. The game is designed for use by teams of instructional developers. (Author/JA)

The Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) in Tulsa, Oklahoma held the VICA Skill Olympics at their ninth annual conference. The event comprised 30 leadership development and job skill contests. Competitors from 1,200 trade, industrial, technical, and health occupations took part. (Author/DS)

Survey of conflict-based games available for classroom use. (SP)

A look at how science fiction can be used in the classroom as an exercise in speculating on possible alternate futures. (AK)

This third article of a three-part series explores certain toys and board games as models of relationships.'' (Author/AK)