As in a normal Choices QGame, in the Slot Machine Choices
the player reads a question and selects the most appropriate
answer from a group of possible responses. This game type
is probably best known as "multiple-choice".
In addition, there is an element of chance in this game.
The player begins to play by pulling the handle. The slot
spins until the player answers a question. The chances
of getting 3 in a row are increased with each correctly
answered question:
Move information from short-term memory
to long-term memory.
Deepen understanding of the content area.
Build confidence in their knowledge of the content area
Instructional Value
Adding the Slot Machine element of chance to this QGame
increases learning motivation and the engagement of the
player.
Learning Objectives
Example
To
increase information retention by recalling
critical information.
Which of the following markets is our primary
target?
- Small business
- Medium business
- Individual professional
- Home
- Nonprofit organization
Deepen conceptual understanding by
emphasizing critical features.
Which of the following is the most important
feature of effective meetings?
- Reading the minutes of the previous meeting
- Schmoozing
- Following Robert's Rules of Orders
- Telling the truth
- Sticking to the agenda
Increase retention of procedures and
processes by highlighting elements of a step.
What types of ideas do participants generate
during brainstorming stage?
- High-quality ideas
- Practical ideas
- Conventional ideas
- Wacky ideas
- All kinds of ideas
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Overview
To
increase information retention by recalling
critical information.
