Using Games for Assessment - Hanna Ramlawi-Otzman

I am definitely interested in finding ways to use games to assess my students once I am a teacher. I really like how, by using games as an assessment tool, students do not feel as much pressure or as much nervousness because it is less intense than a standard test or quiz. I do agree that games are more engaging, as they give students a way to show their understanding by working hands-on and with other students. I do think that it is important, as the teacher, to establish expectations and rules early on to better manage the classroom when students participate in these games. In the past, I have seen teachers use Kahoot for formative assessment, but it is very interesting to see them use other types of games to assess their students. Overall, I think games are a great way for teachers to assess their students; test their knowledge, check for critical thinking, and communicate/work with others.