Jigsaw Activities
True or False? A jigsaw helps students to focus on one component of a longer text.
True
Ranking involves reviewing a list of ideas or items and working together to _______ them.
prioritize
True or False? Educational games do not serve an educational purpose and are just for fun.
False. Games provide students with an opportunity to learn and retain information, concepts, and class material in a relaxed and engaging environment.
What happens in this type of activity?
Students are given a problem and work in teams to come up with a solution.
True or False? Most jigsaw activities require students to work independently.
False. An important component of a jigsaw activity is groupwork.
Ranking activities provide an opportunity to improve what type of skills?
Negotiating skills, discussion, active listening, asking questions, persuasion, team-building
How do games promote student motivation in class?
They create a positive attitude toward learning.
True or False? Case studies usually have a definite answer or solution.
False. They are purposefully open-ended so students can explore many different possibilities.
What is a useful language skill that jigsaw activities can help students develop?
paraphrasing
How do ranking activities improve teamwork?
Students learn how to examine and discuss conflicting points of view and work through the group’s ideas to reach a final consensus.
How can games be used in class?
They can be used to introduce a new concept or reinforce key ideas learned in a previous class. They can also be used to increase engagement and motivation in a class and foster collaborative skills.
How do problem-solving activities develop communication skills?
Students have to discuss the possibilities, make decisions together, and reach an agreement.