Week 4 Assignment #1

1.       What gaming elements provide users the learning content and how?

Text:  In Syllable Slurp, words containing different syllables are displayed. They are matched to the correct syllable by clicking on a chameleon to match the correct syllables.

Visual-graphic elements:  Contains very colorful graphics such as neon colors to catch attention  

Audio elements:  Contains music along with a slurping sound that kids will enjoy; also has a different sound when an answer is correct and incorrect

2.       What is the goal of the game?  The goal is to match the correct words along with their number syllables.

3.       What are the rules of playing this game?  You choose any chameleon by clicking on them, when a word shows up, there are eight tries per round.

4.       Does this game have any scenario design?  No.

Week 4 Assignment #2

ELA Lesson Plan

Grade Level:  Kindergarten

Common core standards and learning outcomes:

RFSF:3. Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. a. Demonstrate basic knowledge of one-to-one letter-sound correspondences by producing the primary sound or many of the most frequent sounds for each consonant. b. Associate the long and short sounds with common spellings (graphemes) for the five major vowels.

SLS: 3. Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

RFSF: 2b. Count, pronounce, blend, and segment syllables in spoken words.

SL:6. Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.

Instructional activities: This game helps develop language both oral and written by breaking words into syllables which help students read words more fluently and helps them spell correctly.

Assessment:  Students are being tested while playing, the game tracks correct and incorrect answers.

Debriefing: The game Syllable Slurp is great for helping students decode by syllable.  Students can practice by being engaged with sounds and visuals. 

What cognitive skills does this game cultivate?

1.       Attention sustained-helps students stay focused for a long period of time

2.       Memory-students can recall information

3.       Auditory processing: enable students to analyze, blend and the division of words

4.       Visual processing: enable students to think using visuals

5.       Processing speed:  students will perform task quickly and effectively, also promotes coordination

What new literacies does this game cultivate?

1.       Digital literacy; with the usage of tablets, computers, smartboard

2.       Game literacy; helps with navigation skills and fine motor skills