Ready, Set, Read! How to Gamify Reading
Because of student apathy, low reading levels, and short attention spans, many teachers feel that class reading time is like pulling teeth, but it doesn't have to be that way. Reading, whether as a whole class or in small groups, can be entertaining and engaging for students and teachers alike. You simply need to add a little gamification to your reading routine. Hook'em The first step to successful gamification is hooking your students. How will you approach the reading in a way that is new, entertaining, and interactive? Students need to see the fun in the activity from the very start, or they won't be invested in the game or engaged in the reading. For example, instead of telling them they'll be researching background information and filling out a quiz on the topic, I tell them they'll be competing in teams to complete the background scavenger hunt first. Adding teams and competition is a great way to amp up the fun and get more students to buy in. Once the rea