Let’s Play Games in Math Class!

Abstract

Playing games in math class is important to math education because it is a vital tool for learning. Research has showed that playing games in math class is an effective learning strategy. From different resources, each one discusses how games can effectively help students. A study on the use of commercial games in math class has proven to teach algebraic reasoning, spatial sense, and multistep problem solving (Lach & Sakshaug, 2005). Another study showed the effectiveness of playing math games on the learning environment and student attitudes (Afari, Aldridge, & Fraser, 2012). There are many benefits from playing games in math class.