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(sample games that can be created using this site) |
| CREATE ONLINE EDUCATIONAL GAMES FOR FREE! The Review Game Zone is a web based review game creation site where educators can create FREE educational games and quizzes directly from their browser. Simply input the question data, type the answer choices and that’s it! The games are automatically created and provide interactive review for exams or quizzes. No downloads or installation required, create your games in the cloud and access/edit them from anywhere in the world! Use games for unmotivated learners or to turn workbooks or flash cards into fun time. Games create a relaxing environment which helps motivate the learner. You can even collect statistical data on who played and how they did. Sign Up Today! |
| Games: There are 10 types of games students can play: Outer Space Attackers, Basketball, Grade Swap, Soccer, Baseball, Rock Paper Scissors, Ping-Pong, Golf, Simple Quiz or Wanna be a Billionaire. Games are based on a 10 question data set where the questions and answers are randomly ordered in each game. Any educator can create games at this site by simply signing up for a FREE account. |
What other Teachers are saying about the Review Game Zone:
"I wanted to let you know that my kids love this site! I have always used other games sites in the past. I was so thrilled to discover teachers were able to make their own games. Thank you!!! My kids actually play at home when they get "bored"! That is awesome when they could be playing any computer game." ~ S. O.
"I have been able to log on and make numerous quizzes for my classes. :) We are a Classrooms For the Future school and incorporate tons of technology. This is just another way to do it. This type of review allows students to study independently and it frees us up to help with other issues and schoolwork. Thanks for your FREE website." ~ M.R.
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 (screen shot from Rock, Paper, Scissors available on Review Game Zone) |
| Effectiveness of Games: As with anything, the students that want to study will, however, students who would typically not open their books to review for exams, are now parking themselves in front of the computer and playing a few free review games the night before the exams. We understand that this site is not meant to replace good old "studying" but teachers have seen a dramatic increase in student study habits by using this site. |
Question Preview: Each game has a "Preview Questions" option where students or teachers can preview the questions before or after playing them. You are able to print the questions found within the game data sets to allow for more in depth review.
School Districts Firewall and Website Blocking: A small hand full of schools may automatically block access to this site because it contains the keyword "games", even if they are "educational games". If this happens at your school, contact your system administration and request a manual review of this site. Most districts unblock the site once they realize this is a site dedicated to education and not just for playing free games.
How to Use the Site: A few days prior to the exam I usually create my test for the class. Then I log onto the free review game creation site (www.reviewgamezone.com) and browse the topics. I jot down each topic ID # which is located next to the game title (e.g.: Sedimentary Rocks (ID#: 4)) that is relevant for the particular exam on this study sheet, then print it out, make copies, and give it to my students as a way to prepare for exams.
 (screen shot from Super Soccer Taker available on Review Game Zone) |
Unique Game ID #: Each game has an ID # which allows students fast access to a particular game without having to “dig” or “search” through the site. An example: [Sedimentary Rocks (ID#: 4)]: Here you can see that the ID for this game is 4. If you think this game would benefit your students, simply tell them to plug the number 4 into the “Games by ID #” box located in the upper right hand corner of each page. Once you find a game, you can find it any time by entering its ID # in the “Games by ID #” text box on the right hand side of any page. This will bring you right to the game.
Games by Teacher: This feature allows your students to input your name into a search box and all of the games that you created will be displayed on one page for easy access. This is a time saver and allows almost instant access to all your games! In order to use this feature, you must log in to your account and complete your user profile. Failure to complete your profile will prevent your students from using this feature!
