Chapter 12

Based on the reading, as well as additional research, I found that "games are very useful in a class because they provide an opportunity for students to use their language in a less formal situation, without pressure of doing it absolutely right or not, but with enthusiasm for winning the game, as well as practicing the language."  There are also many advantages of using games in the lesson.  One advantage is that games are flexible in that they can be used to teach different parts of the lesson. Another obvious advantage is that games make the lesson much more fun.  It is also obvious that when students are having fun, they are more motivated to learn and are more willing to participate in the lesson.