ERIC Number: EJ1137674
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
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Board Games in the Business Classroom: How to Play "Business Decisions"
Clausen, Daniel
English Teaching Forum, v55 n1 p32-35 2017
Games have long been a staple of active learning environments. They are a fantastic way to reduce anxiety, promote competition, and energize classrooms. Board games, in particular, can be very useful in building real-world skills in a fun and non-threatening environment. Therefore, the author uses them extensively for Business English classes and lessons. This article explains how to play a game called "Business Decisions" to help students develop their language and business acumen.
Descriptors: Games, Business English, Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Learning Activities, Business Skills, Skill Development, Decision Making Skills
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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