¿Cómo se llama...? Vocabulary Game - Instructor Overview

Game Description

¿Cómo se llama...? is an interactive vocabulary guessing game designed for groups of four students (or adapted for pairs). The game promotes active learning through collaborative definition reading and vocabulary recall, encouraging students to engage with course terminology in a fun, competitive format.

How the Game Works

Students are divided into two teams within each group of four. Teams alternate between two roles:

• Definition Readers: Read vocabulary definitions aloud from their H5P flashcard activity
• Guessers: Listen to the definition and attempt to identify the correct vocabulary term

The roles switch back and forth, ensuring all students participate in both reading and guessing activities.

Learning Objectives

• Reinforce vocabulary comprehension through active recall
• Improve pronunciation and reading fluency
• Develop listening skills and attention to detail
• Foster collaborative learning and peer interaction
• Build confidence in using academic terminology

Setup Instructions for Instructors

1. Form Groups: Divide class into groups of four students each
2. Assign Roles: Within each group, designate two students as "Team A" and two as "Team B"
3. Distribute Activities:
   • Team A accesses "Vocabulary Game - Group A" H5P activity
   • Team B accesses "Vocabulary Game - Group B" H5P activity
4. Explain Rules: Review game mechanics and rotation system
5. Set Timer: Establish time limits for each round (suggested: 30-45 seconds per guess)

Game Flow Management

• Round 1: Team A reads definition, Team B guesses
• Round 2: Team B reads definition, Team A guesses
• Continue alternating until all vocabulary terms are covered
• Monitor Progress: Circulate to ensure groups stay on task and follow rules

Assessment Opportunities

• Formative Assessment: Observe student interactions and vocabulary usage
• Participation Points: Award points for active engagement and correct guesses
• Follow-up Activities: Use missed vocabulary terms for additional review sessions

Adaptations and Modifications

• Pair Work: Reduce to groups of two with students alternating individual roles
• Difficulty Levels: Create beginner and advanced vocabulary sets
• Time Variations: Adjust guessing time based on term complexity
• Scoring System: Implement point-based competition between groups

Technology Requirements

• Individual devices (tablets, laptops, or smartphones)
• Reliable internet connection
• Access to LibreText platform
• Backup paper copies of definitions (recommended)

Troubleshooting Tips

• Technical Issues: Have paper backup definitions ready
• Uneven Groups: Instructor can join groups of three as needed
• Vocabulary Disputes: Keep master answer key accessible for quick resolution
• Engagement Issues: Encourage supportive peer interaction and celebrate correct answers

Extension Activities

• Challenge winning teams with bonus vocabulary terms
• Create student-generated definitions for future games
• Incorporate multimedia elements (images, audio) into H5P activities
• Develop themed vocabulary sets for specific course units