Quiz Show
Basic Strategy
Quiz Show uses quiz game show format (e.g. Jeopardy or Who Wants to Be a Millionaire) to rapidly move through a series of questions with students. This strategy is popular for introducing game mechanics (points, competition) into a classroom activity.
Why would you use?
Quiz Show is popular for review sessions for reinforcing important information but is usually not considered a good way to introduce content. The game format of a quiz show activity can be to keep students engaged although it should be used in moderation as it lacks authenticity to real world applications of knowledge.
When can you use?
Quiz Show is popular for review sessions before major assessment events. Quiz show could be used in short 5-10 minute segments or could easily fill an hour session.
How does it work
Present a grid (or list) of questions on a whiteboard or PowerPoint. When crafting questions be mindful of the standard advice on writing multiple choice questions. Depending on class size you would likely divide students into groups. Student can be given a “bell” to ring in, or simply rotate between students. Quiz show is more appropriate for short answer questions not open-ended questions.
Other ideas
- Students answer individually
- Use in combination with clickers
- Students write and submit questions in advance
- Pub trivia mode: multiple questions in small groups, answered in writing rather than first to buzz in
Technology based options
The easiest tool to create a quiz show is using a PowerPoint template. See this link for a few free templates: https://www.thoughtco.com/free-game-show-powerpoint-templates-1396866