Why game-show review works
Students remember what they felt. A Jeopardy board turns dry review into a moment they talk about in the hallway.
1. Team up, don't isolate
Assign teams of 3–4 so quieter students can contribute without the spotlight. Rotate who buzzes each round.
2. Mix difficulty on purpose
Put your hardest clues at $500 and use $100 tiles for confidence builders. Everyone should get a win early.
3. Time-box each round
Aim for 25–30 minutes total. Use a visible timer so you don't lose the class to one tough category.
4. Debrief wrong answers
When a team misses, pause for a 15-second teach-back. That's where the learning locks in.
5. End with a crowd-pleaser
Save a fun or surprising final clue. Students leave energized instead of drained.