How are the lessons structured?
A typical lesson features the following: A) A group discussion about the central theme and central concepts of the lesson subject, or: a class activity that intuitively illustrates the concepts. B) Explanation of the rules of the games, or: recap on the rules and a close examination of game principles and thinking concepts. C) Playing in groups (usually in pairs or in foursomes). Sometimes there are two parts of the game playing session, one immediately after the rules and the other after an explanation of the relevant thinking concepts. D) Learning relevant game strategies and discussing how they can be applied both in the game and in real life situations. E) A reflective summary in which the children relate to their feelings and thoughts during the lesson. About one quarter of the lessons are integrative, meaning they combine a number of previously learnt games. These lessons sometimes include pupil worksheets and computerized exercises. In all the programs, but especially in the kin