A discussion of winning strategies in the game of NIM" is generalized to (positional) games in which the total number of moves is (bounded). (MM)

A collection of the following original games, adapted from traditional sports: frisbee baseball, rollerboard hockey, bell ball, throw and go netball, boardless basketball, crosseball, flag football, french dodgeball, korfbal, german bat ball, and flag football. (AP)

Discusses the use of simulation-gaming in teaching business communications courses. (JOW)

Over 600 talented elementary students in Massachusetts participated in a challenge program in which students were to devise a game format integrating math concepts into the theme "Futures: Fact or Fantasy." The challenge model can be used in other subjects to provide differentiated learning experiences for talented students. (CL)

A critic of science identifies the ground from which emanate toys, games, and inventive play. The knowledge and other prerequisites characterizing the inventor of pastimes are examined, touching on the correspondence existing between the biological/physical sciences and games/inventions. (Author/JN)

The rapid evolution of today's video games now fills arcades, snack bars, and homes with an array of highly interactive, graphically vivid technical devices. This electronic environment is creating a worldwide communication network. Developments in this area will be beneficial provided that appropriate media policies can be framed. (Author/JN)

Describes the "Trading Game," a learning activity for high school students intended to help players understand how trade can affect the prosperity of a country. The game involves raw materials, technology, trading, bargaining power, and the creation and distribution of wealth. (RH)

Suggests staging a "cookie hunt" around the school to familiarize new kindergartners with the building and the staff. (SJL)

Examines the potential of gaming and simulation for reducing the unpleasantness of revision or study for tests by elaborating on the nature and impact of reviewing, contrasting it with characteristics of gaming and simulation, and describing the potential of revision games and simulations. (Author/CMV)

This description of the man-environment simulation CARIBBEAN FISHERMAN includes its origin in a research article, the simple form of the game, and subsequent modifications or possibilities of modification that have emerged from experience in playing the game. (CMV)

Presents the rules for an educational game in which students reinforce psychology lecture material by creating and dramatizing defense mechanisms such as reaction formation, displacement, and fantasy. Provides definitions and examples of the various defense mechanisms that can be portrayed. (JP)