This article describes a traditional Eskimo game in which complex patterns are created by slipping a circle of string over the fingers, often in accompaniment to songs and chants based on Eskimo myths. Several of the string patterns and songs, with Eskimo and English lyrics, are included. (SJL)

Argues that evaluations of games are often inadequate due to poor experimental design. In order to correct this flaw, particular attention must be given to controlling the confounding variables and obtaining equivalent treatment groups. References are included. (LLS)

A biography of Martin Gardner is given, elaborating on how he developed his "Mathematical Games" column. (PK)

Describes a relay game to practice football skills including running, hiking, passing, and catching. (JMF)

A crossword puzzle for social dance using terminology of seven dances is presented. (JMF)

Variations of some common games such as Bingo are applied to dance and used to teach, review, and test dance skills, history, rhythm, style, and terminology. (JMF)

To design a game, you must understand completely the system you are simulating. Four stages of design are described and illustrated by a case study of the design of the game BLOOD MONEY. (Author)

Examined the frequency and magnitude of specific variables perceived to have affected U.S. Olympic athletes' performance. Respondents perceived that performance was influenced by: performance variables (e.g., preparation for distraction); team variables (e.g., strong cohesion); coaching variables (e.g., coaching expectations); family-friend…

Suggests the use of games, audiovisual aids, and student interaction as teaching strategies for adults. (JOW)

Describes a two-person game based on the Pythagorean Theorem. Includes game board and question cards. (MKR)

Presents a seven-phase model for debriefing following experiential activities. Eight d-games (i.e., framegames that structure debriefing) related to the phases in the debriefing process are described, and applications of the d-games are illustrated with reference to a common base activity. (13 references) (Author/MES)

Discussion of the design of games and simulations focuses on the fundamental defining features called deep structure. The two main levels of interaction in games and simulations are described; generalized reinforcers are discussed; types of defective contingencies are explained, including escape or avoidance behaviors; and the concept of negative…

Discusses how training games have changed and become more prevalent. Looks at characteristics of games and suggests how they should and should not be used in training. Describes 26 types of games and the use of icebreakers. (JOW)

Explains a technique for measuring the ability of college basketball teams, enabling the researchers to predict the winners at least as well as sports experts. (SLD)

Presents a Rasch measurement technique to rate the difficulty of mountain climbs. (SLD)