Ten Reasons Why Games Are “Hot” (High-Outcome Techniques)Reason #1: Games Are Fun with a PurposeReason #2: Games Give Learners Valuable FeedbackReason #3: Games Give Trainers FeedbackReason #4: Games Are ExperientialReason #5: Games Motivate LearnersReason #6: Games Improve Team WorkReason #7: Games Lower the Threat Level in the Learning EnvironmentReason #8: Games Reveal Real-World RelevanceReason #9: Games Accelerate LearningReason #10: Games Give You Choices for Your ClassroomFear of FailureAction Plan for Avoiding FailureAdditional Preparatory StepsThe Basics: What Is a Training Game?Five Elements of a Training GameA Game Is More Than a Learning ActivityGames Differ From SimulationsDecision Steps for Selecting a GameStep 1: Identify Your Training Session's Ultimate ObjectiveStep 2: Create Your Training PlanStep 3: Select a Game for Your Training PlanStep 4: Place the Game in the Lesson PlanStep 5: Consider Costs and BenefitsA Checklist to Summarize What We've Covered