I think that the Jeopardy approach to learning definitions is definitely a lot more effective than just memorizing from a book. It is also much more fun. Typically, class is spent sitting in a desk in front of a board reading information from it, or a textbook. Or listening to a speaker lecture on the topic, while we're just supposed to memorize this, and learn it so we can hopefully later apply it to situations in the real world. Most of the time, we are lucky to memorize information reviewed in class long enough to take the final at the end of the course. But it's just not even somewhat likely we'll remember it later on. It's kind of a scary thought when considering doctors and lawyers in this position. Yes, they do need to take this information seriously, but I think the jeopardy game is possibly a better approach to learning. It is fun and exciting, but it encourages the actual learning of information. Some of the questions I am planning on using in my game are as follows:
A utility patent is valid for a time period of _____________.
What is 20 years
The use of material if for the purposes of education, research, parodies and news reporting without consent from its owner is referred to as _________.
What is fair use
The USPTO refers to a patent application as _________ if the applicant fails to respond to their actions or requests.
What is abandoned
