The bell was first and foremost introduced to determine a right to reply, but it also functions motivationally by stimulating excitement. The questions Motivation theory also suggests that there must be challenge connected to a perception of a reasonable chance of achievement. Much of the success of this game depends on the set of questions devised. They should neither be too esoteric or too simple. Additionally they have to encourage not just recall, but problem-solving.
Good questions are a key design issue.
The pieces Because the game is likely to be reasonably boisterous, we needed to anchor the playing pieces firmly to the board. We chose, on the prototype, to do this magnetically. The design of the pieces reflect the learning context. Client markers are clearly identified as such on one side of the piece, while the other side shows four types of horse user, who might need veterinary service. The prototype board is metal to allow the magnetic pieces to attach to it.