When entering their website the following information is provided: “Kahoot! is a game-based learning platform that makes it easy to create, share and play learning games or trivia quizzes in minutes. Unleash the fun in classrooms, offices and living rooms!”. Kahoot! allows its users to create, play, and share games. These games can consist of multiple choice, true or false, and short answer questions. Pictures and videos can be added in to add visual appeal. There are two modes to choose from; “Classic” or “Team”. Each player will be scored based on whether they got the question right and how long it took. At the end everyone will be in order from highest to lowest score. This can all be done from any device, in the comfort of your home, at school, at work, or in public.
A popular use for Kahoot! is making review quizzes for students to play before tests. A teacher will comprise some of the review questions and use Kahoot!’s easy format to create questions. The students will use their phone, Chromebook, or iPad to log on and type in the code generated for that quiz. Although, this is just one example of how this platform can be used.
This platform is very useful in promoting collaboration. Firstly, Kahoot! allows for people to all connect to one game and share the fun. This causes a playful competition. Also, by selecting “Team Mode” users can work together to generate points. This builds collaboration and team working skills. Another way users can get involved with each other is by making their own games and allowing others to play them. This collaboration can be done in any setting, with anyone!
One response to “Kahoot!; an Educationally Fun Game Promoting Collaboration”
Hi Spence44! My name is Tori and I saw your blog and it made me think of my middle school/ high school days. Kahoot was one of those theme songs you always wanted to hear when walking into a classroom, it was exciting and interactive for all students. It brought so much fun and laughter to the classroom while also teaching us information related to the lesson. However, you did mention in the blog that it was ‘playful competition’ but the way I remember it, it was war! (That is a joke!) You explain this game very well and I hope many educators decide to use it in their classrooms!