Technology Tip of the Week
Kahoot!
Kahoot!
What is it?
A game based classroom response system that is easy and fun to use!
Why use it?
Create quizzes, discussions, and even surveys to "motivate participation using a game-based learning and rewards in a social setting". This is a great tool for engaging learners and assessing understanding.
How do I use it?
Any device with a web browser, including laptops, iPads, PC's and even Chromebooks, can access Kahoot!. Visit http://blog.getkahoot.com/tagged/tutorials for tutorials and helpful tips.
Watch students use Kahoot!
The video focuses on one player playing Kahoot!. He waits for all the students in the room to answer or for the timer to run out to see if he has answered the question correctly. When he discovers he has given the correct answer he is thrilled, until he notices his name is not listed as one of the top 5 scorers in the room. "He is now motivated even further for the next question".