Kahoot!

Literally, "Kahoot!" is an interactive learning platform and game-based educational tool that allows teacher and student to create and participate in quizzes, surveys, and discussions.

Steps to Use "Kahoot!" to Online Platform

1. To sign up or log in:

• Go to the Kahoot! website (kahoot.com) or download the Kahoot! app on your device.
• Create an account or log in if you already have one.

2. Create a Kahoot!:

• Click on "Create" to make your own Kahoot! quiz, survey, or discussion.
• Then add questions and answer choices, including multiple-choice questions, true/false questions, and more.
• Customize the timer, points, and other settings for each question.
• Add images or videos to make your Kahoot! more engaging.

3. Save and Publish:O

• Once your Kahoot! is complete, click on the "Save" button.
• Choose whether you want to keep it private or make it public for others to play.

4. Play a Kahoot!:

• To play a Kahoot!, click on "Play" on the Kahoot! homepage.
• Enter the Game PIN provided by the quiz creator.
• Choose a nickname to use during the game.

5. Play the Game:

• Answer the questions as they appear on the screen.
• Try to answer quickly and correctly to earn more points.

6. Review Results:

• After the game, you can review the results and see how you and other players performed.
• Kahoot! provides detailed statistics and feedback.

7. Share or Assign Kahoot!:

• You can share your Kahoot! with others by sending them a link or assigning it as homework.
• Teachers can use Kahoot! for in-class activities or remote learning.

Benefits of "Kahoot!"

The benefit of Kahoot! itself is increase student engagement, improvedc lassroom dynamics, as a higher motivation, immediate feedback, and higher energy levels during lessons.

Weaknesses of "Kahoot!"

There are some weaknesses that I found in this tool

1. Limited Question Types:

• Kahoot! primarily supports multiple-choice questions. So, the variety of assessment options like true or false, reading comprehension, etc limited.
• Improvement: they can expand question types to include open-ended questions, true/false, and short-answer questions would enhance versatility.

2. Lack of Student Collaboration:

• Literally, this tool is a solo activity, or individual activity. So, there is no group activity in this tool.
• Improvement: they can introduce or add a collaborative modes or team-based challenges could encourage group learning and teamwork.

3. Game Duration:

• Kahoot! games can be time-consuming, making it challenging to fit into shorter class periods.
• Improvement: they can options for shorter game modes or quick quizzes would cater to different time constraints.

4. Limited Customization:

• Customizing Kahoot! games can be somewhat limited in terms of design and branding.
• Improvement: Expanding customization options, including background themes, branding, and question formatting, would enhance user engagement.

5. Lack of Offline Access:

• Kahoot! relies on an internet connection, which sometimes can be problematic in areas with poor connectivity.
• Improvement: Developing an offline mode for Kahoot! to work without an internet connection would improve accessibility.

6. Advanced Features for Pro Users:

• The free version of Kahoot! lacks some advanced features available only in the paid version.
• Improvement: Offering more robust free features while maintaining premium options could benefit a broader range of users.

How to Use Kahoot! in The Classroom

There are some way to use "Kahoot!" in the classroom:

1. Assess Student Level:

• You have to consider your students' age, grade, and prior knowledge to create Kahoot! quizzes, so that match their cognitive and developmental levels. You also have to adjust question difficulty is challenging, but do not overwhelm them.

2. Align with Material:

• You have to design Kahoot! quizzes that directly align with your curriculum or learning objectives. Make quizzes that include various subjects, like math, science, language arts, and more. After that, miix the content types, such as multiple-choice questions, true/false, or image-based questions, depending on the subject matter.

3. Role of Kahoot!:

• In the classroom Kahoot! is used as an engaging formative assessment tool to gauge understanding during or after a lesson.
• Use Kahoot! as a review activity before a test or to reinforce key concepts.
• Encourage critical students thinking by including questions that require analysis, application, or problem-solving skills.
• Foster collaboration by allowing team play in Kahoot! to promote peer learning.