ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORM: KAHOOT

 

Kahoot is an online learning platform that gives users the ability to create, share and participate in interactive quizzes and surveys. In educational institutions, as well as in training and corporate events, the platform is widely used. Kahoot quizzes, also known as "kahoots" are designed to be engaging and interactive. Multiple choices of questions, surveys, and puzzles can be included. A unique gaming PIN made available to the host can be used by participants in Kahoot sessions. When the proceeding starts, questions are displayed on a shared screen and participants can choose an appropriate answer with their personal devices, which may include smartphones or tablets.

This platform gives participants points based on the correct answers and response speed, which will foster a competitive and fun learning environment. It provides instant feedback on the correct answer at the end of each question, and a scoreboard is displayed to see current rankings.

Teachers or trainers don't need to select a Kahoot from an extensive library of user-generated content on different topics. It is also equipped with features such as team mode, which enables players to work together in groups and the possibility of organising live games or assigning tasks according to their own schedules.

HOW TO USE?

1. Sign in or log on: Visit the Kahoot website https://kahoot.com, and if you don't already have one, create an account to do so. Alternatively, you can use an existing Google or Microsoft account to log on.
2. Create a Kahoot: Click on the "create" button when you log in to create your own quiz. You will be asked to enter the title and description of your test.
3. Add questions and answers: To add questions to your quizzes, click on "add a question" in the Quiz Editor. Choose the question text, and provide multiple answers. To make your test more interesting, you can also include photos, videos, and so on.
4. Set a time limit and points: You may set a time limit to increase the level of urgency for each question. Points can also be assigned to each selection of answers to give more importance to the right answer.
5. Add some customization to Kahoot: There are different options for adding your customization. To make Kahoot visually attractive, you can choose from a theme, background image and music.
6. Save and launch your Kahoot: Once you are done creating your Kahoot, click on the "save" button. To open Kahoot and play, click on the "play" button.
7. Share it: Share the game PIN or link with the participants you want to invite. They can join the game by visiting Kahoot. To assign this test as homework or to share it through email or social media, you can use the "challenge" feature on Kahoot.
8. Play and monitor the game: When the players join your Kahoot, start the game. The question will be shown on the main screen, and those who have chosen to answer it themselves can choose what they want. As the host, you can monitor the progress, see the leaderboard, and control the pace of the game.
9. Review and share results: After the game ends, you can review the results and statistics. It provides a detailed breakdown of individual and overall performance. You can share them with the participants or download them for further analysis.

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