Kahoot!

Kahoot can be a valuable tool to support the teaching strategy of formative assessment. With Kahoot, teachers can create interactive quizzes, surveys, and discussions that engage students in real-time assessment activities. By using Kahoot, teachers can gather immediate feedback on student understanding, identify areas of strength and weakness, and make timely instructional adjustments. The competitive and gamified nature of Kahoot motivates students to actively participate and promotes a fun and engaging learning experience. Additionally, Kahoot provides data and analytics that allow teachers to track student progress and assess learning outcomes. Overall, Kahoot enhances formative assessment practices by providing an interactive and dynamic platform for assessing student knowledge, promoting active learning, and informing instructional decisions.

BCE Due Diligence Rating

Medium Risk - Mitigation Strategies Required

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Developmental Considerations

Potential Uses

Kahoot can be used to enhance Formative Assessment in the classroom.

Interactive Quiz

Teachers can create interactive quizzes on Kahoot to assess students' understanding of key concepts. These quizzes can be designed with multiple-choice questions, true/false statements, or image-based questions. Students can participate in the quiz using their devices, and the real-time feedback provided by Kahoot allows teachers to gauge student comprehension and identify areas that need further instruction.

Progress and Tracking

Kahoot provides teachers with data and analytics on student performance, allowing them to track individual and class progress over time. This data can help teachers identify trends, assess learning gaps, and tailor their instruction to meet the specific needs of their students.

Gamified Assessment

Kahoot's gamified approach, with its competitive elements and interactive features, makes formative assessment engaging and enjoyable for primary school students. The use of colorful visuals, music, and a leaderboard creates a lively and motivating learning environment that encourages active participation and boosts student engagement.

Discussion and Reflection

Kahoot can be used to facilitate class discussions and reflection on learning. Teachers can include open-ended questions or opinion-based prompts in their Kahoot quizzes, allowing students to express their thoughts, share ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions. This promotes critical thinking, communication skills, and deeper understanding of the topics being assessed.

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Accessibility Features

External Keyboard Support: Students with physical disabilities can connect an external keyboard to their iPad and use it to navigate and interact with Kahoot, providing an alternative input method.

Switch Control: iPad's Switch Control feature allows students to use external switches or adaptive devices to control Kahoot, providing accessibility for students with physical disabilities.

Voice Control: Students can use Voice Control on the iPad to navigate and control Kahoot using voice commands, providing an accessible option for students with physical disabilities.

Simplified Interface: Kahoot offers a user-friendly and intuitive interface, reducing visual clutter and complexity, which can benefit students with cognitive disabilities by providing a more focused and less overwhelming user experience.

Visual Enhancements: Kahoot allows teachers to customize the visual elements, such as font size, color contrast, and background, to accommodate the needs of students with cognitive disabilities.

Multimodal Learning: Kahoot supports the use of multimedia elements, such as images and videos, to enhance understanding and engagement for students with cognitive disabilities.

Visual Enhancements: Kahoot allows teachers to customize the visual elements, such as font size, color contrast, and background, to accommodate the needs of students with visual impairments or sensitivity to light.

Closed Captioning: Teachers can provide closed captioning for any audio or video content in Kahoot, ensuring accessibility for students with hearing impairments.

Screen Reader Compatibility: Kahoot is compatible with screen readers on the iPad, allowing students with visual impairments to access the content through audio feedback.

Flexible Learning Environment: Kahoot provides a flexible learning environment where students can participate at their own pace and comfort level, accommodating the needs of students with social or emotional disabilities.

Positive Reinforcement: Kahoot's gamified approach, with features like points, leaderboards, and celebratory animations, can provide positive reinforcement and motivation for students with social or emotional disabilities.

Collaborative Learning: Kahoot allows for collaborative learning experiences, enabling students with social or emotional disabilities to engage with peers, share ideas, and build social connections in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Making Functional Adjustments

PHYSICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Alternative Input Methods: Teachers can provide alternative input methods for students with physical disabilities to participate in Kahoot assessments. This could include using adaptive devices, external keyboards, or voice control options to ensure accessibility and full engagement.
Collaborative Support: Teachers can assign a peer or a classroom buddy to assist students with physical disabilities during Kahoot assessments, ensuring they can actively participate and navigate the platform effectively.
Flexible Seating: Teachers can allow students with physical disabilities to choose their seating arrangement during Kahoot assessments, ensuring they are comfortable and have access to the necessary tools and devices.

SENSORY ADJUSTMENTS

Visual Enhancements: Teachers can adjust the visual settings in Kahoot, such as font size, color contrast, or background, to accommodate the needs of students with visual impairments or sensitivity to light during formative assessments.
Closed Captioning: Teachers can provide closed captioning for any audio or video content in Kahoot, ensuring accessibility for students with hearing impairments during formative assessment activities.
Alternative Modalities: Teachers can provide alternative modalities for students with sensory disabilities to engage with Kahoot assessments. This could include providing tactile materials or using assistive technologies that support their specific sensory needs.

COGNITIVE ADJUSTMENTS

Simplified Questions: Teachers can create formative assessment questions in Kahoot that are clear, concise, and easy to understand for students with cognitive disabilities. Using simple language and avoiding complex sentence structures can help ensure comprehension.
Extended Response Time: Teachers can adjust the timer settings in Kahoot to provide students with cognitive disabilities with additional time to process and respond to questions, allowing them to fully engage in the assessment activity.
Visual Supports: Teachers can incorporate visual supports, such as images or diagrams, into the Kahoot questions to provide additional context and support understanding for students with cognitive disabilities.

SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL ADJUSTMENTS

Flexible Participation: Teachers can provide options for students with social or emotional disabilities to participate in Kahoot assessments in a way that is comfortable for them. This could include allowing students to participate individually, in pairs, or in small groups, depending on their preferences and needs.
Positive Reinforcement: Teachers can use Kahoot's gamified features, such as points, leaderboards, and celebratory animations, to provide positive reinforcement and motivation for students with social or emotional disabilities during the formative assessment process.
Safe and Supportive Environment: Teachers can create a safe and supportive environment during Kahoot assessments by emphasizing that mistakes are part of the learning process and encouraging students to support and respect one another.

Support for Universal Design for Learning

Multiple Means of Representation

Kahoot provides multiple means of representation by offering various question formats, such as multiple-choice, true/false, and image-based questions. This allows students to engage with the content in different ways, catering to their individual preferences and learning styles. Additionally, Kahoot's visual and auditory elements, such as images, videos, and sound effects, provide multiple modalities for accessing and understanding the assessment content.

Multiple Means of Engagement

Kahoot promotes multiple means of engagement by creating an interactive and engaging learning experience. The gamified nature of Kahoot, with features like points, leaderboards, and time-based challenges, motivates students and promotes active participation. The competitive element can engage students who thrive in a competitive environment, while the collaborative features allow for teamwork and peer interaction, fostering a sense of community and promoting social engagement.

Multiple Means of Expression

Kahoot supports multiple means of action and expression by allowing students to actively participate in formative assessment activities. Students can respond to questions using their devices, providing a range of input options, including typing, selecting options, or drawing. This flexibility accommodates diverse student abilities and preferences, enabling them to demonstrate their understanding and express their ideas in ways that work best for them.