Thanks, Dawna. Just updated the post to change Infuse Learning (which was also retired) to Formative (goformative.com) and Quick Screenshare to appear.in. Too bad those tools were retired … they were some of my favorites!

Wow … I had never thought of using Kahoot! in that way, Jamie! Thanks for filling me and the readers in. That’s the beauty of so many of these interactive digital tools — they can be used in such diverse ways … only limited by our imaginations! 🙂

One point I’d like to address is this: “A word of caution: these “guess as fast as you can” activities dont’t work well with creative thought and reasoning. (I learned about research on this in Dan Pink’s TED Talk on motivation.) I’m planning on using very basic questions with Kahoot! and saving my deeper-thinking questions for other activities.”

Firstly, we will be introducing less time-based game modes going forward, but secondly, I’m not sure if you’ve read about our learners to leaders pedagogy? http://blog.getkahoot.com/tagged/pedagogy

This is about an enquiry-led use of Kahoot!, whereby students are encouraged to research and build on knowledge of specific topics, create supporting imagery or video, and create a Kahoot which they can play back with their classmates.

Whilst they take on the teacher role, playing their game with classmates, instigating peer-led discussion and sharing their knowledge, the teacher can take a step back (or join in the game!) and assess the quality of questions they’re asking. Even the quality of their wrong answer options shows a deeper level of understanding.

I hope that provides some inspiration to you 🙂

Thanks

Jamie

I have heard good things about Exit Ticket. Thanks for adding it to the list! I always appreciate hearing what you have to say, Kyle.

It was great to meet you too, Wade. Thanks for the comment … stay in touch!