Kahoot, Interactive activity platform for engaging learning Interactive activity platform for engaging learning
Poll and survey creatorsQuiz/exercise makers
Description: Kahoot is an online platform for creating and playing interactive activities in four formats: quizzes, discussions, surveys, or jumbles. Users, typically educators or trainers, create them using the Kahoot website or app. They can customise questions and answers, add images or videos, and set time limits for answering each question. Players join a game by entering a unique game PIN on the Kahoot website or app, and they can participate in real-time quizzes or surveys. Participants earn points based on correct answers and speed of response, creating a competitive and engaging learning environment. Kahoot was developed by a team of educators and entrepreneurs based in Norway. Kahoot offers both free and premium plans. Participants do not need to sign up or have an account to join a Kahoot game. However, educators or game creators need to sign up for a Kahoot account to create and host games.
Evaluation: Kahoot! is a valuable and engaging tool to add an interactive twist to classroom activities. It is primarily used for educational purposes, such as reviewing material, assessing knowledge, and reinforcing learning concepts. While it does not specifically target linguistic skills, Kahoot can be used to practice vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension in various languages. Importantly, it requires having a device (computer, smartphone, tablet...) to play games in the classroom and a data projector or screen to share the results. It becomes an easy-to-use tool after some practice. Average IT skills required.
Cost: Free without registration for players, free with registration for Kahoot creators + paid premium features
Type Of Interaction:
Group/pair work - classmates,
Content:
You supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English + 54
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : High. Kahoot! ensures personal data collected is kept to the minimum required for providing the service to the user, aligning with the principle of data minimisation. Kahoot! also collects cookies, but these are never shared with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. Kahoot! has implemented various security measures, including encryption, penetration testing, password protection, and more. The policy states that users have the opportunity to access, rectify, erase, and restrict personal data, as well as request data portability. Kahoot complies with the GDPR. See more here and here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: No
- Compatibility/ Operating System: All operating systems
Examples of use