Edtech, a short form of the phrase “education technology”, is a blend of IT solutions and education which is made to enhance learning among the students. It makes the experience of a classroom, much more engaging, and interesting. It is a tool that brings an easy alternative to boost the learning capabilities and engage them in learning. Edtech with the essence of gaming features brings out an amazing game-based learning platform i.e., Kahoot. If you haven’t ever heard of this platform then it is normal to get into a dilemma over the thought that how is it possible to mix edtech with engaging games? So, this article is here to answer all such queries of readers. We’ll cover the Kahoot Business Model in detail and get our answers to the prime questions such as, “How does Kahoot make money?” and “How does Kahoot work?”.
As already mentioned, Kahoot is the combination of on-demand education solution with game-based learnings for students. Today’s edtech is not just digitizing the content of the books but also implementing advanced technology to bring a major reform in education
The games in the Kahoot platform comprise multiple-choice questions that are usually generated by teachers for their students in any institution or organization. This platform can be accessed using the Kahoot web-based platform or the Kahoot app. It is on a mission to unlock the deepest potential of learners through Kahoot games, regardless of the age or context.
Kahoot Business Model
Now, you will easily get your answer to – “How does Kahoot works?” while understanding the Kahoot business model in detail.
Kahoot, in the beginning, was a free service but now it has turned into a freemium business model. It offers free as well as paid plans designed for students in the classroom- be it in-person classes or virtual ones- or at home for self-study. Kahoots was originally designed to empower children, students, and employees, unlock their full potential through learning. Here are the major tools and plans that the platform offers to its users:
Kahoot for schools
This particular plan is for students and teachers to make learning and teaching easy and engaging. The features of this plan are:
- Teachers assess prior knowledge, introduce new topics and students can preview the content
- Content is easily accessible according to the topics which it easier for students to prepare for their tests.
- Teachers can easily hold online classes live by connecting the Kahoot platform with Video conferencing Software such as Google meet, Zoom, or Microsoft Teams and send them quiz games during the class from the comfort of home.
- Kahoot platform allows users/ especially teachers to create slides and combine them with various questions available to hold an interactive class.
- Students can easily replay Kahoot games to improve their mistakes and recall the content.
- Teachers can gain game reports from the platform to analyze the progress of the class.
- The platform gives the facility of poll questions to get learner’s opinions and teachers can check their topic understanding.
- There is an option to turn off the quiz timer by the creator so that the class can play anytime during the class or after the class.
- Students can also create their own Kahoots which will help them in gaining in-depth understanding regarding the topics taught during the classes.
- Playing Kahoot in team mode encourages collaboration, teamwork, and communication among the students which helps in the development of their professional and social skills.
- Colleagues can be taught in a PD session.
