Beginner's Guide to Gimkit
Overview
What is Gimkit?
Here is a Beginner tool to help create your first Gimkit.
What is Gimkit and how can both teachers and students use this technology tool?
What is Gimkit?
Gimkit is an online tool that teachers or students can use to create games that coincide with the lesson being taught. Gimkit offers unique features like students earning virtual cash for competing in the games which they can spend their virtual cash to give them boosts.
Steps to Create a Gimkit
Create a new Kit
Give your new Kit a title, the language you wish it to present, and the subject regarding the topic
You may choose a cover picture for your Kit
Now the Kit will pop up several different options like add questions or create flashcards, this part is entirely up to you
After adding questions or creating flashcards, click the "All Done" button in the top right corner
Your Kit is now live and ready to be used as homework or play the game live
Using Your Gimkit as a Game
If you would like to use your Gimkit as a game for your students, simply follow these steps:
Go to the Kit you would like to use and click on button to the right that says "Play Live"
You will now be prompted to a variety of different games you would like to use your Kit in
After choosing the game you would like to use, the screen offers different options before starting like how much starting cash, clapping, and clean powerups only (These are all extra features that you can add into your game for the students if you would like to)
Once selecting your options, you will be prompted to the hosting screen
The hosting screen provides the code for the students to gain access for entering the game
Once all students are in, the game will start
Gimkit Benefits
Gimkit is a great online tool for students to engage in learning, comprehending, and retaining information being presented in class. Gimkit is easy to use, free to everyone, and has a variety of fun games to offer. Gimkit could also be used as a project for middle and high school students. It is a great way for students to learn about different technology softwares and how to use them.