WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.067 --> 00:00:03.033 Hi, I'm Jeff Knutson from Common Sense. 2 00:00:03.033 --> 00:00:06.133 Pop quiz-- what's your favorite type of formative assessment? 3 00:00:06.133 --> 00:00:09.200 ("Jeopardy" theme playing) 4 00:00:09.200 --> 00:00:10.701 (bell ringing) 5 00:00:10.701 --> 00:00:13.300 I know, I know-- it's hard to choose. 6 00:00:13.300 --> 00:00:14.734 In terms of online formative assessment, 7 00:00:14.734 --> 00:00:16.701 there are a ton of options. 8 00:00:16.701 --> 00:00:18.334 A lot of them are fun for students, 9 00:00:18.334 --> 00:00:20.300 and they're a great way for teachers 10 00:00:20.300 --> 00:00:21.667 to check for understanding. 11 00:00:21.667 --> 00:00:23.367 But how do you pick the best one 12 00:00:23.367 --> 00:00:24.701 for your classroom? 13 00:00:24.701 --> 00:00:26.767 Let's check out two popular options-- 14 00:00:26.767 --> 00:00:29.234 Kahoot and Formative. 15 00:00:29.234 --> 00:00:31.567 Both Formative and Kahoot make it easy for kids 16 00:00:31.567 --> 00:00:34.334 to respond to online quizzes and questions. 17 00:00:34.334 --> 00:00:37.200 And it's easy for teachers to get real-time data. 18 00:00:37.200 --> 00:00:39.267 For teachers, both platforms are web-based, 19 00:00:39.267 --> 00:00:41.133 but they'll work on any device. 20 00:00:41.133 --> 00:00:43.067 Neither requires student accounts, 21 00:00:43.067 --> 00:00:45.734 and-- wait for it-- they're both free. 22 00:00:45.734 --> 00:00:47.667 KIDS: Yay! 23 00:00:47.667 --> 00:00:50.334 - Either platform can be used across grade levels 24 00:00:50.334 --> 00:00:52.467 from elementary to high school. 25 00:00:52.467 --> 00:00:54.100 And they're both great for just about any subject. 26 00:00:54.100 --> 00:00:56.200 Students can respond with most any device, 27 00:00:56.200 --> 00:00:57.567 whether it's a computer, 28 00:00:57.567 --> 00:00:59.200 Chromebook, 29 00:00:59.200 --> 00:01:00.667 tablet, 30 00:01:00.667 --> 00:01:02.534 or even their own phone. 31 00:01:02.534 --> 00:01:04.767 But even though these two platforms 32 00:01:04.767 --> 00:01:06.067 work in similar ways, 33 00:01:06.067 --> 00:01:07.267 there are some key differences. 34 00:01:07.267 --> 00:01:09.267 Let's take a closer look. 35 00:01:09.267 --> 00:01:13.133 Kahoot basically upgrades a multiple-choice quiz 36 00:01:13.133 --> 00:01:14.501 and uses it to turn your classroom 37 00:01:14.501 --> 00:01:16.267 into something like a game show. 38 00:01:16.267 --> 00:01:18.734 The lively, upbeat music and bright colors are sure 39 00:01:18.734 --> 00:01:21.100 to boost engagement. 40 00:01:21.100 --> 00:01:23.734 And students can see scores and rankings in real time. 41 00:01:23.734 --> 00:01:26.200 Teachers project questions and answer options 42 00:01:26.200 --> 00:01:28.200 onto a screen. 43 00:01:28.200 --> 00:01:30.501 All students need is the code to participate. 44 00:01:30.501 --> 00:01:32.834 They just type in their name to get started. 45 00:01:32.834 --> 00:01:34.200 After a quiz, 46 00:01:34.200 --> 00:01:36.167 teachers can view and download students' data 47 00:01:36.167 --> 00:01:37.767 for each question. 48 00:01:37.767 --> 00:01:41.000 And Kahoot also offers what's called "Ghost Mode." 49 00:01:41.000 --> 00:01:43.234 This allows students to try and boost their scores 50 00:01:43.234 --> 00:01:45.734 by competing against others who've already taken the quiz, 51 00:01:45.734 --> 00:01:50.000 or even the ghosts of their former selves. 52 00:01:50.000 --> 00:01:51.334 (yelps) 53 00:01:51.334 --> 00:01:54.334 Also, teachers get access to tons of public Kahoots. 54 00:01:54.334 --> 00:01:58.601 You can use them as is, or even edit to make them your own. 55 00:01:58.601 --> 00:02:00.868 And you can customize quiz options 56 00:02:00.868 --> 00:02:03.734 to make them more or less competitive and game-like, 57 00:02:03.734 --> 00:02:06.133 depending on what's best for your classroom. 58 00:02:06.133 --> 00:02:08.367 Now, Kahoot can be a lot of fun, 59 00:02:08.367 --> 00:02:10.534 and your students might even love that catchy music. 60 00:02:10.534 --> 00:02:13.601 But if you're looking to give students more robust feedback, 61 00:02:13.601 --> 00:02:16.100 it's worth checking out Formative. 62 00:02:16.100 --> 00:02:17.767 With Formative, options for questions 63 00:02:17.767 --> 00:02:19.834 go beyond multiple-choice, 64 00:02:19.834 --> 00:02:24.067 with short answer, drawing, or even images and videos. 65 00:02:24.067 --> 00:02:26.067 Students can respond with any web-enabled device 66 00:02:26.067 --> 00:02:28.601 by typing in the question code and their name. 67 00:02:28.601 --> 00:02:31.000 As supporting material, they can also show their work. 68 00:02:31.000 --> 00:02:33.434 Students don't need accounts to participate, 69 00:02:33.434 --> 00:02:34.901 but if they do log in, 70 00:02:34.901 --> 00:02:37.901 you can track their progress over time 71 00:02:37.901 --> 00:02:39.300 and share feedback and grades. 72 00:02:39.300 --> 00:02:42.167 Most importantly, students can get immediate feedback 73 00:02:42.167 --> 00:02:44.534 on the spot as they're answering questions. 74 00:02:44.534 --> 00:02:46.601 This is something you definitely can't do 75 00:02:46.601 --> 00:02:48.267 with Kahoot. 76 00:02:48.267 --> 00:02:50.501 Plus, Formative has some LMS-like features 77 00:02:50.501 --> 00:02:54.100 where students could even submit other classwork or assignments. 78 00:02:54.100 --> 00:02:56.400 So which is the better choice? 79 00:02:56.400 --> 00:02:59.033 It really depends on what you're looking to achieve. 80 00:02:59.033 --> 00:03:00.767 If you're looking for a really fun, 81 00:03:00.767 --> 00:03:03.534 even competitive way to quiz your students, 82 00:03:03.534 --> 00:03:05.701 Kahoot is definitely the winner. 83 00:03:05.701 --> 00:03:07.400 The Ghost Mode is innovative, 84 00:03:07.400 --> 00:03:09.734 and you'll get data for each question. 85 00:03:09.734 --> 00:03:12.133 But it doesn't track progress over time. 86 00:03:12.133 --> 00:03:13.400 On the plus side, 87 00:03:13.400 --> 00:03:16.300 all of Kahoot's public pre-made assessments 88 00:03:16.300 --> 00:03:18.067 are a bonus for busy teachers. 89 00:03:18.067 --> 00:03:19.667 Formative may not be as flashy, 90 00:03:19.667 --> 00:03:22.000 but it gives you more question options 91 00:03:22.000 --> 00:03:25.267 and the ability to track student data over time. 92 00:03:25.267 --> 00:03:27.734 The instant feedback can promote deeper learning. 93 00:03:27.734 --> 00:03:29.334 If that's what you're looking for, 94 00:03:29.334 --> 00:03:31.300 definitely go with Formative. 95 00:03:31.300 --> 00:03:35.601 Plus, the LMS-like features could be really handy. 96 00:03:35.601 --> 00:03:37.501 In the end, it might just come down 97 00:03:37.501 --> 00:03:40.067 to whether you favor more fun or better feedback. 98 00:03:40.067 --> 00:03:41.667 So what kind of formative assessment 99 00:03:41.667 --> 00:03:44.067 is best for your classroom? 100 00:03:44.067 --> 00:03:45.467 Tell us what you think 101 00:03:45.467 --> 00:03:47.667 and check out all the best EdTech tools and lesson ideas 102 00:03:47.667 --> 00:03:49.868 at Common Sense Education.