Increase Interactivity During Classes with Live Games

Overview of Live Games

The Increase Interactivity During Classes feature, also known as Live Games, allows you to turn static worksheets into engaging, real-time competitive challenges. This feature helps boost student motivation and enhances participation through competitive review sessions or quick pulse checks.

With Live Games, students can compete on a live leaderboard, making learning dynamic and exciting.

Step-by-Step Setup for Live Games

Step 1: Select Your Material

Start by choosing an interactive worksheet for the game:

• Quiz or Interactive Format: Browse your library or the Explore tab to find the appropriate worksheet
• Choose the interactive content you want to use for the game

Step 2: Launch the Session

Once you’ve selected your worksheet:

• Click the “Start teaching activities” button located on the worksheet’s preview or detail page to begin the game

Step 3: Select a Mode

Choose how you want the game to flow:

• Classic Mode: Students answer questions at their own pace. Ideal for independent practice in a social setting, focusing on overall results
• Instructor-paced Mode: You control the progression, and all students answer the same question at the same time. Perfect for guided discussions and direct instruction

Step 4: Configure Settings

Tailor the game to your needs by adjusting the settings:

• Start Time: Set when the game will begin
• Participant Limit: Control how many students can join
• Question Timer: Set a timer for each question
• Shuffle Questions and Answer Options: Choose to randomize the order of questions and answers
• Speed-based Scoring: Enable a timer for quicker answers, rewarding faster responses with more points

Step 5: Invite Students

Share the session with students through various methods:

• Direct Link: Share a link for quick access
• Unique Join Code: Provide a custom code for students to enter
• QR Code: Use a QR code to scan and join the session

Students will enter their names on the “Enter Code” screen to join the game.

Managing the Live Session

Once the game starts, you can manage the session with these real-time tools:

• Live Leaderboard: Track rankings, scores, and completion times as they update instantly
• Real-time Progress: Monitor individual student performance and identify those who may need immediate support
• Question Analysis: Access a detailed breakdown of each question, including:
  • Class-wide accuracy rate
  • Average response time

• Instant Intervention: Pause the game to address difficult questions or celebrate high participation, keeping momentum high.

Ending and Reviewing the Game

When the game ends, the AI Classroom Assistant generates a Smart Report:

• Instant Summary: Get feedback on overall class performance
• Actionable Advice: Receive recommendations, like noting areas where the class excelled or topics that need reteaching
• Replay or Assign: You can choose to Replay the session for further practice or Assign the quiz as homework