What is Gimkit?
Gimkit is a free game-based learning platform created by Josh Feinsilber when he was a high school student. It allows teachers to create customized quiz games for their classes across a variety of subjects and grade levels. The games are designed to reinforce content, provide retrieval practice, and motivate students to learn through a fun and engaging format.
Gimkit games are fast-paced, as students race against each other and the clock by answering questions to earn virtual currency. The more questions they answer correctly, the more money goes into their piggy bank. Students can also spend their currency to purchase powerups that help them earn points faster or slow down opponents.
The platform offers a range of gameplay and customization options for teachers to adapt the games to their teaching style and curriculum needs. Teachers can set up games for individual units, review sessions, or exam preparations by uploading their own content or choosing from Gimkit's existing question banks. They can also adjust gameplay settings and permissions for each game lobby to enable more collaborative or competitive gameplay among students.
Gimkit collects and provides student performance data and analytics to teachers after each game session so they can identify gaps and modify their lessons. Games can be accessed on any device with internet connectivity, allowing for seamless learning across school, home, and distance learning environments. The platform has a global community of educators using Gimkit games with over 10 million students across 150 countries.