Are you trying to figure out how to join or create a game on Gimkit? Then you are in the right place. This article is a comprehensive guide on how to use the Gimkit learning platform with all the useful information and instructions on how to create or join a game, sign up, and log in.
In this day and age, there are many digital learning platforms and each platform has a distinct user interface & way of functioning which makes it difficult for teachers or parents to adapt to.
However, this user guide will make things easier for you. But before we get into various functions on Gimkit, let us know more about the platform itself.
What Is Gimkit?
Gimkit is a digital game-based learning platform used by educators to help their students learn various concepts while gaming. Similar to PD Join, Gimkit is also a learning game platform.
Using the platforms’ easy-to-use tools, teachers can integrate various question kits into games and help students learn in a fun and interactive way.
Unlike other platforms in this space, Gimkit has an ‘Answerf, Earn, Shop’ model where students can earn in-game cash by answering questions and spend that money on purchasing upgrades and power-ups.
This kind of incentive model helps students with increased engagement and motivation while giving them a sense of accomplishment and fostering competition.
The platform features 10+ games such as Trust No One, The Floor is Lava, Humans vs Zombies, and other unique games that Gimkit claims to have top-class engagement rates and promote learning that is much more effective than traditional modes of teaching.
Teachers can also assign homework on Gimkit.
Gimkit Join – How To Enter A Game On Gimkit?
To join a game on Gimkit, you will need the Game Code provided by your teacher.
Once you receive the code, follow the instructions below to enter the game.
- Launch an internet browser such as Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firebox on your device.
- Type in this URL gimkit.com/join in the browser’s search bar to visit the Gimkit Join Game page.
- Enter the Game Code in the box provided and click on ‘Join’.
- In the next step, choose a random username for yourself that will be used in that particular game. You can click on the refresh button beside to load a different username.
- Upon choosing, click on ‘Join’ and you will find yourself in the game’s waiting room. Your game will begin once your teacher starts it.
How To Create & Host a Game on Gimkit?
Creating and hosting a live game on Gimkit is a simple process thanks to the many premade kits available and Gimkit’s user-friendly interface.
However one might need some help to understand it while doing it for the first time. Follow the instructions below that will explain the creating and hosting process.
- Once you log into your educator account on Gimkit, select Gimkit Live to create a game for your students.
- Next, you have the option to choose from premade kits or you can create your own kit.
- To create your own kit, you will have to enter your questions, add photos or audio, etc.
- Or you can simply browse the search section and select a kit from the premade kits.
- Once select the kit, you need to set a game goal which can be time-based or like a race.
- Tweak the multiple settings like music, powerups, clapping as you like, and click on ‘continue’.
- The Game Code will be displayed on your screen. Share it with your students and ask them to join.
- Once all the students gather in the waiting room, click on ‘Start Game’ to begin.
- Upon the completion of the game, a leaderboard with money earned by each student is displayed on the screen while teachers can access reports on how each student performed on the test.
How To Sign Up On Gimkit?
Signing up and creating an account on Gimkit is a very easy process.
Follow the instructions below that will guide you through the signup process.
- Visit the official Gimkit website @ www.gimkit.com.
- On the homepage, you can find the ‘Sign Up For Free’ button click on it.
- You can sign up either by using your email or by using your Google account.
- Then you need to select the account type whether you are an educator or a student.
- In the next few steps, you will be asked to enter some of your details like date of birth, name, and other personal details.
- Once you fill in all the information, you will be given the option to create a password for your account.
- Use your email and the password you created to log in the next time.
Note: If you are an educator, you will be signed up for a Gimkit Basic account.
However, once you create your account, you can upgrade to Gimkit Pro for additional features.
Do note that you don’t need to upgrade right away because all new educators’ accounts start with a 14-day free trial of Gimkit Pro.
How To Login On Gimkit?
Once you have already created a Gimikit account, logging into it will take no time at all.
Go through the following instructions to understand the login process.
- Visit the official Gimkit website @ www.gimkit.com.
- On the homepage, you can find the ‘Login’ button at the top right corner. Click on it.
- Enter your email address or click on ‘Continue with Google’ to log in using your Google account.
- If you enter your email address, click on continue and you need to enter your password in the step next.
- Once you enter your password, click on Login and you’ll find yourself in the account dashboard from where you can access various services of the platform.
Reach Out To Gimkit Help
If you are facing any issues or need help in understanding and navigating around the Gimkit platform, you can contact Gimikit Help.
You can either reach out to them by mail or you can visit the Gimkit Help Centre which has a wide range of articles on various functions of Gimkit. We have given links to them below.
Gimkit Help Centre: help.gimkit.com
Gimkit Email: hello@gimkit.com