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As we gear up for the back-to-school season, we’re excited to introduce a range of new features and updates designed to enhance your teaching experience and make learning even more awesome! Whether you’re a seasoned Kahoot! user or new to our platform, there’s something here for everyone. Discover the latest features and explore the research and learning strategies behind Kahoot! to apply these features to your next lesson.

What’s new for back-to-school 2024


1. AI-enhanced content creation

Save time and ensure students are ready to learn with our AI-powered tools:

  • AI-assisted kahoot generator: Create ready-to-play kahoots in seconds from PDFs, prompts, scanned notes, URLs, and YouTube videos.
  • AI-assisted question generator: Let AI suggest questions on any topic – just select and edit the ones you like.
  • Curriculum-aligned content: Access over 100 million free, ready-made kahoots and courses, easily searchable with curriculum standards tagging (coming soon).

“I just learned that Kahoot! has added an AI feature. I could upload my study guide and it made me an entire review game for class tomorrow. What will I do with my two hours of free time tonight?”— Julianna Keyes 

2. Engaging game modes and instruction tools

Make a lasting impression with new topics and ensure learning sticks:

  • Instruction mode: Introduce topics with enhanced features like slide reactions to collect feedback from students in real time. 
  • Google Slides integration: Upload your Google Slides to turn your existing lesson material into interactive learning experiences (coming soon).
  • Team and class game modes: Build collaboration and communication skills through kahoot presentations and fun game experiences.
  • New math games: Engage students in the classroom with “Pop-pop Multiplication” and “Duck-Duck Fractions,” allowing them to play and learn at their own pace. 
  • Student rewards: Motivate students to play and replay, reinforcing their learning as they earn points to unlock unique characters and accessories each season.

“Slide reactions have been amazing – they show their feelings about what they’re learning in real time” — Mme Cooper

3. Self-study experiences

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Empower students to take charge of their learning:

  • Improved flashcards: Use any kahoot as flashcards with an enhanced interface for better and more engaging learning.
  • Practice mode: Navigate lessons as easily as scrolling through social media. With bite-sized stores in a new micro lesson format, it’s easy to quickly check and reinforce knowledge. 
  • Solo game modes: Enable self-paced study with engaging solo game modes and popular math games available on the web, such as Duck Duck Fractions, Pop Pop Multiplication, and Kahoot! Numbers by DragonBox (coming soon).

“​​Game-based learning with Kahoot! fuels content mastery and it has been a game changer for my students” —  Jack Q 

4. Effective assessment tools

Measure learning progress in real-time:

Improved free reporting tools: Reports are always free for educators and students, now with added possibilities such as game mode reports, offering detailed insights into student performance. 

Measure learning progress in real-time:: Quickly gauge student understanding during lessons with pulse checks, and use exit tickets to assess student comprehension at the end of a lesson. This provides a snapshot of what students have learned and highlights any areas that may need further review.

Engaging self-assessment: Encourage student self-assessment through solo play, allowing students to test their own knowledge and track their progress independently. Helping foster a sense of responsibility and self-motivation in their learning journey.

“When it comes to capturing real-time assessment insights, Kahoot! has become more important than ever!” — Ryan Z 

5. All-new Kahoot! Certified for schools program

All-new Kahoot! Certified for schools program: Bronze, Silver and Gold

Become the ultimate Kahoot! superstar with our all-new certification program!

The essential Kahoot! Certified for schools has three core tiers; Bronze, Silver, and Gold, each including a series of short videos and downloadable PDF guides. If successful, you’ll receive a time-stamped certificate to claim professional learning credits and a digital badge. The program is self-paced, so you’re in full control of your learning!

Once you’ve completed the essential courses, equivalent to 3 PD hours, you can take our advanced courses focused on deeper use cases of Kahoot!. Each course includes one video, and you can take them in any order.

Elevate your Kahoot! skills and stand out in your school. Get certified now at kahoot.com/certified

Want to learn how to maximize your student’s potential with these new features?

You may already use Kahoot! for quizzes, but did you know it can be so much more?  Discover how you can maximize your students’ potential throughout the learning cycle with Kahoot! in our learning experience model. And don’t just take our word for it – it’s backed by science! A meta-analysis published in February 2024, examining independent, peer-reviewed studies across primary, secondary, and tertiary education, confirms that classroom use of Kahoot! significantly improves student performance!

The Kahoot! learning experience model: The Kahoot! learning experience model guides you in selecting, understanding, and effectively implementing all of the impactful features

The Kahoot! learning experience model guides you in selecting, understanding, and effectively implementing all of the impactful features – from beloved classics to exciting new additions. It covers every aspect of an effective learning cycle:

  • Efficient preparation: Save time with ready-made content and AI-assisted creation tools.
  • Impactful instruction: Engage learners with pre-assessment sessions and interactive lessons.
  • Playful practice: Make learning awesome with game modes.
  • Effective assessment: Gather useful insights with reporting tools and feedback question types.
  • Memorable review: Recall concepts through active participation with self-practice tools.
  • Group achievement: Celebrate successes with team modes, in-app rewards, and class island rewards.

From start to finish, Kahoot! supports your students’ journey to mastery. Are you new to Kahoot!? Sign up for free today to get started, and unlock all these powerful features with Kahoot!+, our all-in-one teaching, learning, review, and assessment toolkit!

Want to learn more and stay up to date? Don’t miss out on our upcoming webinars, teacher workshops, and exclusive back-to-school resources! Visit kahoot.com/schools regularly to get updates on all our back-to-school activities and announcements.

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Let’s achieve awesome together!

Kickstart this back-to-school season with new tips and tricks on how to use Kahoot! in exciting Kahoot! Challenges, and win amazing prizes! The more challenges you play, the more chances you have to win swag and supplies for your entire class. Visit kahoot.com/schools to participate and learn about the contest rules.

Ready to make this school year the best yet? Save 20% on Kahoot!+, now from $3.99/month until August 30, or elevate learning in your school or district with special pricing on Kahoot! EDU for large teams and institutions. Request a quote or book a demo for more information!

Here’s to another year of achieving awesome with Kahoot! We’re excited to see how you’ll use these new features and resources in your classroom this year! If you enjoy using Kahoot! or have feedback, reach out to us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok!