Kahoot
The quiz platform from every classroom and every away-day, with a free tier and a room code that anybody can join in seconds.
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How to get the most from it
Kahoot sits in Party Games under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- Expect to create an account before you get far.
- Go in expecting something competitive and funny.
About this category: Drawing, guessing, lying and word association, played with a group over a link. The rare category that is better on a call than in person.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Chasing a better score
- A reliable laugh
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
Kahoot: quick answers
Is Kahoot free?
Yes. Kahoot is free to use, though it asks you to sign up.
Do I need an account to use Kahoot?
Yes. Kahoot asks you to create an account before you get far.
Does Kahoot work on a phone?
Yes. Kahoot works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Kahoot safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Kahoot take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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