Today’s tech snack can be found at the following url: http://www.jeopardy.rocks/
What is it and how does it work?
Jeopardy rocks is an online site that allows you to create jeopardy review games without the need for any additional software or the use of powerpoint. **Full disclaimer: I have found that this site works well with Google chrome and Firefox. With Internet Explorer, however, I have found some issues with the site though that may be a result of something with our internal firewall. This site also works on tablets and will work on browsers like Safari and Puffin.
Using this tool is very simple. You click on the “build now” button and choose a URL for your game. Then enter your email address and a password so you can edit the game at any time. After that, just enter your questions and answers under the headings. Once you have completed your game, you will get the game url sent to your email. Students do not need a username or password to access the game. All you need to access the game is the url. It's that easy and up to four teams or individuals can play at one time.
Classroom implications
This is an excellent tool that you can use to review and reinforce classroom content. You can also have groups of students create a quiz to share with the class or with other groups. Games can be shared on a class website or wiki page so that students can access the content from home.
Yummy, simple, and free! What a great snack!