Legends of learning
Intended Use/Subject: Science
Age range: grades 3-8
Cost:$100 per year (teacher), $1000~$1500 for school license and $5~$7 per student per year.
Overview of game:​ Legends of Learning is an online resource game for elementary and middle school science class. Students can choose from different characters and get trained to master their knowledge on science through “combat”. The objective of the player is to battle against the enemy. The games consist of the enemy asking the player science related questions. If answered correctly the player will be able to strike the opponent. If the players answers incorrectly it will be hit by the opponent.
The game has been designed incorporating Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The challenges/tasks range from 5-20 minutes so these can be easily integrated into. Instructors can use the platform to supplement their existing materials so as to attract students’ attention. The game aims at stimulating the students’ mind with specific grade curricula tasks. Teachers are able to create playlists, assessments, homework and monitor students’ progress. One downside on this game is that is only playable when online.
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Legends of Learning can be found at: https://www.legendsoflearning.com
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Growth: Piloting was in 2016, but the initial platform launched in 2017. It is a relatively small team, with 18 employees and now is up to 23. It started with middle school science games then, it expanded to elementary school science. Now the company is planning to launch math games for grades 3-8, with a total of 1500 games available for students to use/play.
Legends of Learning is being used in more than 25000 public schools. These days, they are working on expanding beyond math and science. Their goal is to provide games on all subjects to all grades.
Gamer EVA Review - Legends of Learning
teacher review
Engaging - through correct answers, users build up strength and health points
Content - designed based on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Activities - short, easy to integrate into class
Resources - Instructors can create playlist and assessments for students to complete in class or at home
Instructors reviews - game details are provided by other instructor who have used the game
Assessment - detailed analytics on student performance
Can play only on internet enabled devices
student review
Engaging and fun -
Students take on roles of superheros - the more they know the stronger they get
Training - practice questions to consolidate knowledge
No collaboration element, no teams
investor review
ADMINISTARTOR
Subscription based
Fun way to engage and motivate the classroom
Games are used to provide support on the subject that instructors is teaching.
