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What is JeopardyLabs?
Jeopardy Labs is an easy-to-use template to create Jeopardy-type games.
What is the cost of using JeopardyLabs?
It is free to use the basic version. You can also get a lifetime membership for a one-time-fee of $20 USD. This is an incredibly affordable resource.
Are the premade games easy to use?
The games are easy to play, but there may be incorrect information or the curriculum may not align with your class. You would need to clone the game to be able to edit it.
How do I create a game?
Go to JeopardyLabs.com, click "Build", create a password for your game, and fill in the question and answer boxes. You will need to click the continue button for each question and save the game when you are finished. The trick is to bookmark your game and remember your password!
Can I use JeopardyLabs with elementary classes?
Yes! You can use it for basic math, phonics, animal identification, and other trivia. It can be a whole class activity.
Do I need to sign up or create an account to use it?
No, you can make and play basic games without having an account.
How hard is it to use?
It is a very basic web-based game that can even be accessed by older devices and on slower connections. At the end of this game, I will show you what the creating portion of the game looks like.
Can I make the quiz private?
The free version does not allow you to make a private quiz. You need to use the paid version.
How do I keep track of my games?
You will need to bookmark each game you create and remember each password. Or you can get the lifetime membership. In the membership, you will be able to access all the games you have created.
How do you know who was first to "buzz in" for the question?
JeopardyLabs does not have a built-in buzzer. You have to watch carefully for raised hands, listen for them to shout out their name or you can use other apps. One, buzzonk.com, is designed by the same creator. You can create rooms that your players join through a code on their own devices.
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Do I have to make my own quizzes?
No. There are over 2 million games already created on the website. You can find games on almost any topic you are looking for.
Can I use this for complex math questions or show videos?
The free version only supports text-based questions. You can imbed audio or video, use math or scientific equations, and include images in the paid version.
How do I access premade games?
You go to "Search JeopardyLabs" or "Browse" and enter your search terms.
How would you use this in grades 6-12?
This is the most common demographic for using this tool.You can create end-of-unit study questions, history trivia, vocabulary review, and STEM questions. You can easily have students create their quizes and test each other. You can have students play individually or as a team.
How many players can I have in JeopardyLabs?
The game supports up to 12 players.
Do I need exactly 25 questions/answers to set up the 5x5 grid game?
It is highly customizable. You select the number of categories and the number of questions for each category. If you don't use a row or column, it will not be displayed during the game. Or you can delete them while you are editing the game. The paid version will allow you to expand the game beyond the 5x5 grid.
What happens if I forget my password or my game?
The password allows you to get back in to edit the game. If you have lost the password, you can still play the game. If you lost the bookmark to your game, you will have to search for it. But since there over 2 million free games available, you probably won't find it easily.
How do I start the game in the classroom?
You select the game you want to play, set the number of players, follow the directions on the screen and then project the game on a smart board or screen.
What are some other ways to use JeopardyLabs?
It can be a fun way to introduce yourself at the beginning of the year, or to help the class review the rules of your class or your class culture.
The creator of JeopardyLabs also has several other projects to make tests, crossword puzzles, bingo cards, and word search.
Do I need to be online to play the games?
No! You can save your games in html format and download them to your device or flash drive to play offline.