The Prodigy game is a math-focused blended learning solution that helps connect in- class and at-home learning through gamification. It uses a role-playing adventure to engage students, and students demonstrate their progress by completing tasks.

Teachers can customize the game to meet a range of curricular standards and target specific skills.

Disadvantages

One of the primary disadvantages of the Prodigy game is that it requires a monthly subscription to play. Parents should be aware of this, as more schools are requiring the game as part of their curriculum. While the game is technically free, many parents are not comfortable with this model, which tricks kids into thinking they need to pay to level up quicker.

According to research, kids spend a large portion of their time idly wandering around the game. Additionally, the game features numerous in-game distractions, which makes it difficult for students to focus. Moreover, many teachers who tested Prodigy admitted that extra math practice was essential for student success, but they could not attribute the students’ success to the game. The games’ bells and whistles are designed to lure students into playing for longer, but in reality they hinder children’s ability to learn math.

Strengths

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