As we step into a new academic year, we're excited to roll out a fresh feature that's set to make learning on Fetch Decode Explain not just more interactive, but also more rewarding. With our latest update, we're introducing a points system that's straightforward yet engaging, aimed at motivating students to dive deeper into computer science.
Our new points system at Fetch Decode Explain is designed with a clear goal: to make learning both fun and rewarding. Here's a breakdown of how it operates:
Base Points for Accuracy: Every correct answer in any activity translates directly into points, based on a percentage. For example, getting 1 out of 10 questions right earns a student 10 points, making every correct answer count.
Bonus Points for Teacher-Assigned Activities: Completing activities assigned by teachers comes with its perks. If a student answers at least one question correctly, they're rewarded with an additional 1000 points, highlighting the importance of engaging with teacher-assigned materials.
Evil Question Bonus: Tackling and overcoming the toughest questions, known as "evil questions," earns students a bonus of 20 points for each correct answer. These are the questions that have stumped many across the site, adding a layer of challenge and excitement to quizzes.
Points earned by students feed into both school-based and class-based leaderboards, creating a friendly competitive environment. Activities are group-specific, meaning achievements in one group don't mix with another, keeping competitions fair and focused.
To keep the competition fresh and give everyone a fair shot at the top spots, all points reset to zero each September. This annual reset ensures the leaderboard is always dynamic, offering new challenges every year.
The new points system at Fetch Decode Explain is set to make learning more engaging than ever. By rewarding effort, accuracy, and perseverance, we're encouraging students to explore computer science more deeply and enjoyably. Ready to earn points, compete, and celebrate learning? Let's make this academic year one of growth, challenge, and fun!