The EdTech Roundup
Connect:
  • Home
  • Reviews
  • Editorials & Press
  • Ed Tech Sites
  • Lesson Plans
    • Elementary
    • Secondary
  • Former Weekly Podcast
  • About Me
  • Contact

New EdTech Resource | Mobile math game solves the summer learning loss problem and captivates kids with exponential fun

5/24/2017

1 Comment

 
Star Force Heroes Math incorporates advanced artificial intelligence to help kids excel at math
Picture
Kids brains on summer. It’s like one step forward and two steps back, according to experts. To help parents and teachers keep kids’ math minds from turning to mush this summer, game developer Poly Want A Pixel Studios just released Star Force Heroes Math. It’s available on iTunes and Google Play.  Unlike other math apps that are based on a traditional, boring and even frustrating flash card approach to aid math recall skills, Star Force Heroes Math engages kids with highly visual, captivating, amusing and even addicting challenges.

Using artificial intelligence, the game adapts and customizes the experience by increasing difficulty levels in real time. The player’s progress is captured in detailed statistics that allow parents to monitor response times, correct answers, calculations and areas where the player is having difficulty.

Picture
Picture

Research from Duke University shows that students lose an average of 2.6 months of grade level equivalency in computational ability over summer breaks. And 60-65 percent of all fourth through eighth graders fail to meet basic mathematical proficiency, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Star Force Heroes Math helps bridge the achievement gap by promoting the fun of continuous learning, creating a unique, powerful and productive learning opportunity.

ABOUT STAR FORCE HEROES MATH

The player helps four heroes (each of whom have unique abilities) collect cannon balls by solving math problems correctly. Once the arsenal is built, the heroes can shoot the cannonballs at encroaching pirate ships, led by the evil General Null. “Battle mode” is a reward for correct answers and offers a brief respite from answering math questions.

  • Four games are included, and there are no in app ads
    or purchases required. All expansion content is free.
  • It is designed for children ages nine and up.
  • No internet connection is needed to play.
  • Cost is $7.99.
  • The game is available for iPhones, iPads and for
    Android phones and tablets, but larger devices are recommended.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING 

“As a father of two children who struggle with math, my wife and I tried many programs. The apps were too predictable and monotonous and both my son and daughter became frustrated. We learned that variety and amusement are the way to keep them engaged and the longer a child is captivated, the better the chance he or she will retain the facts.” –Chris Cartledge, Poly Want A Pixel Studios CEO.

“The research demonstrates that game developers see a mismatch (in edugames) between the games dynamics and learning goals, but they often fail to take into account the necessity of having particular learning goals embedded. Star Force Heroes Math brings a gamers approach that includes attention to educational goals, and a team of educational experts to support this goal. –Dr. Herro, Assistant Professor Digital Media and Learning, Clemson University.

Picture
Picture

ABOUT POLY WANT A PIXEL STUDIOS

Poly Want A Pixel Studios started as a couple’s mission to create learning materials, desperately trying to teach their children the basics of education. Now, it is a full-service gaming and digital media studio bringing an innovative, creative vision to educational gaming. Poly Want A Pixel Studios specializes in creating, designing and building interactive media including apps, games, graphics, 2D and 3D illustrations, animation and music. Learn more at www.polywantapixel.com.

1 Comment
J Cart
5/26/2017 10:43:11 am

Incredible way to deliver math practice in the form of play!

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    Editorials

    Here you can find the Round Up's collection of editorial pieces and press releases where we will discuss the latest trends and ideas in educational technology


    Picture

    Featured

    Picture
    Check out our featured review | ClassroomAPP: A Complete, K-12 Digital Platform for Online and In-Person Classrooms

    Teach.com

    Connect


    Awards

    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    Picture

    Archives

    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013

           
​Except where noted, content on this site is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License
Picture

Copyright 2020 | Mike Karlin, Ph.D.