Gimkit rarely encounters hacking or cheating issues. However, gathering specific details will help assess the situation if you suspect unfair activity.
To understand the problem better, consider answering the following questions and sharing them via the email thread you accessed earlier or by reaching out to hello@gimkit.com.
Identifying Where Cheating Happens
| Mode | Does the Issue Occur? |
| Live Games | Yes/No |
| Assignments | Yes/No |
Determine whether the suspicious behavior happens in Live Games, Assignments, or both. This helps in narrowing down the cause.
Device Usage
Are students using phones or laptops while playing? Noting the devices in use may provide insight into how potential hacking occurs.
Monitoring Suspicious Activity in Live Games
Gimkit generates detailed reports for every student in Live Games. These reports show how many questions were answered correctly or incorrectly.
Consider these points:
- Are students getting every answer correct?
- Do they make no mistakes at all?
- Does their performance seem too good to be true?
By reviewing these reports, you can identify patterns that suggest unfair play.
Signs of Unfair Play in Assignments
Unlike Live Games, Assignments do not yet have detailed reports. However, there are still indicators that can signal cheating.
| Factor | What to Check |
| Accuracy | Is it unusually high? |
| Completion Time | Is the assignment finished too quickly? |
| Improvement | Does performance suddenly spike? |
Compare a student’s latest assignment results with previous ones. Cheating may be involved if they show a drastic improvement quickly.
Observing Student Behavior
Monitor students while they are playing. Walking around the room and watching their actions can reveal important insights.
- Do they struggle when you are closely observing them?
- Does their performance improve when they think no one is watching?
If their behavior changes based on supervision, this may indicate using unauthorized tools.
What to Do Next?
If you notice suspicious activity, document the details and contact Gimkit support via hello@gimkit.com. Provide as much information as possible to assist in resolving the issue.
Keeping the game fair ensures a better learning experience for everyone!
