Osmo Designed 'Numbers' as a Tactile iPad Game That Teaches Kids Math
Cadhla Gray — September 22, 2015 — Tech
References: playosmo & techcrunch
New math-teaching methods are rarely designed even though it is clearly a difficult subject for children to grasp. With the new debate over why there is such a disparity between women and men in STEM industries, 'Osmo' decided to create a game that helps children (specifically girls) learn and love math.
'Numbers' is a tablet-connected game that allows kids to use tangible smart tiles to solve math equations. Emphasizing that there is not only one way of solving things, the game allows kids to use any method they like to reach a displayed integer. This concept helps different kinds of thinkers succeed, especially creative thinkers who often stray from math and science from a young age.
With Numbers' under-the-sea theme, computer game design and tangible math-teaching method, this game helps all kids understand and enjoy practicing math.
'Numbers' is a tablet-connected game that allows kids to use tangible smart tiles to solve math equations. Emphasizing that there is not only one way of solving things, the game allows kids to use any method they like to reach a displayed integer. This concept helps different kinds of thinkers succeed, especially creative thinkers who often stray from math and science from a young age.
With Numbers' under-the-sea theme, computer game design and tangible math-teaching method, this game helps all kids understand and enjoy practicing math.
Trend Themes
1. Math-tech Education - Innovative edtech platforms like Osmo's 'Numbers' are revolutionizing the way children learn math in a fun, interactive and tactile way.
2. Gamification of Learning - Gamification of learning is on the rise as more companies develop educational video games like 'Numbers' to make learning a more engaging and intuitive experience.
3. Empowerment of Creative Thinkers - Games like 'Numbers' empower creative thinkers to master math in their own way, helping to bridge the gender gap in STEM and other technical areas.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - Edtech companies should invest in creating new, innovative learning tools like Osmo's Numbers' to effectively teach math concepts in an immersive, playful way.
2. Gamification - Gamification companies can capitalize on the increasing popularity of educational games like 'Numbers' by designing more immersive and interactive games that teach valuable skills in fun ways.
3. Children's Toys and Games - Toy and game companies can create the next generation of interactive and educational toys that teach math and other important concepts in innovative and engaging ways like 'Numbers'.
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