Sokikom
 | This article contains promotional content. (June 2016) |
| Type of business | Private |
|---|---|
Type of site | Education Technology |
| Available in | English, Spanish |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Headquarters | San Jose, California |
| Created by | Snehal Patel |
| URL | sokikom |
| Registration | Required |
| Current status | Active |
Sokikom (so-kee-kom) is a digital elementary education program that aims to teach math through cooperative games, founded in San Jose, California, in 2008 by Snehal Patel.[1]
Math learning games
[edit]Sokikom's online math games are rooted in the nationally recognized standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum Focal Points for Grades PreK-8[2] and align with the Common Core Standards for grades k-5. Sokikom is designed as an adaptive learning experience.[3]
Awards and reviews
[edit]Sokikom received a 2011 BESSIE Award from ComputED Gazette, recognizing Sokikom's multiplayer math games in the category Best for Early Elementary Students.[4] It was further recognized in the category Best Gaming & Adaptive Learning Company at the 2011 Education Innovation Summit at SkySong, the Arizona State University Scottsdale Innovation Center,[5] and in 2011, received a Success Award from the Arizona Small Business Development Center Network (AZSBDC) for its contribution to the Arizona economy.[6] The Association of Educational Publishers presented Sokikom with a Distinguished Achievement Award in the category of Mathematics Curriculum.[7]
Funding
[edit]The company was initially funded by grants from the Institute of Education Sciences, the main research arm of the United States Department of Education.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ Rivero, Victor (18 June 2011). "EdTechDigest". Interview: Snehal Patel wants you to play Sokikom. EdTech Digest. Retrieved 1 July 2011.
- ^ "NCTM Curriculum Focal Points for Grades PreK-8".
- ^ "Video: Getting Students Started in Sokikom Learning Games". YouTube.
- ^ "17th BESSIE Awards". ComputED Gazette.
- ^ "Best In Class". Education Innovation Network Blog.
- ^ "Success Stories". AZSBDC Success Awards.
- ^ "AEP DAA Awards". AEP DAA Math Curriculum. Association of Educational Publishers. Retrieved 1 July 2011.
- ^ "MEC Newsletter". ASU.