Ratio Rumble vs Meltdown for Math & Literacy

The battle is on in this game where you build your own potions! Create ratios to win this mixture mix-off! Ratio Rumble supports mathematical learning about equivalent ratios, and is relevant to Common Core topics such as: •Identifying ratios when used in a variety contextual situations •Providing visual representations of ratios •Solving common problems or communicating by using rate •Explaining why ratios and rates naturally relate to fractions and decimals. This app was developed as part of the Math Snacks initiative. Additional games, animations, and teacher support materials are available at http://mathsnacks.org. Developed by mathematics educators, researchers and game developers at the Learning Games Lab at New Mexico State University. Games developed by the Learning Games Lab undergo a rigorous instructional design process, extensive user testing, and input from learners, teachers, and researchers. For more information about the NMSU Learning Games Lab, visit http://learninggameslab.org. Math Snack materials were developed with support from the National Science Foundation (0918794). Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation. Some materials were originally prototyped or discussed as part of a cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Education (U295A050004).

DimensionU’s Meltdown for Math and Literacy is an amazing mobile game app for practicing and improving Math and/or Literacy (English/Language Arts) skills for grades 2 – 10. The app is free, and requires a valid DimensionU user account. Just install the app and sign-in with your existing username and password. Embedded instructional help codes and game tutorials are readily accessible to assist players. Just tap the “?” for assistance- It’s like a built-in tutor! Each player can customize their skill practice while still competing with others who may be playing on different skills, levels or subject areas. Players earn points by correctly answering questions, and developing an efficient game-play strategy. Points earned convert automatically into DimensionU Tokens (DUTs) and can be used to acquire Power-Ups for in-game use or new Avatar customizations. Full review of all incorrectly answered questions is provided to students. Classroom educators can use the Teachers by DimensionU app to set-up custom Meltdown game rooms for their classes that allow for team-based games.