#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday February 22, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • TweetMissM Feb 22 @ 8:00 PM EST
    A5: building confidence in utilizing new approaches! If I want to try it, I need to just TRY it. #FAIL #SAIL :) #XPLAP #xlapelc
    • jennynitchals Feb 22 @ 7:49 PM EST
      Q5: Now that you are ready to drop anchor & set foot in the New World, what challenges you? #xlapelc
  • participatechat Feb 22 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Good Evening from @KathiSueSummers , Oregon Online Teacher #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #Xplap chat! So excited 2 dive into Design thinking. Introduce yourself & share a GLOW from today.
  • TweetMissM Feb 22 @ 8:01 PM EST
    A6: There are so many amazing adventures to be had!! ☠️🦈⚓️ #XPLAP #xlapelc
    • jennynitchals Feb 22 @ 7:56 PM EST
      Final Q6: Now that you are ready to drop anchor & set foot in the New World, what EXCITES you?. #xlapelc
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Scott from Canada here. Excited! #XPLAP Built this mysterious addition today ...
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Nick Davis instructional coach,from IA so excited to be your guest host tonight,1 glow was this today. Ss created this game #xplap So Fun!!
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:02 PM EST
    I taught kinders, today. Love them so much... #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Gina from Cincy! Great day today! Wrapped up Brickfilms! #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Nick Baskwill Gr 5 NS Canada - GLOW (not sure the acronym...but going for it!) Ss had great 3D printing today #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Sweet Glow!! What is it Scott? #xplap
    • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:02 PM EST
      Scott from Canada here. Excited! #XPLAP Built this mysterious addition today ...
  • mjjohnson1216 Feb 22 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Meredith joining from Florida. My glow today will be learning from all of you - you shine so bright I have to put on sunglasses #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Glad to have you here tonight NIck #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:04 PM EST
    For this discussion we will use the standard Q1A1 format.This chat will be storified at the end & posted to//explorelikeapirate.com #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Josh Stock, 6th grade ELA from Olathe, KS. My GLOW: A Ss asked how many XP points he could get for 5 pg paper covering the whole year #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Jay from NE, MS science, no idea what GLOW means #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Thanks! Excited to be here and hear the great ideas! Have fun with running the show! #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Jestin, HS science teacher from Michigan #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:06 PM EST
    So awesome Meredith!! Glad you are here! #xplap
    In reply to @mjjohnson1216
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:06 PM EST
    I'm Jen, a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN! #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Thx for joining in tonight #XPLAP Q1 coming in just a minute!Would love for you to join us #tlap #games4ed #gamification #gbl #launchbook
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Adam, Virginia. Maths...tad late tonight. #xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Jocelyn, Music teacher from Toronto, ON. Introduced game for Sem 2 today! Kids loved designing crests and team names! #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:07 PM EST
    My glow is a successful escape room style discussion today! 😊#XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Here’s Q1!! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Gonna miss you all tonight #XPLAP! At #ipdx17 #apdx17! You are in good hands with @Slapshot99 steering the ship tonight!
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • LeachTeach4 Feb 22 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #xplap Jamie, ELA teacher at NMHS in Southern Oregon, my glow is from walking to my PBL workshop today, my son had the car :-)
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: I send out a fears, strengths, weaknesses survey for Ss and then I design quests targeting these variables #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: To empathize with your Ss you really have to know them. Just spending time getting to know them is most important #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: All Ss learn different therefore all my quests have a goal and no path. Ss design their own path. Maximize success and creativity #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:10 PM EST
    We will miss you!! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: The 1st thing I do is know my Ss individually and design together. #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 Is talk to them about what they like and don't. Like cheating? #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:10 PM EST
    This is one of the best ways to empower students! #Xplap
    • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:09 PM EST
      A1: All Ss learn different therefore all my quests have a goal and no path. Ss design their own path. Maximize success and creativity #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Lots of discussion and listening to what Ss do outside of class. Many have big stories/items from home #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    a1) we took the bartle test to see what kind of game player the Ss were, they could try to include their strengths #xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1 Have conversations! Had a few minutes yesterday to brainstorm "What do YOU want to learn in Music?" And chats at lunch, etc. #XPLAP
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Look into their eyes & step into their stories. Connect w them so they know they matter and can trust! Listen to & respect them. #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Of course not. They need to know they have a voice. #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    That is so true Gina! Just making observations and asking questions can help #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1 talking w/them & getting to know them as people, not only Ss/learners #xplap
  • LeachTeach4 Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
    #xplap A1: Lots of listening :-)
  • mjjohnson1216 Feb 22 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1. Empathy is something some of our students are challenged understanding. I like using literature to help them understand it. #XPLAP
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: A lot of knowing my students is knowing the communities they come from. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1 part 2: Also use some books like Each Kindness and Zen Shorts and The Three Questions to spark discussions #xplap
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Listen to my students with purpose and intent...they need (and deserve) to be heard. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Culture is one of the most important pieces of empathizing with your students. So important! #XPLAP
    • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:12 PM EST
      A1: A lot of knowing my students is knowing the communities they come from. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
    BOOM!! Well said Barbara, getting to know therir interest #xplap
    • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:11 PM EST
      A1: Look into their eyes & step into their stories. Connect w them so they know they matter and can trust! Listen to & respect them. #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Bartle himself says not to do this. His styles don't fit all games just MMOs. #xplap I helped create a set for edu with @DaveRage
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @DaveRage
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 I stand in the hallway once a week and play songs on my phone and the bravest and I dance.#xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
    I have heard of those! Thanks for sharing Nick #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Seriously….this is amazing! I have to try this! #xplap
    • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
      A1 I stand in the hallway once a week and play songs on my phone and the bravest and I dance.#xplap
  • mjjohnson1216 Feb 22 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Love this! Even if they are not dancing >yet< I bet more will join over time. #XPLAP
    • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:13 PM EST
      A1 I stand in the hallway once a week and play songs on my phone and the bravest and I dance.#xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:15 PM EST
    We are off to an amazing start on #xplap Never to late to join in #tlap #launchbook #edchat
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1b: Show short clips like My Shoes and encourage #reflection, discussion and application. #empathy https://t.co/AvCnPuOM09 #xplap
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Absolutely love the wisdom in these words! Thanks Barbara! #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Q2 will be in 1 minute #xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Love this! Might try a similar "dance party" start to Music class once a week! Could be a reward opp for DJ privileges! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Interesting, never knew that. Wouldn't having my entire class playing the game qualify it as an MMO? #xplap
    In reply to @MrHebertPE
  • mrmatera - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Looks like you guys are having a great night on #xplap keep it up and sorry to miss such a great topic.
  • mjjohnson1216 Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Stealing this idea! Thanks #XPLAP
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Adam Love love love this ! #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs, @Renard_Teach
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1 Connect & get to know who they really are. Enough to know they are having a rough day. w/o words & then doing something to help. #XPLAP
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:17 PM EST
    I love following your lead! 😊 #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Here is Q2 #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: One roadblock that I am having right now is trying to incorporate more strategy into my game. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Absenteeism when the team is depending on you... #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Keeping up with my ideas. I tend to have bigger eyes than I can always handle. I tend to leap in and hope I keep up #xplap
  • mjjohnson1216 Feb 22 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2. No experience w/ gamification classroom so I am all ears on this one. #XPLAP
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: The fixed mindset that if we're playing we're wasting time, or worse, not learning! #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Following through on all my ideas/promises. Sometimes I just get to wrapped up and time becomes an enemy I must slay. #XPLAP
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2. Not judging time req's well. Building activities that are TOO big, and so are not fun or get abandoned.Not being prepared enough. #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 The stupid pacing guide. Going hardcore with a game and math may not be good bedfellows. #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    #xplap A2. Getting other t's to be open minded re: what's going on #gamification can be noisy! paying for ink & cardstock is tough also
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Ugh - doesn't that drive your crazy?! #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Grades are a roadblock for sure. Difficult when I transitioned to a gamified class. Very frustrating to equate grades to play.#xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Ss who don't buy into the games #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
    a2) Doing things that are "new". some of the Ps get scared by that word and think the Ss aren't going to learn. Don't trust me yet. #xplap
  • PegGrafwallner Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2 Don't we all? I know when I'm sitting in boring PD, I'm wrtng my grocery list, Christmas list & going on my 3rd trip to bathroom #XPLAP
    • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2: The fixed mindset that if we're playing we're wasting time, or worse, not learning! #XPLAP
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    The struggle is real! #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    HP has a good ink deal, its a pay by month feature, might check it out! #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Me too! #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    That’s why you have to convince the whole hallway that gamification is the best! #xplap
    • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
      #xplap A2. Getting other t's to be open minded re: what's going on #gamification can be noisy! paying for ink & cardstock is tough also
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    a2) also finding the time to get everything put together for activities. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Barbara, I get that as well! I always talk about how play is the best form of research #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • ReadScience15 Feb 22 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2 #xplap too little access to online item shop and therefore too much gold. Just got 10 chromebooks. Hope it helps!
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2 Many roadblocks have been in me. My unwillingness to let go, not overly plan, and let the game develop itself. #XPLAP
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: Sometimes the problems are not seen as opportunities for creative solutions...some just want the quick, easy answers. #XPLAP
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I heard recently that PLAY is our brain's favorite way to learn. I've known it forever, but now it's my new mantra! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHebertPE
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    That is for sure - an the grade demands that come from administration, Ps, and often Ss #xplap
    • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:20 PM EST
      A2: Grades are a roadblock for sure. Difficult when I transitioned to a gamified class. Very frustrating to equate grades to play.#xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Excellent point! This was the hardest for me to overcome. So worth it now! #xplap
    • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2: The fixed mindset that if we're playing we're wasting time, or worse, not learning! #XPLAP
  • LeachTeach4 Feb 22 @ 8:22 PM EST
    #xplap A2:my Ss don't trust technology...I set up class twitter, they say, too public...suggested booksnaps, told me bitmojis are hacking
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
    It makes sense, how on earth did we get away from it? #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @MrHebertPE
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
    I am right there with you regarding PD and faculty meetings. They are so painful Im planning& dreaming up new ideas #xplap
    In reply to @PegGrafwallner
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Is it crazy to blame everything on high-stakes testing? Oye. #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @MrHebertPE
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Q3 will be in 2 mins #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    locked twitter feed? or private instagrams? (I have the same problem, but with admin) #xplap
    In reply to @LeachTeach4
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: I agree with everyone who said follow-through. Lots of bigs ideas that don't always pan out. #xplap
  • TeacherRunner42 Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    a2: balancing competition with the learning - some Ss lose the forest in the trees - big picture is learning, game is a cover #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    We use to play faculty bingo. I got in trouble one time for creating the bingo cards. #xplap
    • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
      I am right there with you regarding PD and faculty meetings. They are so painful Im planning& dreaming up new ideas #xplap
      In reply to @PegGrafwallner
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I had to let that go and realize that my Ss view of learning was way more important than any test. #Xplap
    • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
      Is it crazy to blame everything on high-stakes testing? Oye. #xplap
      In reply to @RLTaylor94, @MrHebertPE
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2 Sometimes Ss aren't accustomed to outside the box thinking - different from what they know - and find it unsettling #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Joining late! Stefanie from Illinois, 8th ELA and team lead #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
    We did that too! It was a riot! #XPLAP
    • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
      We use to play faculty bingo. I got in trouble one time for creating the bingo cards. #xplap
      • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
        I am right there with you regarding PD and faculty meetings. They are so painful Im planning& dreaming up new ideas #xplap
        In reply to @PegGrafwallner
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Hello #xplap!! Amy from Frederick! Trying to check in between trivia rounds!!
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:26 PM EST
    but if play makes them learn more, it is better for the high stakes testing. #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @RLTaylor94, @MrHebertPE
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:26 PM EST
    BOOM <> there it is! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @RLTaylor94, @MrHebertPE
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Think about key phrases admin use, acronyms, etc. #xplap
    • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
      OMG this is the best thing ever! I'm going to try this, sneaky as it sounds.
      In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:26 PM EST
    That is awesome. I always say if PD hours were evaluated on faculty meetings & PD via Danielson admin would be graded ineffective #xplap
    • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
      We use to play faculty bingo. I got in trouble one time for creating the bingo cards. #xplap
      • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:23 PM EST
        I am right there with you regarding PD and faculty meetings. They are so painful Im planning& dreaming up new ideas #xplap
        In reply to @PegGrafwallner
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Amazing the way an existing culture of learning (or lack of it) can affect/influence student thinking. #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
    It really is but a lot of Ts have a hard time seeing that. Test prep require booklets of worksheets for success (insert sarcasm) #xplap
    • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:26 PM EST
      but if play makes them learn more, it is better for the high stakes testing. #xplap
      In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @RLTaylor94, @MrHebertPE
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2 at times students can get to competitive and miss the purpose of the game #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Here’s Q3 #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2: Having multiple games going at once is also challenging. Gamified my homeroom class recently. #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
    grades can be a roadblock in general, but esp when trying to gamify, which is why I like SBG #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Yes, always asking for "extra credit" but I don't have that - get your game on & improve learning via playing more games #xplap
    • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:25 PM EST
      A2 Sometimes Ss aren't accustomed to outside the box thinking - different from what they know - and find it unsettling #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: Organization - will allow my ideas to come to life #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #xplap A3. creating new cards for our game is tough due to time, so s's learned my method are are working on share content with me!
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
    I know my Ss said that my class was hard because they had to think and I wasn't telling them what to do #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 22 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Let them PLAY and watch them connect and grow by leaps and bounds. #xplap
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3 I going to start taking privileges/ XP from teams that get too rowdy during challenges #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Now that’s a compliment Nick! #xplap
    • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:28 PM EST
      I know my Ss said that my class was hard because they had to think and I wasn't telling them what to do #xplap
      In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:29 PM EST
    I did a few @breakoutEDU for superintendent's conference day, majority played & had fun but it was clear who had other intentions #xplap
    • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:24 PM EST
      I'm doing drop in tech monthly and still t's have apathy for anything remotely PD...totally a fixed mindset
      In reply to @TeachingFactor, @PegGrafwallner
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:30 PM EST
    a3) moving to a different planet where the days are longer so I have more time to get work done. OR get students creating stuff too #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Keeping the storyline in front of them and making sure they are making decisions based on what is happening. Lots of choices #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Sometimes the solution is making peace with the fact that it won't always work and that's ok. #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Feb 22 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: when a next step in a game requires the skill be demonstrated to move on you can shift away from grades #XPLAP
  • LeachTeach4 Feb 22 @ 8:31 PM EST
    #xplap A3:I think I will show my professional twitter feed to Ss to prove it's all on the up and up ;-)
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: When problems are not seen as opportunities, an idea might be to teach the value of perseverance, risk-taking, and grit. #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Lots of planning & collaboration helps to get around road blocks when gamify class and content. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3 Go with the flow. Stop myself from over planning. Let the game just unfold.#XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:32 PM EST
    This is such an important conclusion to come too but sometimes takes awhile #xplap
    • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:30 PM EST
      A3: Sometimes the solution is making peace with the fact that it won't always work and that's ok. #xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: Plan short "blitz activities" w/ Ss input. Build more small activities all at once, release over time. Let Ss design activities! #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Love it Josh!! #xplap
    • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:30 PM EST
      A3: Sometimes the solution is making peace with the fact that it won't always work and that's ok. #xplap
  • ReadScience15 Feb 22 @ 8:32 PM EST
    #xplap A3: have the honors math class log the orders and manage the gold in each account. Would have to monitor somehow...
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 22 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Agreed! Play supports inquiry, inquiry supports creativity and innovation...all leading to new creations! #xplap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:34 PM EST
    We have even played at Board mtgs. #XPLAP @meyerisland
    In reply to @meyerisland
    • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:27 PM EST
      data, data, data.... I like DRIP - data rich information poor myself, but we won't hear that one anytime soon
      In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3 Peel a few layers of and focus more on minigame for now. #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:34 PM EST
    nah, you are awesome. I can't wait to chat irl at #USMSPARK, where all the #xplap innovators will be!
    In reply to @HeckAwesome
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:34 PM EST
    So much awesomeness tonight on #xplap chat tonight
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Q4 will be in 1 min #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 trying to promote #growthmindset and community of learners/personal learning network to my Ss #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Hey all! Joining late, but here!! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Always a good reminder! #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Here’s Q4 #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:37 PM EST
    I had a Ss ask, is there a detailed rubric for this? I showed them the detailed learning objectives instead #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:37 PM EST
    a3)try to do the best you can, sometimes you'll fail, most times it will be ok, sometime it's great. Don't burn your self out...#xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    a3b) ...you all seem awesome and your kids benefit from you teaching them. don't make it not fun for you, then Ss suffer more. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    There is a great @breakoutEDU on Growth Mindset that opens the conversation to the growth mindset we want to see in Ss #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @breakoutEDU
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4: We had some great game pieces designed and 3D printed for Ancient Egypt games #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4: My Ss created stop motion videos to help prevent bullying. Here is an example of prototype not finished https://t.co/MGpAurTcxz #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4: Business Logos and Letterhead stationary for their businesses. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    I saw those! They are amazing! #xplap
    • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
      A4: We had some great game pieces designed and 3D printed for Ancient Egypt games #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Stealing this idea! #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • ReadScience15 Feb 22 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: students liked my battle cards and made their own for a project of greek mythical monsters. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:39 PM EST
    any chance you could share an example with me? kinda got in trouble for trying that last year. #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:39 PM EST
    #xplap A4. None so far, but tomorrow is my first game design club meeting, and students have been ecstatic for weeks now. I can't wait 2!
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Love this . . . #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Feb 22 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Phone keeps dying ... Booo ... Will answer questions later tonight. Sorry everyone 😞 #XPLAP @Slapshot99
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: Groups created their own digital games as an assessment for the last unit.”Sold” their games to a company (me) #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
    a4) everything in class this year is a prototype, Never done it before told the Ss that, they were fine with it. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
    I love telling the Ss that they are my beta testers. #xplap
    • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
      a4) everything in class this year is a prototype, Never done it before told the Ss that, they were fine with it. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Ss design games or share an idea that we work on together. We've done lego challenges &designed board games based on dystopian texts #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
    @meyerisland Digital, board/card games, or both? #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @meyerisland
  • LeachTeach4 Feb 22 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #xplap A4:life maps showing the steps to take towards their future careers...look like game boards...patterned after LIFE game :-)
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Everything we write in class is prototype. Just today, talked about today's revisions will be scored, but have nxt wk to rework #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 What game engine? #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4 my Ss have built catapults, aqueducts, medieval cities, and stop motion films! #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Created my first "Lightning Cards" for teams in last place to keep them interested in the game. #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Infographics that compare/contrast were fun! Next: Google sites that analyze and argue the Serial podcasts #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:42 PM EST
    We use @gamefroot but I am working with students on @unity3d #xplap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @gamefroot, @unity3d
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Q5 will be in 2 mins #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:43 PM EST
    We just wrapped up stop motion with Lego today. So much fun! #xplap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4 I also had a game master committee where students create items and challenges!! #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Me too! Great minds think alike! Nothing is ever final until students decide it is! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrsCford_tweets Feb 22 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: this is a general response, but we like talking about what games they're most interested in currently so that we can emulate #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Really love this idea! Great side quest to develop more side quests!! :) #xplap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Here’s Q5 #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Feb 22 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Love this idea! #XPLAP
    • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:43 PM EST
      A4 I also had a game master committee where students create items and challenges!! #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Feb 22 @ 8:45 PM EST
    @MrsCford_tweets What are they (besides minecraft or pokemon)? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @MrsCford_tweets
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Hey, please tell more! How do they work? #xplap
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A5: Google forms and discussions - also for design challenges Ss test their designs to meet criteria of the challenge #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Awesome idea #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #xplap A5. We are just going chromebooking at school, so s's are learning to read, understand, and respond to t's comments.
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: The best thing about teaching middle school is the unrelenting honesty of the Ss. They will tell you how it is in a second! #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: I send out a google form like this one https://t.co/PKfCReKxnW at the end of every Trimester #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Sadness. I def have some Ss like that, too. Why is getting Ss to engage in revisions so tough?!?! #xplap
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • ReadScience15 Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: badges for students & survey + wordcloud for me #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    a5) I just ask them. What worked for you? what could I do better? What was fun? #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: Everyday we feed off each other and give feedback when engaged & then not, as well as look at their work #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Feb 22 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5 Tomorrow my kids will be reflecting on their view of fractions in light of our big test today. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Great minds! I have the Ss fill out google forms three times a quarter. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:47 PM EST
    @Slapshot99 This is how I gain feedback as well. I love Google Forms... #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • polonerd Feb 22 @ 8:47 PM EST
    #xplap and #fledchat peeps. Join us when you finish at #1to1techat at 8 CST
  • Meems852 Feb 22 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5 I always ask my students for feedback and I do an end of year survey #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:48 PM EST
    may I steal this to use at the end of the year? #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4 real animal based Pokemon in Zoology! Hoping to do something like it in Earth & Space Science #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A5: Found a lot of success with @peergradeio the past 2 wks...great platform for organizing peer reviews! #xplap
    In reply to @peergradeio
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:49 PM EST
    I love the reflection form. I also ask my Ss if there is anything else that I should know to better support you as a learner? #xplap
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Cool idea, and very effective! Definitely need those to keep those last placers in the game! You're smart! #xplap
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:50 PM EST
    I'm pretty sure the fossil pokemon in the first game (maybe) was based off a trilobite, not sure if that helps for Earth #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A4 game mods for Quest/Unit reviews #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Q6 will be 1 mins #xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5: Loads of performance tests w/ discussion. GForms and GDocs for reflection. Digital feedback via @Seesaw portfolios & videos. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Seesaw
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:51 PM EST
    My Ss are 8th graders so really hard to editing peers work. Im surprised more Ss don't seek out Ts feedback. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5: I like to use @padlet for discussion and feedback as well. #xplap
    In reply to @padlet
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Here’s Q6 #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Feb 22 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: Google forms are nice, plus I just fall back on one on conversations as well, seeing reactions as we go #XPLAP
  • SteveWyborney Feb 22 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Here are 50 free, animated PPT math lessons - all grades! https://t.co/Re3oLa8cWh #2ndchat #sck8 #xplap #NoVachat #ycsdchat #fledchat
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6: I have my Ss go through the design thinking process as they complete quests, adventure paths, and I use for lesson planning. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Take, borrow, use - isn't that was #Xplap is all about. This twitter chat always makes me a better game designer and game master :-)
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A6: We have maker challenges in our game, SS need to design, build, test, modify to meet the challenge #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #xplap A6. I constantly revise my physical space, and use s's input to do so I'd love to involved them more with content/assessment design
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Sometimes I offer free M&Ms for those who conference with me. Maybe I should offer XP? A little encouragement? #xplap
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6: Great teachers are reflective & always thinking how to improve, extend, & tap into all Ss learners in the classroom #xplap
  • MrHentzen Feb 22 @ 8:55 PM EST
    a6) most challenges Ss need to design something. make notes after every challenge on how to make it better next time, include Ss #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:55 PM EST
    I so want to revise my physical space but I remember being told that doing that will throw off the class immensely. #xplap
    • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:53 PM EST
      #xplap A6. I constantly revise my physical space, and use s's input to do so I'd love to involved them more with content/assessment design
  • KathiSueSummers Feb 22 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Need to leave early. Thanks for a great chat @Slapshot99. You did a fantastic job. See all next week. #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Sooo glad I was able to pop in tonight! Have a fantastic rest of week all! Off to pick up offspring from church! #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:56 PM EST
    involve them in the planning, I like a re-order of the classroom from time to time! #xplap
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:57 PM EST
    I like XP for conferences, I have Ss w/diabetes so made me rethink my food rewards. Although, I am considering @tishrich coffee bar #xplap
    • mpilakow Feb 22 @ 8:54 PM EST
      Sometimes I offer free M&Ms for those who conference with me. Maybe I should offer XP? A little encouragement? #xplap
      In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Okay folks last question! I can't believe it went by so quickly ! #xplap
  • meyerisland Feb 22 @ 8:57 PM EST
    @Slapshot99 #xplap Three Cheers for moderating, Huzzah, Huzzah, Huzzah
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A5 conference w/Ss on projects & Google forms #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    I have a Ss working on classroom redesign for #geniushour but he already said my classroom is better than his others. #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A7: #launchbook by @john spencer and @ajulaini is a great resource, another one is the standford d school https://t.co/baLhupPlRi #xplap
    In reply to @john, @AJulaini
  • MrBaskwill Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A7: Check out @extraordinaires as a great way to get started with design thinking #xplap
    In reply to @extraordinaires
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A6: Ss use the design process to create their digital games.#xplap
  • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    My class will be measuring furniture to re-organize whole room soon! Entirely student-designed room! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @TeachingFactor
  • RLTaylor94 Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
    This is a great idea! #xplap
    • jkervs Feb 22 @ 8:58 PM EST
      My class will be measuring furniture to re-organize whole room soon! Entirely student-designed room! #XPLAP
      In reply to @MrBaskwill, @TeachingFactor
  • jvanscoyoc Feb 22 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A6 iteration & beta testing #xplap