#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Tuesday October 10, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #XPLAP! Please introduce yourself & share what you love about Fall!
  • participatechat Oct 10 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Excited to chat with my #XPLAP peeps! My fav part of Autumn is the changing leaves. So beautiful!...and I do love a good pumpkin latte! ;-)
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    #xplap Jen in Nor Cal checking in from within the ring of fire. #napa #smoke I've got WiFi and may as well chat #notcrazyaboutfallrightnow
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    I'm such a @aaron_hogan fan that I'm moderating #xplap & jumping into #teachermyth! Excited for you, my friend!
  • aaron_hogan Oct 10 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    QUADRUPLE XP for hosting a chat and participating in another! #TeacherMyth #XPlap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Apple picking is a must in the Fall! This is my daughter and I this weekend! #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hi. Adam here. My favorite part is finally wearing jeans and sweaters again... And making a fire in the fireplace... And cocoa... #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Micheal Matera Author of #XPLAP Presenter of Play Passionate Educator and New YouTuber… https://t.co/NiY28W2UJS
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Jay from NE, MS science teacher, favorite part of autumn is either football season or colder weather. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Yay! I was thinking it was just going to be Jenn and I for a minute! How are you, my friend? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    That would be hilarious! I'm in the middle of a natural disaster! Where's the #xplap commitment?
    In reply to @tishrich
  • SteinbrinkLaura Oct 10 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Gonna try to check in with #TEACHERMYTH and #xplap !!
  • teachforthought Oct 10 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hey, Sean here from Southern Oregon! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hello friends! I am Jen, a 6th grade English Teacher from IN! Drinking a maple pecan coffee and ready to go! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Here we go! Here's Q1 on #XPLAP! Let's get this party started!
  • MsMimura Oct 10 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hi #xplap I'm Connie from Arcadia and love our annual science camp with our 7th gr Ss up at Arrowhead ranch. Picture from today 💕🌳🌿#FAOSS
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Good! I thought my Twitter was acting up... 😉. How's everything in the kitchen? #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: I began with 1 unit and it was so awesome, it didn't take long before I gamified everything! Won't every go back! #xplap
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    On the way back from 6 flags with my fam, checking in for a few :) #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Joining late! Just got home. Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead #XPlap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Welcome Stefanie! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • mshallmath Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Brittany 7th grade math and leadership from southern Oregon #xplap
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    DianaLyn from Tx. 6 & 7 grade science #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hi Stef! Great to see you! Long day! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Glad to see you here again Brittany! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mshallmath
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Josh Stock, 6th grade ELA and I love sweatshirt weather. #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: I'm working on introducing new items, potions, spells for my game. This has been the slowest piece for me but exciting. #XPlap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Hi DianaLyn! Great to see you here tonight on #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Hey Josh! Great to see you! #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    a1) I'll probably gradually start gaming my second class. My other class I gradually introduce them to the story/game items #xplap
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 #xplap I gamified the whole thing because I can't seem to moderate things -- #imallinbaby
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Hey #xplap crew! Stella from KY here! I teach 7th Grade Science. Sorry I am late
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Similar to me. I started with one part of a unit, then one unit, and this year I jumped all in for the whole event. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Yay! Great to see you, my friend!! How beautiful! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MsMimura, @ArcadiaUnified
  • mshallmath Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: I'm slowing introducing game mechanics. Started with Xp and levels. Next will be introducing items (next week) eek! Can't wait! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Stella! Glad you made it! #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 in the process of adding side narratives. Partnering w my Spanish T to have it fully in Spanish. I think on immigration in USHIS #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 10 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 Adding the layer of badges. Students are excited for what is to come. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: I am introducing a game map… This is really taking my game to the next level. #XPLAP Check it out! https://t.co/l4pNSRM5Vu
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: Started showing off the leaderboard in class and kids are finally getting interested. Also started posting top 10 side questers. #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: We are currenlty working on an adventure park for our gamified classroom. (Energy Transfer unit) #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Thanks my friend! :-) Always happy when I can make it. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 My change is just ramping up my game. I have rolled things out slowly. Just had first side quest turned in today. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    I totally can relate! #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    That's what I did... Go big or go home, right? #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Every time I try a new #gbl activity I feel this way. #xplap #playlap
    • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:08 PM EDT
      A1: I began with 1 unit and it was so awesome, it didn't take long before I gamified everything! Won't every go back! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    That is so awesome! We really need to meet up one of these days! #xplap
    In reply to @mshallmath
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 10 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Go big or go extinct. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @jellison23
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    That's so exciting, Katie! #XPLAP
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1) I always believe slow growth = real growth #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Love hearing about students and teachers getting excited about adding layers of engagement to their classrooms. #XPLAP
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    That's AWESOME! #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    I'm also trying to add a tech based narrative... Maybe something with coding and programming... I think this can tie in w avatars #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    seemed to work well for the dinosaurs #xplap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MrPowley, @jellison23
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 10 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: It will be fast and furious for our 5th graders: from no gamification/GBL to an entire week of it from our Gamify Literacy PLC. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Q2 launching now on #XPLAP! What games do you "fall back" on time and time again?
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1 I keep adding side missions - newest one will involve conservation and clean up #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    I've only had one person do any side quests. It's going to be an eye opener when they finally get items next week. #XPLAP
    In reply to @psamel
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Thanks Connie! Hope your #gamified year is off to a good start! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MsMimura
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2: @GetKahoot is always a fav and one I fall back on time and time again. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    a2) love @getkahoot, have a basketball style game, miniboss challenges. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: There are so many… I just did a video of one I use to start all my units… Graffiti! The students love it! https://t.co/p1RjEwAuf4 #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 I like @breakoutedu #xplap
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    I gave out 1st item today. It definitely attracted attention of other students in the class. Hoping this gets the snowball rolling. #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Can't wait to watch this, Michael! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: the LEGO build is one of my favorites, so many ways to make small but meaningful changes to make connections to material #XPlap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Yes! Just did my first one this year! So fun! #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @breakoutEDU
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2 I did my clasroom court today! Definitely a fav for Student Led Conference time! #XPLAP
  • mrblight_srss Oct 10 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Can't make the #XPLAP chat tonight, but I'm looking forward to reading up on it later.
  • jkervs Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: Jocelyn here, late again! I like quick-thinking games like "Name that Tune" or Pictionary as great go-to games! #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: So many. My Ls really like the simple short sponge games when only a few minutes of class is left. Always looking 4 new ideas. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2 #xplap they LOVE @quizziz and I really want to upload memes of all our staff -- they would FLIP OUT
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    What was the item? I haven't ever used items, but that's the next area I want to explore. #xplap
    In reply to @psamel, @MrHentzen
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2 Kahoot has been a student favorite in past yrs, but I'm looking forward to greater variety this year. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    So awesome, Jenn! #xplap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • MsMimura Oct 10 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    It's been an amazing quarter so far, you and @tishrich and the #XPLAP family are an inspiration. TY friends, lurking 2nte from a PTA mtg:)
    In reply to @mrmatera, @tishrich
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2) @quizizz @Quizalizeapp @GetKahoot competitions and Scavenger Hunts around the school #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 10 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 Count by competition. Groups take turns and count by the number provided: 6, 7, 8.... See which group gets the furthest. #xplap
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    They are a hit every time. I like the digital ones as the Ls compete more directly, but I would like to try the physical one too. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @MrPowley, @breakoutEDU
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 #xplap they also LOVE @bloxelsbuilder and love the chance to make their own games
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Yes, me too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @psamel
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2: Can't wait to try @GooseChase in class this year! #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Wanting to get organized and try Duck Duck Goose. #xplap
  • mrgfactoftheday Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I highly recommend it - had a great time on Monday with that in Algebra! #xplap
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I think I may try this to show levels of an organization. It could be fun to see a lego ecosystem. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I have a bunch of different items. some allow battles among other Ss, some allow extended deadline for project, some help on tests #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @psamel
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2) Often times the best games come from when I challenge my Ss to make the games #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Yes! Fun! Should do this more! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jkervs
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Q3 launching now on #XPLAP! What are some indoor games we can play to help Ss get the wiggles out when outdoor play is limited?
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2 FRUITBASKET is good too. Like musical,chairs in a circle mixed with "I have..." game. #xplap
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Mine was a spear. Found a great image lego paleo hunters for the card. We learn about paleo ppl in WI history so it was a good fit. #xplap
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja, @MrHentzen
  • mshallmath Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: I find myself using Kahoot Jenga and Codenames so far. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    a2) last year I had a "beat the teacher" game where the class made a Kahoot about our objectives and tried to beat me. Was fun. #xplap
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A3 #xplap Been inside with my kids avoiding smoke inhalation for the last three days! #sooverindoors
  • WiseDad_Games Oct 10 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: Kids are fidgety when bored. Glued to screen with a good digital game. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    That is so epic and I love the graphic. #xplap
    In reply to @psamel, @teachlikeaninja, @MrHentzen
  • mshallmath Oct 10 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Yes! I did it with my syllabus this year it was awesome! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @GooseChase
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A2: just used Play-Doh challenge for groups to build hyperbole representations. Ss loved using Play-Doh. Will def do again. #XPlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Have you tried @quizlet Live? Part of the Quizlet family but played as flexible groups. Ls have accountability with competition. #XPLAP
    In reply to @psamel, @quizlet
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    That was us in August! Sorry you are going through this! Can't believe how many homes have been affected! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    the other day we had a bit of "smoke inhalation" inside in my room when a tablet battery malfunctioned. that was an interesting day. #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    I haven't, but my wife teaches Spanish & has recommended it as another good option. I'll have to try it out. #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @quizlet
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: Yesterday I played a game where students just needed to copy what I did. I clapped, I jumped and then I would have them stop… #XPLAP
  • lisadawley Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Lisa Dawley is finally awake for #xplap and just joining in!
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: LEGO builds and scavenger hunts have been useful to get minds and bodies moving in new directions. #XPlap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    a2) hadn't thought of playdoh for this question, Ss tomorrow are building strucures with playdoh using topographic maps #XPLAP
  • teachforthought Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A1: my cadets just passed Boot Camp! Now they’re ready to go out there and save the world! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Glad to have you here on #XPLAP Welcome!
    In reply to @lisadawley
  • mshallmath Oct 10 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: I was considering trying to integrate twister someone. Right hand red if answer a left hand red if answer b? #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Great idea! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Sounds like a great side quest. Adding it to my list #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    That could be fun!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mshallmath
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Ken, STEAM T from Bak, CA here... sorry I'm late. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Glad to have you back Ken! Thanks for joining #XPLAP
    In reply to @EdTechRanger, @tishrich
  • jellison23 Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Gotta bail folks. New evacuation updates. #xplap #teachermyth #fingerscrossed thanks everyone
  • lisadawley Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: Discovered @GoNoodle videos, love Banana Banana Meatball dance along #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Hi Ken! Great to see you! #XPLAP
    In reply to @EdTechRanger
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3 havent tried this yet, but here is @avantgame (Jane McGonigal) on Massively Multiplayer Thumb Wrestling https://t.co/gQaFLiqJLm #xplap
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3) Two truths and a lie. Ss pretend to be a character learned in class and use it to review material. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    no one thought they would be able to beat me in a chemistry kahoot (it's my major), no one realized they could use items to hurt me! #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Thanks! I was proud of what they did. One group even looked up how to make a horse head out of Play-Doh. Good use of resources 😂 #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing! Excited to check this out! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @avantgame
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Brilliant, Zach! #XPLAP
    In reply to @ZachSwigard
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: Love the idea of playing human battleship. I mentioned it before, but @jamessturtevant has an episode on it #hackingEngagement #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I use those with my kids at home too. The songs get stuck in your head forever. #xplap
    In reply to @lisadawley, @GoNoodle
  • MrJLibrarian Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Brian from Iowa, sorry to jump in halfway through! #xplap
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    We also do a silent version of this when we end up waiting in line. Sometimes w student leaders. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Welcome Brian! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrJLibrarian
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A2: jeopardy, fill the buckets, and themes/room transformations esp for unit reviews. Teamwork, prizes, no outs, total engagement #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Q4 launching now on #XPLAP! How can you make your classroom theme come to life by dressing up as characters in your story?
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3 check out #xplapcamp this week. @heckawesome is leading us on the power of doodling and art! Seems to fit this Q #xplap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Good luck! #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • jkervs Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: Kahoot, Taboo, Pictionary, singing games with actions, anything that incorporates magnetic FlingOns!! #XPLAP
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A1: I'm realizing that teaching 4 preps to 135 Ss is a lot of work. We are a themed classroom taking baby steps to become a gamified #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    What is "fill the buckets"? Intrigued! #XPLAP
    In reply to @missgideon4
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Me too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @psamel
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A3: I like man, gorilla, net. Like rock, paper, scissors only you stand back to back and then turn around and strike one of the poses #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    a4) we have two visitors that appear in class. Commander Helios, the leader of our group, and Dr. Fuhlengut who has tech challenges. #XPLAP
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2: @breakoutEDU is my go to game. All Ss can experience success with it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @breakoutEDU
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    magnetic flingons?! Tell me more! #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    I know jeopardy, but the others sound new and exciting. Please share details. #XPLAP
    In reply to @missgideon4
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Totally! 4 preps is a lot! Baby steps is perfectly fine and smart! #xplap
    In reply to @EdTechRanger
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4: HP ⚡️ theme makes it easy to bring in props (and plenty of room decorations). Wand, robes, Gryffindor lanyard all works. #XPlap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4 technically I am a character in my future dystopia. In the 'past' Mr Powley was arrested but not until he hid dig Recordings! #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Oct 10 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4: story telling/dressing up hooks the students attention. Grab them, make your story/content interesting. #xplap
  • lisadawley Oct 10 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4: Wish I was that creative...have u seen @haskell as a Star Trek officer? Why? He runs his class on a virtual starship! #xplap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I even have an arrest blotted newspaper article Easter egg... #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    a4) unfortunately, I can't find my pictures of me as commander helios. I'll have to get a new one, it's pretty awesome. #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    This sounds epic! So playing this and taking pictures! #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A3 I do brain breaks daily in my classroom and my fav is zombie name game which is sort of like tag with the undead... haha #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: This is just a preview of all the random costumes or characters in my classroom. A lot of them appear in my daily announcements #xplap
    • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:28 AM EDT
      A little snapshot of my daily announcements on my youtube channel gives you an idea of the craziness of room 502... #tlap #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: Costumes is not my strong suit! Need to come up w/ costume to bust out on challenge days! Maybe Gordan Ramsey! Ha! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: I sometimes dress up, but more often I use props in class to help the game come 2 life! Love LED Candles… https://t.co/7Y4bvfqZW8 #XPLAP
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A3: student or teacher created board games, puzzles, & problem solving games. Maker space activities are also a hit! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4 Some characters are created w my kids dress up stuff, so I can make videos or come in costume when it fits our game. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Alton Brown would be good too, plus then you don't have to curse at the students. lol #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    I need more brain breaks in my classroom. Do you have any resources you can share? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Oh my goodness! Need to hear more about this! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5 launching now on #XPLAP! How could you bring your favorite carnival booth game into the classroom?
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    EPIC! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A4) My colleague @Bchusk has really been taking this on this year! #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Swedish chef? #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Love this Questions @tishrich Thanks for hosting tonight! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Ha! That would be awesome! #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • jkervs Oct 10 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Or the Swedish Chef from the Muppets??!! :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A4 When our time machine busted I wore a medieval dress and today I changed into my Judge's robe for court! Love the reaction from Ss!#xplap
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A4: having the @STEM_Ranger drawn by an artist friend. I'll try to make a costume to match. DrWho/WildKratts combination #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @STEM_Ranger
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5: Have not thought of this till now , but I think the Milk bottle game could be fun. Also, what about target practice with nerf! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Love it! @MrPowley mentioned this too! May need to make it happen! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jkervs, @MrPowley
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A5 We have done #cardboardchallenge the past 2 yrs and many Ss end up creating their own versions of these games to play in class. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    a5) maybe one of those pop the balloon games as a reward delivery thing. Each balloon has different items(s) in it #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: I don't play carnival games, but bball hoop that auctions tonwall. Tape shoot line on floor. Ea basket earns group clue or piece #XPlap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5. I can see a dart/balloon game to win an item. Need to spend class gold to play. Common cards easy need X amount for rare... #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    a5) also skeeball, cause then I could have a skeeball thing in my room. #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5: what about Go Fish? XP or powers hiding behind the "curtain" if they get the answers right. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Might be difficult to understand... Oh! That might be the challenge. S.Chef explains the mystery ingredient! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @jkervs
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5) Bottle flips, long garbage bball shots, paper football challenges are not uncommon in my class. Could add 🎡 games too #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    You just made me think of the Bozo bucket game too. You could even have 2 lines going at once. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A6 launching now on #XPLAP! What are some ways we can involve staff in our building & community members in our classroom games?
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    The more XP Ss receive could = rings for a bottle toss game #XPLAP
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Room trans-chg room/hall. All based on theme. Worth pts, earn certificate. Varies by theme. Ex: construction hospital, next football #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Love it and could be a guild challenge that can happen with 2 guilds at the same time! #XPLAP power In the house!
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A5: Cake walk! Lots of ways you could incorporate that into the classroom! #XPLAP
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6 Created a side quest where Ss had to design a game using multiples that could be played in gym and shared w/ gym teacher. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6: I like to hide clues in their rooms (with their permission of course) and Also use them for voice overs… Fun time! #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6 make others 'gatekeeper's'. As need to give them a password to get past a puzzle. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    a6) I'd love if I could get all the MS teachers to play the same game. Incorporate their class standards into one storyline... #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Love it! #XPLAP Patrick! This is good stuff! Will you be at Edcamp GB in a few weeks?
    In reply to @psamel
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A5: a few summers ago we watched a vid about Caines Arcade. My Ss then made their own. FUN! Will do again. https://t.co/28ilAHYbVI #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • ZachSwigard Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Checking out. Thanks for all the great ideas! Until next time! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    a6b) sometimes overlapping (like when they have to write something for me it could count for english) #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6 I also have some staff that voice act in my narrative. I think,I've stumbled into 'campy' and the Ss seem to like it 😀#xplap
  • jkervs Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6: Build collaborative Scavenger Hunts! Invite other staff to be "Guest Observers," Conductors, or Guest Judges for activities. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Will I be meeting you this weekend at @edcampchicago I am excited to see and meet some #XPLAP peeps this weekend… Oh and make some new ones!
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @edcampchicago
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Ha... I think we both tweeted the same thing 😉 #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    a6) I'm thinking of having the principal be battled in a kahoot at some point and maybe the school priest. #XPLAP
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A6: volunteers help during game implementation, get all game materials from donations. They usually want to help but don't know how. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Great minds my friend. Thanks for the great podcast yesterday! Can’t wait for our next! #XPLAP #wellplayedu
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Oh man....so wish I could be there! Have so much fun! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MrsCford_tweets, @edcampchicago
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: allowing Twitter followers (or other social media) and Ts to participate through guessing etc what Ss are creating/communicating #XPlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    We do a cardboard arcade as one of our projects for our 6th graders! We then open it up for the entire school! It's awesome! #XPLAP
    In reply to @EdTechRanger, @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    I started doing this with my build challenges this year… I think you joined in… It was so fun for the students #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Fantastic idea! #xplap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • teachlikeaninja Oct 10 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6: I try to have a side quest in each subject area. Bonus points if Ss present their side quest in that class. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Q7 launching now on #XPLAP! What are some ways we can spark student's imaginations & their sense of wonder?
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A4: evythg can be a theme. movie themes, kids interests, text subjects. Chk pinterest/DIY ideas. Detectives, construction, dr, refs. #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Just registered because I realized I hadn't yet! I'm so not a morning person, but I promise I'm excited to meet #xplap peeps!
    In reply to @mrmatera, @edcampchicago
  • EdTechRanger Oct 10 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A6: my first thought is to do a scavenger hunt. I'm sure I could get more than a few Ts to participate!#XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Q7: I like to offer bonus classes students can attend before/after school. Sometimes they have nothing to do with History. #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    8th w no other direction than to make it represent the hyperbole well enough that someone can guess it with no words attached to it #xplap
    In reply to @Mlle_Anglais
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A7: Give op to be creative w/restraints. Ss made Yeast Bread w/our recipe using 1 mix-in ing. Could make whatever they wanted. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7: Like this Thursday I am running a Pages tutorial for macs… Students are trying hard to make it to the class. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    YEAH! I can’t wait to meet you Stefanie! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @edcampchicago
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Yes! I was chatting w @HeckAwesome about how I wanted to pick a winner and she suggested what you'd started! Such an awesome idea! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @HeckAwesome
  • MrsLedford6Eng Oct 10 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Q7: I think our game narratives have the ability to so this constantly! I have so much fun making the twists and turns for my Ss! #XPLAP
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 I like side quests that allow Ss to use imagination and art. One was writing origin story for their character. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    a7) Ss get to become heroes, heroes bring out the best in us (hoepfully) and explore their interests #XPLAP
  • MSMathGuru Oct 10 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    RT @MSMathGuru: RT @MSMathGuru: RT @MSMathGuru: RT @MSMathGuru: RT @mshallmath: Game time all the time! #xplap #mi… https://t.co/nGrHn7W7W6
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Q4: Escape rooms. Pirate themes, detective themes, zombie themes. Tpt has tons of great ideas, easily modified #xplap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Its time... Good Night #xplap... Till next week...
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Night my friend! Sleep well! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Good night, Adam! Thanks for all of your awesome ideas tonight! #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • psamel Oct 10 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7 Also sharing things that surprise and inspire w Ss. They need to see that enthusiasm for new things and big ideas. #xplap
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Good night... Talk to you soon... #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • missgideon4 Oct 10 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Q5: haven't tried yet but soon! Answer questions to earn punches. House points, Indiv, group, or class incentives #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Wow! You all have got my wheels turning tonight as always! This crew never fails to amaze me! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Love it! Thanks for the idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @missgideon4
  • MrPowley Oct 10 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Thanks for another great chat... Glad it turned into a party 😉 till next week #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Oh my goodness! How fun is this! Love it and I'm sure your Ss will too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @missgideon4
  • MrJLibrarian Oct 10 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Started a test of making a printable battle board. What do you think? #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Thanks, Adam! Yes...love a good party, especially when it's with my #xplap peeps!
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen Oct 10 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    awesome! what did you use for the containers? #XPLAP
    In reply to @missgideon4
  • MrsCford_tweets Oct 10 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A7: I've found #sketchnotes to be a great tool for many Ss in fostering creativity. They continue to amaze me! #XPlap
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Celebrating amazing Ls work by showing to the class can inspire others. I know they inspire me. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Yes!!! Love love love #sketchnotes! #xplap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • lisadawley Oct 10 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A7: Always experimenting between digital & real life #gbl...a geocache, build in Minecraft, prototype a board game, design an avatar #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    This looks really cool Brian… How well do you think it will hold up over time? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrJLibrarian
  • mrmatera - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    These are all really good ideas Lisa… Thanks for pushing yourself to add such elements in your class! #XPLAP
    In reply to @lisadawley
  • tishrich - Moderator Oct 10 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Thanks crew for an amazing hour of awesomeness! So #grateful for you are! Have a fabulous rest of your week! #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Oct 10 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    I like sketchnotes and infopics. Infopics = image that shows meaning with 7 or less words to convey the rest of the meaning. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets