#MinecraftEDU Archive

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Love is topic I have been using level design in my science class, cant waith to learn more #Minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT

A0: I’m Craig from Newcastle, Australia. Deputy Principal of @AspectHunterSch, have just returned from sunny @iPadpaloozaGC 🌴#MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@joakleyiii Hey buddy! #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Welcome Everyone. Say Hi #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/T5lHO4s3ix

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

I’ve just finished reading a fantastic book this weekend, ‘A Boy Made of Blocks’ (https://t.co/NpzRMEuubo) by @keefstuart #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing the article! https://t.co/HJqQCCaAtJ #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/Rrs630g8SK

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 7:55 PM EDT

About to begin #MinecraftEDU chat. Before we do, read CNET article @CNET on @wrenasmir and @heathwild 's school… https://t.co/w9GcE0CeIw

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jim Pike 5th and 6th grade Steam teacher in Beverly hills. I play ice hockey and dad stuff in my free time #Minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@joakleyiii Hi James, great to see you here :) #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi Criag @wrenasmir #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A0: Steve from NJ - I support kids learning to make their own games #ilovemyjob Spare time - bike, hike, video games, snorkel #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A0: Mark G, NJ, 5th Grade T. In my spare time, I’ve picked up the Rubiks Cube, after seeing this video #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/I11F6Z0exX

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A0: Mark G, NJ, 5th Grade T. In my spare time, I’ve picked up the Rubiks Cube, after seeing this video #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/wLhZ1wUkqq

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A0. I’m Heath, Coordinator at @AspectHunterSch. Looking forward to hearing from everyone today :) #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@MGrundel Really? Can you solve it yet? That thing always made me feel pretty dumb :) #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@heathwild @AspectHunterSch Thanks for moderating! #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#Minecraftedu I'm Garrett Zimmer, I'm Co Founder of the MinecraftEdu Chat, I work with Educators to help them Engage deeper with Minecraft

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@ScreenBeam @kerszi @assistivetek @ibpossum It is reliable enough to play online videos or video files, and even #minecraftedu runs well

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs With help from an algorithm. Learning the algorithms. First time took an hour, now I can do in like 5-10 min. #MinecraftEdu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @heathwild @AspectHunterSch Thanks Steven! Great to hear you here #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs #Minecraftedu I didn't know you snorkled! I Scuba Dive but still love Snorkeling! Being under the water is AMAZING!

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Excited for #minefaire next weekend - Feels like a party with some of my favorite people coming. now to work on @PBJellyGames #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Im a working on the 2nd line of this thanks #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/VX9FZLTq1D

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A0: Mark G, NJ, 5th Grade T. In my spare time, I’ve picked up the Rubiks Cube, after seeing this video #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/wLhZ1wUkqq

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames We spent a number of summers in Hawaii and nothing I love more than snorkeling and finding giant sea turtles! #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@MGrundel nice! #MinecraftEDU

pickleberry1234 Oct 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A0 #Minecraftedu you can call me pickle! I am on the north east coast area, and I ama student i do a lot of music and minecraft in my time

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@joakleyiii James so good to see you here! We must still connect soon #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@pickleberry1234 Hey! So Glad you could make it! This is a great topic tonight! #MinecraftEdu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @joakleyiii hmmm - i have the perfect opportunity in mind :) #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs It's amazing to see the sea creatures! So docile, placid and beautiful! #Minecraftedu

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

These school holidays have been full of adventures. #MinecraftEDU Thanks @MGrundel for the pic https://t.co/giPv67iecz

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello! Lynne from Australia here :D Looking forward to this discussion! #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames for sure! and there's something so amazing about being underwater and immersed in their world. #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Greetings :) #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Hey Lynne, welcome to the chat. Are you on Holiday? #MinecraftEdu

MrRussoRH Oct 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Good evening #Minecraftedu friends! Todd from NY- joining in late! https://t.co/bH2Xa8AzJt

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@MGrundel @mr_isaacs aways down 4 an algorithm #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire best news I've heard all day :) #minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@MGrundel Back to school now and having a great time! #MinecraftEDU

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @PBJellyGames Here's my vote for more sea creatures in #minecraftedu! Turtles, sharks, whales, fish and… https://t.co/Gt8Vx87a86

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@MrRussoRH Welcome Todd, so glad you could make it. Did you bring @itsmeSpiri with you? #MinecraftEdu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Hello Lynne! love your avatar :) Where abouts in Aus are you? #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

AMAZING Student Voice Pickleberry is In Da house tonight! #Minecraftedu Excited to have you again :D https://t.co/jOfT9I5sev

pickleberry1234 Oct 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A0 #Minecraftedu you can call me pickle! I am on the north east coast area, and I ama student i do a lot of music and minecraft in my time

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@jorganiser @PBJellyGames What on god's earth is that? #minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@wrenasmir Thank you! I am in Melbourne. #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@jorganiser @mr_isaacs @PBJellyGames What is that!? #Minecraftedu

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A0) Darin from NE Iowa checking in tonight. I'm an 8th grade ELA teacher and part time gardener! :) #minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@jorganiser @mr_isaacs Whats that fish called again! #Minecraftedu I'm huge fan of Sharks! Think i might dive with GWhites in SA this Xmas

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@heathwild Thank you! I love the #minecraftedu community

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q1: How do you use #MinecraftEdu to engage the special interests of your students? What are some examples of this t… https://t.co/LOMMihhFgP

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Awesome! Love Melbourne :) #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@MGrundel @MrRussoRH @itsmeSpiri Welcome Todd happy to have you! #Minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@AnIowaTeacher Welcome Darin! Great to have you here :) #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire I said no promises though! But looking good! #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@BlackieChanXBL @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire That's incentive not to go! :D XD #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Teaching Game Design and Development, #minecraftedu serves as a great collaborative game design engine - leverage kids passion for games

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: I am using #MinecraftEdu as a narrative tool to have some students retell a personal narrative (small moment) in MC through screencast

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @jorganiser Wanda #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@AnIowaTeacher Greetings Darin! Glad to have you in tonights chat. #MinecraftEdu

digitalfalconET Oct 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: @wrenasmir @mr_isaacs #MinecraftEdu @nearpod has an imbedded lessons with #Minecraft. Very interactive.

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire I know... no pressure, but a guy can hope :) #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@digitalfalconET @wrenasmir @nearpod really?? #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@digitalfalconET @wrenasmir @mr_isaacs @nearpod Sounds interesting, do you have the link? #MinecraftEdu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@nettyplays @PBJellyGames @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire see - Netty read it the same way as me!!! #minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MGrundel #Minecraftedu Narrative is one of the most powerful tools in Hollywood and Game Design. Minecraft supports its use so well.

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1. I love the way that Minecraft allows students to create their interests in an immersive and manipulative world. #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer @heathwild And it loves you! #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@AnIowaTeacher Welcome Darin! Glad to have you with us! #Minecraftedu Greenthumb :D

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@MGrundel @wrenasmir Thanks for the welcome! Glad I can hang with the gamers of my PLN tonight! :) #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: Students bring passion and expertise with them to class when #minecraft is used -provides incredible outlet for creativity #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: MC takes away fear of communicating, Special needs students have a true voice! #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: Almost any #PBL can be taught through #MinecraftEDU and promote 4Cs and content mastery

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer very true! #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1. From bringing books to life, creating fav characters, crafting your favourite transportation vehicles, #Minecraftedu allows it all

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: I have had the wonderful experience of seeing a S who never talks take command of the whole class in a MC project. RESPECT #MinecraftEDU

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer so true- UDL & equity- it gives all Ss a voice. #Minecraftedu

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I having my students make minigames and adveture maps on cell biology #Minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Forgot to tag in #MinecraftEDU - check out the link below for this terrific doco on using Pixar movies as special i… https://t.co/1o5oPq3cek

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

On the topic of student special interests in Pixar films etc, have you seen @LifeAnimatedDoc ?Amazing autism doco - https://t.co/sdjLFmfZ2V

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1: A boy sent in late for not complying with a class to writing a full page due to MC - literacy success! #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q2: How do you use #MinecraftEdu to establish a dialogue with students who might not always actively participate in… https://t.co/tFySUCfGZ8

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Yes my spectrum kid now teaches class twice a week #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@joakleyiii That is beautiful! #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Design your own skins https://t.co/4Cp5QZyqoo #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I love that story Lynne! The amazing power of Special Interests #Minecraftedu @lynnetelfer https://t.co/omLmBDTgJE

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A1: A boy sent in late for not complying with a class to writing a full page due to MC - literacy success! #MinecraftEDU

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A1: Students who detested the idea of drawing, jumped both feet into a project creating with MC. #minecraftedu

MarkC_Author Oct 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#Minecraftedu A1: obviously I’ve used Minecraft to get kids to write, over 500 stories now submitted to me from kids!

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

If the student is into MC we can find common topics to talk about and they can show their skilsl #Minecraftedu

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

It's actually my job @cnb29, so you should be the one being thanked! Check out @PlayCraftLearn for more info on #minecraftedu updates.

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

a2: 1. ask about MC - let them talk. 2. Ask about how they solve problems 3. praise their skills. 4. transfer skills 2 class. #MinecraftEDU

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: I look at MC as another kind of back channel. If they don't engage w/ me, they are engaging with others about the topic. #minecraftedu

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2: #Minecraftedu provides a common ground for students and educators to meet. It avoids any perceived power imbalances in learning space

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@wrenasmir Yes love to pedagogy I put in excel #Minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

a2: confession - I love pretending i dont know how to do something. watch Ss light up as they tell you how! #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@AnIowaTeacher I love the idea of using MC as a back channel! Great way to continue to conversation! #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

I'm sitting here and just in awe of all the sharing that is going on in #Minecraftedu right now! What is your success story w/ Minecraftedu

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: #MinecraftEdu allows for multiple entry points which in turn allows Ss to start conversation at their level. Meeting Ss where they R at

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

This is a terrific article by David Elliott, “Levelling The Playing Field” that @MGrundel has shared #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/BYFpw3y4En

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer @wrenasmir This article takes place in AU and focuses on a troubled Ss who takes on leadership role https://t.co/ifW7WKohwD

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire @leilaboo215 Battlemode on console version - really spleef #minecraftedu

digitalfalconET Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @wrenasmir @nearpod #MinecraftEdu Yes. Trained on it today and found a lesson by Rick Meyer, provides le… https://t.co/Wd24QIX49E

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MGrundel True, it might just be the techie stuff, but it gets them to open up, and that's what we want in the end. #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@I_teach_ICT YES! My kids create games in Portal2 - LOVE the Portal2 Puzzle Maker #minecraftedu #gbl #games4ed

ShanaVWhite Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames just downloaded PE on 20 ipads at school and my maker club kids loved it last week. Hope to get Ts to use next #minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

This is looks terrific, looking forward to checking this out for our students at @AspectHunterSch #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/PEUjtVEoaM

digitalfalconET Oct 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @wrenasmir @nearpod #MinecraftEdu Yes. Trained on it today and found a lesson by Rick Meyer, provides le… https://t.co/Wd24QIX49E

pickleberry1234 Oct 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#minecraftedu A2: if it is a roleplay in Minecraft you can see how they may think and respond to things; get their attention to paticipate

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer Often times I don’t need to pretend. I just say, “I don’t know what this will look like, but lets find out.” #MinecraftEDU

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer I like to "pretend" too...wait...I really don't know how to do this stuff!! ;) #newbie #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@heathwild This is such a valuable point to make! #Minecraftedu You cannot connect well if there's fear.

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MGrundel yep! We can then reflect and take away fear of 'failure'. #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite OMG That's Brilliant! Just ping me if you need anything! And please share share share! #Minecraftedu

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer #Minecraftedu ha! I don't have to pretend! I learned to make glass yesterday. My 6yr old taught me. They all know more tn me

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire @leilaboo215 Ahhh, Ask Tom and Netty how good I am at Console! :D :D #Minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @mr_isaacs @nettyplays @Tomohawk1989 @minefaire @leilaboo215 Give me access! XD #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A2: Minecraft also has ability to screencast so Ss can record prior to a presentation & prepare no live pres = more comfort #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@AnIowaTeacher @lynnetelfer Thats how you learn fake it til you make it! #Minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@pickleberry1234 Well said Pickle! The hidden learning is so well supported by engaging content! #Minecraftedu

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

With kids on the specturum they usally lead these lesson and the other kdis rescpect their talents #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@irvspanish @mimi_masson Glen! Honored to have you here Amigo! #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: We have projects where our students collaborate with each other to create tours of our school https://t.co/0w6Kvwh42D #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@MGrundel Yes Movie making is a great way to give the students a voice #Minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Mrs_Gozzard I love that! I can't imagine many chances Ss get to have that great feeling of worth, #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Mrs_Gozzard @lynnetelfer Haha! Congrats! Nxt step is Fireworks TNT and Beacons! :D Let us know how your house fares! #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@lynnetelfer I often times take Ss through #DesignThinking build challenges in #MinecraftEDU, designing structures for others & iterate

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@wrenasmir tbh I'd try to find something they all like and make an assignment related to it #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@wrenasmir You are killing it with these resources keep them coming #Minecraftedu

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3. Some of the best learning experiences i have facilitated have been through group builds or collaborative games in #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: #MinecraftEDU school tours for us are a fantastic tool, a virtual social story, to help our students connect with the school environment

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Perfect combination #Minecraftedu #msauedu #mieexpert https://t.co/NfSyxcisWo

coffeechugbooks Oct 4 @ 7:12 AM EDT

Minecraft Education & #LEGO to Enhance Math Learning https://t.co/I3Wa4xTGgl #itecia #mathchat #deeperlearning… https://t.co/3JHU5bMySH

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I had student with Autism - great redstone/command block skills - asked class who'd like him on team - 2 girls hands shot up! #MinecraftEDU

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@wrenasmir "oh (character) needs your help you can help them by (etc.)" #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: My favourite resource on this, students' connecting with each other to create their school in Minecraft, is by @glenstorey #MinecraftEDU

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @Mrs_Gozzard @lynnetelfer Fireworks and TNT?? #sofarbehind #learningallthetime #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@joakleyiii @MGrundel Wow Jim, Yes! You must share the work your students did on Boxing the Titanic. Amazing Film via #Minecraftedu

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@heathwild Same experience in my classroom #Minecraftedu

digitalfalconJG Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Retweeted Steven Isaacs (@mr_isaacs): A1: Teaching Game Design and Development, #minecraftedu serves as a great collaborative game design …

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@wrenasmir It's easier to type things out or do them than to say them. #MinecraftEDU

MrRussoRH Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: I would encourage Ts to share the use of Minecraft as a regular option to demonstrate their understanding of a topic. #Minecraftedu

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: You can find @glenstorey resource on this on @iTunesU here, highly recommended: https://t.co/jW2Esa4U9y #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@pfm2001_ @wrenasmir Sounds great, but I find often times Ss do not always agree on a design. How can we model cooperation in #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I don't seem to be seeing the questions... #MinecraftEDU

matthewbann Oct 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3: MC is its own instr. support. Wanna talk abt similar shapes? Can do. Want a visual of a foreign city? Got that, too. #minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs agreed. Im a bit lost #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3: Have dedicated sessions where 1 student is the project manager. Rotate this role & all special interests are included #Minecraftedu

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs same. #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@MGrundel @pfm2001_ @wrenasmir Thats were you come in and help them chose one of their topics or split the groups #Minecraftedu

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: Ensure technology is on their side. Preparing for the use of tech in the classroom is important- experiment #MinecraftEdu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@pfm2001_ strange... Thanks for making me not think I'm totally crazy :) #minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

what was Q3 sorry? #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q3: How have you facilitated opportunities for students with special learning needs to collaborate and help each other using #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

gracias :) #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/N35u1C7cFZ

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q3: How have you facilitated opportunities for students with special learning needs to collaborate and help each other using #Minecraftedu

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

a3: Minecraft club has many examples of this. They run it as a team. Many special needs kids with great success. #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3: Allows important to have clear guidelines and expectations around how students interact with one another #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A3: so i did answer the right question before :) always great to connect kids and use a game as a unifier! #MinecraftEDU

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

This. Is. Awesome. :) #MinecraftEDU https://t.co/zJaLgtM5F6

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: You can find @glenstorey resource on this on @iTunesU here, highly recommended: https://t.co/jW2Esa4U9y #MinecraftEDU

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I think allowing students with socialization problems work with students willing to help them is key. #MinecraftEDU

matthewbann Oct 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@MGrundel @pfm2001_ @wrenasmir Lots of streamers/YouTubers model coop. building/design. It's worth it to check them out. #MinecraftEDU.

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I usually have to ask people if I weird them out, so allowing students to help each other build on social skills is important. #MinecraftEDU

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q4: #MinecraftEdu is sometimes used as a behaviour ‘reward’ activity, but how could you use ’free build’ opportunit… https://t.co/iEEFtrby5B

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@wrenasmir architecture and physics? #MinecraftEDU

NodnamGames Oct 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

i guess im here #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q4: #MinecraftEdu is sometimes used as a behaviour ‘reward’ activity, but how could you use ‘free build’ opportunit… https://t.co/9nIu0OICaM

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Turn Free Build into Design Challenge. Use Empathy, what would this character/person need in their circumstance? #MinecraftEDU

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @AnIowaTeacher @lynnetelfer I've only just skimmed! #MinecraftEdu & mathematics & fireworks- that's 'the bomb' - need recipes

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Design in creative Turn it to math of a spreedsheet build in survival #Minecraftedu

AnIowaTeacher Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

All right, I have to pick up a daughter from dance practice. From this piece of creeper bait, thank you for all you do! #minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Always good for PBL or allow students to build to demonstrate their understanding of something - amazing builds await! #MinecraftEDU

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

This use of #Minecraftedu is innovative and relevant | It shows how Minecraft can be another tool in the arsenal | https://t.co/rXxUfriwZl

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

This is Brilliant! #Minecraftedu https://t.co/4HLOOuTpAa

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I had student with Autism - great redstone/command block skills - asked class who'd like him on team - 2 girls hands shot up! #MinecraftEDU

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

tbh i think we need less competition and more cooperation in building #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

a4: Any activity on MC is a challenge. I never advoacte MC as a 'time waster'. It is too amazing for that. #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Minecraft is the ultimate digital maker experience IMO #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I let them free build to come up with project ideas #Minecraftedu

matthewbann Oct 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: If it's a "reward", it's not instruction, and MC is too powerful a tool for that. All s's need the chance to create. #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames one of most rewarding moments in my teaching career #minecraftedu it was so authentic - they wanted his skill, he wanted team

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @PBJellyGames That sentence actually concerns me. It seems a bit rude, like he's being used. #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@Mrs_Gozzard @AnIowaTeacher @lynnetelfer likely tomorrow / thurs I can share some. I might run A Free PD Session on it soon #Minecraftedu

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @PBJellyGames I've been "used" in group projects before and it's really not fun. #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@matthewbann MC can be both, its the main tool in my class but I also use different activities as reward like pvp #Minecraftedu

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @PBJellyGames Do these students regularly talk to him, or only when they need him? #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@joakleyiii There is value in just building. It is sort of like fidgeting or going for a walk, sometimes you get an epiphany #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@MGrundel @joakleyiii As a MC builder, I totally agree! #MinecraftEDU

matthewbann Oct 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4: S's can't do permanent damage to a MC world if you have proper mods. Let them deface it - it can be fixed later. #MinecraftEDU

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@coffeechugbooks #Minecraftedu practical and insightful

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: We also provide free build time with a Maker focus, tools like @makeymakey to create #MinecraftEDU controllers https://t.co/VhmpPS83cp

jorganiser Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Got an inclination to create your own #Minecraftedu club or group? Reach out to https://t.co/E6ABuIOIfI and see authentic 21st C learning.

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I think we need to make sure students don't just talk to a particular student when they need them for something. #MinecraftEDU

MrRussoRH Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4: I could see free builds as a way to encourage outside the box thinking about a topic, a place to "try out" thinking too. #Minecraftedu

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Being used REALLY isn't fun, and can actually hurt at times. #MinecraftEDU

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs #Minecraftedu the Validation of one's Skill is often the most confidence building things for young Ss. Amazing Steve!

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@matthewbann Yes, but i have heard stories of kids griefing entire builds, screen casting and sharing video. That is bullying #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PBJellyGames @Mrs_Gozzard @AnIowaTeacher @lynnetelfer Keep me in the loop #Minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@pfm2001_ @PBJellyGames long term project, so it did bring them together - didn't become best friends after but broke the ice #minecraftedu

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@pfm2001_ @PBJellyGames he enjoyed being in a leadership role and they were happy for him to guide the process - worked well #minecraftedu

PBJellyGames - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@matthewbann Matthew are you a Teacher? You certainly know your MC and it's voices like yours that add so much to #Minecraftedu THANKS!

wrenasmir Oct 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

You’re right about going for a walk in Minecraft, we further support too with ‘Crafted Meditation’ #MinecraftEDU… https://t.co/dQCBZW5Ufi

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@joakleyiii There is value in just building. It is sort of like fidgeting or going for a walk, sometimes you get an epiphany #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs @pfm2001_ @PBJellyGames Same experience - worked well with positive results way after the project. #MinecraftEDU

Mrs_Gozzard Oct 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

It's a tool for learning. Arguably essential for some 2 express thinking. Wouldn't take eye glasses away so why take tech #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@joakleyiii @matthewbann ON Minecraft-4-Ts server we use a rollback plugin. Theres another plugin which can reboot a saved map #MInecraftEDU

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q5: How can we prevent students abusing other students within and outside MC? #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

In my class, #MinecraftEDU brought whole class together, by end, all Ss were collaborating and working on cooperative projects

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A4: What was interesting was at first only 3-4 boys used MC, then some more, then some girls. then everyone was playing #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

My best memory is seeing the boy surrounded by people happy to talk to him. He was sitting up straight with a great smile! #MinecraftEDU

joakleyiii Oct 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q5 this happens so often, I had a student speak at Minecon he would talk to anyone on day 1. #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

And it did spark great conversations between unlikely partners who taught each other how to complete components of projects. #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: Have some students who have developed their confidence and skills in speaking in front of others thanks to #Minecraftedu

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: I will find a video, but this one boy sharing his build to class of a Sioux Village and the cheers of “Future YouTuber” #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@pfm2001_ Thanks for raising the question - certainly valid - very important that both parties are valued for contribution #MinecraftEDU

lynnetelfer Oct 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I have a wonderful class now. Thanks everyone! See you soon! #MinecraftEDU

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I think logs should be made of every student's actions, so that if someone is accused of something, the log is there. #MinecraftEDU

heathwild Oct 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: Also students have grown in their willingness to engage socially with others thanks to the opportunities provided by #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5: Most important is to create positive culture and have the discussions around in game etiquette #MinecraftEDU

mr_isaacs Oct 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5: As much as we hope things won't happen, they will. Sometimes there need to be consequences like in game jail :) #MinecraftEDU

MGrundel - Moderator Oct 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

After that, whenever someone shared a screencast in #MinecraftEDU it was followed by “Future YouTuber” cheers. https://t.co/BRuJbBTNNv

pfm2001_ Oct 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@mr_isaacs or mute if they're saying something vulgar? #MinecraftEDU