#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday April 19, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    listened to #wellplayedU last night w/ mowing, #xplap tonight, using minecraft meeting tomorrow, and 2 gamification things Fri!! good week!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Sounds like a great week! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hey everyone! Looking for some good tips to end the year! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Jay from NE, MS science teacher, movies --> inception, LOTR, Hero, Rocky 4 #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi #XPLAP! Jumping in for just a bit tonight. @hmarrs24 & I waiting for @MichaelJaberEDU to arrive at airport for our @SO_EdTechSummit!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Michael Matera World History Teacher Epic Movie Ending: Count of Monty Cristo Must see movie for those who haven’t #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi, KathiSue here, Oregon Online Teacher and retired MS principal/Tech Teacher Movie: Love Story #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Oh, another great epic ending in a movie was the Usual suspects #XPLAP
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Visiting #XPLAP on my phone while sitting in Launch trampoline park hell. (8th gr. SocSt tchr)
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Ouch! Well thanks for stopping by… #XPLAP is better together…
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi ladies... @tishrich @hmarrs24 #XPLAP
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    #XPLAP epic movie ending = 2001 A Space Odyssey
  • MrBaskwill Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Nick Baskwill, Grade 5 NS Canada, Hoosiers :) - "I'll make it" go Jimmy! #xplap
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    HI! Rebecca from Nevada Still thinking about the movie.... #XPLAP
    • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT
      Welcome to #XPLAP Tonights chat is on having an Epic end of the year. To get stated lets introduce ourselves and name a movie w/ epic ending
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Nice one Nick! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Adam. I would say Empire Strikes Back. Or the 6th Sense #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Q1 Coming in a minute on #XPLAP join in the fun now!
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    also, the incredibles, and the martian, remember the titans (I kinda like movies) #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    #xplap Dean 5th grade from MI. Epic movie ending: Die Hard as Bing Crosby sings "Let it snow"
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Stefanie from Illinois, 8th ELA and team lead stopping in for a bit! #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Andrea from WI, Finding Dory #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Agreed… It is really hard as so many movies have great endings… #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1 on #XPLAP is here… Join in the fun and answer now!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hey Stefanie… Thanks for coming to #XPLAP for a bit.
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Nice to see you Andy! #XPLAP
    In reply to @andreakornowski
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Forgot to name my movie! Rogue One #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    #xplap A1. Excitement still builds as each unit has boss battles and they wonder what new cards / items can be earned.
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Adam from SW VA Math 6. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: A couple twists, team challenges and new bosses to defeat #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Add some mini games in to change things up! #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Apr 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: More creative side quests, Easter eggs, twists and turns are the most exciting at the end of a game!! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1. I teach USHist 1, so the year end is when stories can get pulled together to a meaningful conclusion ... that keeps me going #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    a1) keep doing awesome challenges. We're playing with a blowtorch next week! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I liked making new items in the last quarter that really amp up the game and get kids talking… #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Agreed! I love really having it be a bit of a rollercoaster at the end… Really shakes things up. #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: didn't do this year but want to make choose your own adventure style using @flipgrid. Working out logistics. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    I want to come!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • meyerisland Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    @Renard_Teach state testing this week has me going #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Sorry jumping in late, Nick instructional coach from Iowa #xplap
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Leverage Ss voice and have them submit ideas to add to the game. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hey Adam! Glad to have you on #XPLAP tonight.
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    BTW, I don't gamify all year long so I'm way behind the curve of most Ts here on #xplap
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    What would that look like? I thought Flip Grid was just for review. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @flipgrid
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Add a bit of mystery with scratch off badges & surprises. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    come on out, I have a couple groups of two you could join with! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    It does not mater the size or shape of the #gamifciation what matters is the power of engagement that happens. Congrats on joining #XPLAP
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hey Nick! Glad to have you back on #XPLAP
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Surprises abound in the way we review. I want kids to be on their toes with different experiences. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: mini games, build challenges, olympic events #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: I make a secret society that they must discover & keep a secret… The less Ss in the more valued. Love the cloak & dagger of it #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2 coming up in 2 minutes on #XPLAP Come on in and join the fun with us tonight.
  • DiDiCurtis Apr 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1 In the words of Mr. Miyagi, "Don't know. Fust time." #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Q2: Very important to build into our games… Lets use our #XPLAP power to give good answers to this one!
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #XPLAP right now we're in the middle of a live-action Oregon Trail experience. Some characters are already casualties
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Sorry I'm late! Crazy day! Excited for my #xplap crew to pick me up!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Love seeing this! That is already a great start to your #gamified experiences in your class. Congrats #XPLAP
    • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      #XPLAP right now we're in the middle of a live-action Oregon Trail experience. Some characters are already casualties
  • meyerisland Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #xplap A1. 2/2 I'm breaking out the old Survivor challenges to engage kids (no voting tho)
  • burgessdave Apr 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    The #XPLAP crew is about to jump into Q2! Join in! #tlap #playLAP #LearnLAP #gamification #gbl
  • rlmiller137 Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #XPLAP #CollaborativePD #fledchat feel like double dipping? Join us for #FearlessEdChat in 15 minutes!!
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Double points week or past quests for 1/2 xps #xplap
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: A reset to zero button for everyone (with a warning at the beginning of the year that it will happen) #XPLAP
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2. Ss and Ts must be clear that learning is the top priority, not the points...right? #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Roll for a multiplier. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: we have teams and all the class is working on a common goal to close the Orc's portal, so all Ss are still in it #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: These are important to balance out a game. I have a few ways I do this. 1st: I have some items that add levels to the players P1 #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: like the shortcuts in Candyland , there could be special S options to help them earn a boost #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Roll a die for a multiplier. #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: It's about making progress, are you doing more quests or gaining more XP than last quarter, Celebrate!!!! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: P2 Second, I have some items that can only be used on the lead house. This way it can only hold back that first group… #XPLAP
  • jklcassidy Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #xplap I do a random number generator at the end and whoever is in that numbered spot- gets candy. Keeps kids motivated and playing.
    In reply to @mrmatera, @burgessdave
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    a2) points are increasing due to difficulty level at this point. I need to get some items that can increase points for next year #xplap
  • meyerisland Apr 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    #xplap a2. cheat codes hidden in random text in my room. Incentivizes reading
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 you mean something...like this? #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Rogue the Astronaut snuck in our class at night and hid items for the kids to find. Got kids excited who aren't normally #XPlap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I've been wanting to incorporate this! I've done Big Brother type games yet not Survivor. Can you give details? #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • KatieJMcNamara Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 game boosters can also be morale boosters..literally.Team up high and low scorers for project:split points 2 parts low 1 part high #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: I told bottom 2 teams that they would earn xtra $2000 if they came in top 2 slots in upcoming challenge. 1 did...was awesome! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Part 3: Have several items that add XP to quests. Fav is the scriptorium - Each scroll have in Scriptorium earns 10% bonus XP #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2:Cont'd can you pass 5 people that are in front of you in the leaderboard, add pick up quests that only the Ss at the bottom can do #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Would love to see this fun projects. Sounds amazing!!! #xplap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @flipgrid
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Love the idea of students creating the games! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @G4C
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Love this idea! Especially if it rewards making connections to past topics/units/concepts #xplap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    That is totally an epic moment in your game… This kind of thing just doesn’t happen without #Gamified classroom. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Great idea… Something we all should think about adding to our games… #XPLAP
    • KatieJMcNamara Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      A2 game boosters can also be morale boosters..literally.Team up high and low scorers for project:split points 2 parts low 1 part high #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Love the idea of rank only quests… I think I will add this to my game next year… or maybe I mean next week ;) #XPLAP
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Shout out to @msvfromtrsd and the GP crew for helping me with this idea! #xplap #bettertogether
    • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      A2: I told bottom 2 teams that they would earn xtra $2000 if they came in top 2 slots in upcoming challenge. 1 did...was awesome! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3 on its way! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Q3: Adding a dash of special makes the whole world go… #XPLAP does too!
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Ss created challenges or BreakoutEDU games, Ss generated research for clues around building, scavenger hunts. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Love this Stefanie!! last week I added a warp zone like in the game trouble. Ss caught up real quick #xplap
    • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      A2: like the shortcuts in Candyland , there could be special S options to help them earn a boost #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: Final Challenge that brings in former Ss as judges! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Loved making Playing Politics III elective in 4th quarter a 60 person mega simulation involving all 4 middle school grades. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Ss have been looking forward to this course for awhile! Here is the intro video to Playing Politics III https://t.co/bVGpGHHTOE #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    YES! Scavenger Hunt and Breakouts will bring home the Test Prep. Love it. #xplap
    In reply to @andreakornowski
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    a3) Thinking of having students create some aspect of the game. Maybe they create a kahoot and challenge me to beat them! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    a3) also my other class will be destroying the Earth soon #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: I would love to do an Amazing Race activity outside. #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    I even had Ss that created their own escape rooms! Learning at all levels!... Mind blown! #xplap
    In reply to @andreakornowski
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: This challenge was Epic for my class,for every question right in the review, the closer they got to flick the football #XPLAP
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3 Add memorable experience to end of yr celebration by taking #XPLAP challenges outdoors, have Ss create 1st challenges for next yr's Ss
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 Planning to try that survival idea from #wellplayEDU with my kids in the run up to state testing. Going to spring it on them cold. #xplap
  • flipping_A_tchr Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Wow. #xplap is quite an exciting hashtag!
    • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      a3) also my other class will be destroying the Earth soon #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    So true Brian! It is good to remember that a change in location can also be a mind shift for all students… #XPLAP
    In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: Have Ss and teacher create a dish & get outside judges to see if they can beat the Teacher! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Love it and think this should happen next week. #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I thought this sounded cool too! Kinda did something similar earlier that the Ss really liked. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • jklcassidy Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #startrightnow #modelyourvalues #tlap #leadlap #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4 coming in 2 minutes… You guys r rocking it tonight. Love all the ideas and the back & forth comments… Builds a positive community #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I will keep you posted! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    haha, theme is an asteroid hits Earth and destroys it. Ss have to survive the trip and life on another planet using physical science #xplap
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I've been wanting to try this too! #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Andrew you will look at EVERYTHING in a whole new way!! #xplap
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT… Promotion is key! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Thanks… Would love for U to check out https://t.co/6zzWNxkne9 and https://t.co/4BYBzdix6y for more #gamificaiton ideas and power ups #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: The hook could be a Skype chat with a person connected to the topic. #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: scavenger hunts can lead to QR codes where mystery guests talk to Ss, uncover clues to get to the next one #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: Use Ts & other Ss as judges. Also cafeteria chef & staff as well. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    a4)invited the rest of the school to watch the egg drop, next year they will be invited to watch rocket launch and another challenge. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Sometimes ask Ss to find others (Ts or Ss) to share insight via video or audio text as a special guest or expert in the challenge #xplap
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4 Cont: Record current Ss to use in next years videos. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Yes, even have teachers or community members hand out the next clue to the scavenger hunts #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A3 I'm working on building a Tale Blazer based Aug Reality review game. I describe it as a open world video game mission system. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: I love making backgrounds for my projector that makes them proud of the courses they take… Example: Playing Politics III #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 We could challenge another math class to a battle of wits. #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Have to run! Always love a good #XPLAP chat!
  • lancegomes Apr 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    #XPLAP a2: post season/ tournament play. Prev points for seeding, but it is a new season, anyone can be champs!
  • MrBaskwill Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: I love using movies, pictures and music to draw in the Ss #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: Had an inventor from IBM do GHO with my class as they were designing a game out of 5 materials #xplap
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4 social media is always an option. The kids like this new SnapChat thing... #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Q5 In 2 minutes… This chat is flying by… Filled with so many ideas that I want to build into my game. Thanks guys for sharing. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4; Promo videos are a great way to build excitement for your course or activity… #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    a4) I'd love to have intro/exit videos, but I haven't had time to make them as awesome as I'd like! OOh, maybe another sidequest! #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I love this idea! Makes me think that I could challenge a class to a grammar battle! #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • lancegomes Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #XPLAP a2.b: post season w. Competitive divisions & possible division promotion. Post season w. a 'redraft'. (I'll have to try that, now!)
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    They are fun to make but they do take time… #XPLAP
    • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      a4) I'd love to have intro/exit videos, but I haven't had time to make them as awesome as I'd like! OOh, maybe another sidequest! #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: Share what teachers are up to on their PD days (gamified PD) https://t.co/QvrXSisi4J #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Q5: Great job tonight guys and wondering what you do for your hardworking #XPLAP students at the end of your game…
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I think it shall be a summer project of mine (like I have free time in the summer either). #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    so true… #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Just thought of my movie with an epic ending- The Sound of Music! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Kahoot against another school? My students love the ghost option if you can't make it work at the same time as another group. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • hmarrs24 Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: I haven't planned that far ahead yet! Can't wait to hear what others are doing! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A6: I’d like to have chef coats, aprons and hats to give out! #xplap
  • rlmiller137 Apr 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #FearlessEdChat is starting to heat up! Join us!!! #XPLAP #fledchat #CollaborativePD #edchat #edtechchat
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Just curious. I have an audio based game that runs all year...ideas for 'trailers' or interest grabbers I can send out for next year? #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: I finish my game with an end of the year with a day of honor… I talk through all that they did as teams and individuals #XPLAP PRIDE!
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: I'm creating a Michelin wall for Ss who reach MasterChef status 3X in a semester. They also will get a personalized apron. #Xplap
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I would celebrate the end by asking each student what was the most important thing that they learned. (any response) #XPLAP
    • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT
      Q5: Great job tonight guys and wondering what you do for your hardworking #XPLAP students at the end of your game…
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: Those were their team costumes lol around a playoff weekend. We shared that in the video announcements for Ss to see. #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    That is a great idea and one I will have to do this year too… I always like self-reflection by my students. #XPLAP
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: My Ss breakout of the game by stopping the countdown timer that signifies the end of the World of Factions. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: Thinking next year about making each quarter a mini-win point… #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: Team green screen photos and media club (video announcement- school wide recognition) #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Just make sure the deserving Wookiees get a medal too! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Cool idea and really works on many levels. Way to construct such a meaningful metaphor! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Love it Adam! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Make a slide show of all pictures from the semester #xplap
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A colleague of mine has a medal ceremony. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q6 Coming in 2 minutes on #XPLAP… Sad that the chat is happing so fast… Learning so much!
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5: We celebrate with end of the year statistics and a video like this one: https://t.co/pzFnM3eWwf #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    a5) I will have a self reflection activity, maybe an announcement at school assembly, I will have a prize for the winner #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Great idea Wendy #XPLAP
    • kiddielitprof Apr 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT
      Take them on a coffee shop field trip. ☕️😊👍🏼
      In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Love this! #xplap
    • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT
      A5: Make a slide show of all pictures from the semester #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 I might do voted honors. Not sure yet though. Superlative style. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Awesome way to end and great video… Nice work Nick! #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: In grammar bootcamp Ss earned stars along the way but the final fit test was a celebration of skill! #xplap
  • teresagross625 Apr 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    We did that as teachers. Team building. Hilarious! #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Q6: Our legacy is our deeds…. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6 It is always important to think about how your Ss have grown as individuals and as a group. It helps honor them and their work #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: By providing them opportunities to lead, whether it is in the classroom, school community, or designing the learning. #XPLAP
  • teresagross625 Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    @tishrich I REALLY wish I understand Gamification better! This all sounds so cool! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    a6) Having Ss design something to go in next years game. Something story related, challenge related, item, etc. Will give them credit #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: I always have Ss write a letter to themselves in the future and another one to next year's third graders. It's their legacy! #xplap
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: Their legacy could be the games they created that they leave for the next class of students to play. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6 my final semester project is about making something that is public. Needs to extend beyod my walls. Some have really made a mark #xplap
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: It would be fun to create a # for Ss to continue to tweet their future food creations to share with next classes. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    I like this Heather… Thanks for sharing this one with us… It would make a good advising activity at my school with my kiddos. #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    a5) was thinking of making them individual letters about how awesome they are, but not sure if I can get them done in time. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I've been thinking about having Ss make fake ads for my fictional world. Add to the sense of wonder, playfulness, free explore #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: Legacy will be archived on my website and video to sum up the year https://t.co/JcC06bWqNj #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I had my homeroom write how to be successful last year. I still have them and might give them back at graduation.#XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @hmarrs24
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 starting something this year where I take pictures of the classes and give them Legacy names and leave it up portrait style #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6:At the start of each yr Ss bring in an item that represents them. At the end, I take them down to symbolize their legacy #xplap
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Would short videos be faster than writing? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mrnewell83 Apr 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Oh no! I missed #XPLAP chat! I even set an 🚨 but I will go back and read all the awesome answers tonight. #TLAP #kidsdeserveit
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Maybe, but I look stupid on videos and we get worried about technology around these parts :) #xplap
    In reply to @andreakornowski
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    We missed you though. #xplap
    In reply to @mrnewell83
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Loving all of these ideas on #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Q7: Last #XPLAP question tonight. You guys rocked it! Thanks for all those who joined in the fun!
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    The trailer idea is my new favorite thing #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: I am always building new things in my game. Adding, reinventing, and building anew. Reflection is important in order to improve #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Apr 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: A good end of year reelection for me involves writing down things that I want to remember for next year. #XPLAP
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: Always asking our learners for feedback and incorporating it into next experiences. #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7 My school gives the Ss a survey on teachers at this time. Through this I truly get a sense of my strengths and weaknesses! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    a7) I try to keep notes about the activities as I go so that I can fix problems for next year. Thinking blogging next yr instead #xplap
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: I’ve kept a list of ideas and will reflect on those to begin planing for next year. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Hey #XPLAP community… Want to hear even more about #Gamification then connect on https://t.co/4BYBzd0VHY my newest podcast. #Tlap #gbl
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7 i have a state test 2 weeks before end of year. Always hold a class debrief on likes/suggestions next day... useful feedback #xplap
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7: Blogging and I am way behind. #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7 I have a tremendous laundry list of things to do to get ready for next year. Started working with gaming in January. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7: It is a great time to try out of the box ideas and experiment. So you can reflect and maybe use for next year #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    a7) have a google form I'm working on for getting Ss feedback. #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Apr 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Very worth a listen!! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone for joining in the fun tonight on #XPLAP It is such a wonderful community and I am proud to work along side all of you.
  • MrPowley Apr 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7 I've also taken up blogging this year. Looong back at my posts has been interesting. Planning on publically reflecting there soon #xplap
  • andreakornowski Apr 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Definitely looking for ways to maintain the excitement in the PD that we experienced in Jan. #XPLAP