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tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #XPlap book study Ch 5!! So excited to chat with you all! Please introduce yourself and share a personal hero in your life.

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:00 PM EST

For this discussion we will use the standard Q1 A1 format. This chat will be storified at the end & posted to https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:00 PM EST

Don't have #XPLAP yet? We are just going chapter by chapter. Pick up a copy at Amazon and join in the fun!

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

Getting started with @tishrich and #XPLAP for a great hour of community building and leveling up my #PLN! Come join! https://t.co/59rHrejIbG

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #XPlap book study Ch 5!! So excited to chat with you all! Please introduce yourself and share a personal hero in your life.

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

Tisha Richmond, HS Culinary Arts, OR My dad is one of my heroes. He taught with incredible passion and left an amazing legacy. #XPlap

Ryan7Read Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

The new set of #perlerbeads achievement badges. #coding #xplap #gamification https://t.co/VFxcO1PECV

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

Nick Baskwill NS Canada, Grade 5 teacher #xplap

Ryan7Read Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

The new set of #perlerbeads achievement badges. #coding #xplap #gamification https://t.co/JCDIM5e481 https://t.co/TqQJn0KX3i

burgessdave Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

I'm Dave Burgess from San Diego. So excited at how #XPLAP is taking off! A personal hero would be John Wooden. Worked for him for 3 summers

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hello #XPlap I'm Stefanie from Peoria, IL and I teach 2nd grade. My personal hero is my mom! (I know cheesy) but it's the truth :)

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi! Tracy HS Science in Montreal. Hmm thinking about the hero ......#XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:02 PM EST

#XPLAP Hi, Carrie from Pflugerville, TX 6th grade SS teacher & dpt. chair. Hero: my grandfather. Served our country & was a family man.

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:03 PM EST

Michael Matera, MS World History teacher. A personal hero of mine would be my father. He guided with a gentle hand, and yet pushed us #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:03 PM EST

@MrBaskwill Nick great to have you back tonight on #XPLAP

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Jay Hentzen, MS Science, hero was my students last year for surviving my first year of teaching #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

@burgessdave Dave, glad to have you on #XPLAP

burgessdave Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hey #XPLAP! Have you read my new post on Explore Like a PIRATE? The Attention Span Myth: https://t.co/RLUhwjnFJQ #tlap #gamification #gbl

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

NC, science and social studies 6th grade. Mother taught for 30 years in k-8 every subject every age and every ability. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Q1 will be coming up in about 2 minutes! #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

Nick instructional coach from Iowa Hero of mine would be my parents. They always inspired me to never give up #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:04 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer Stefanie, that is not cheesy, parents are and amazing role and some really live up to it! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

@TracyZordan <——— This girl is rocking #XPLAP trivia… What is your secret?

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

Thanks @mrmatera! Always happy to be a part of #xplap!

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

This is Rishi from MKE. I will be in and out today. Getting the kids ready for bed and I'm behind. My hero is Bruce Lee. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

@carrieokieking Hi Carrie, thanks for joining in the fun tonight on #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:05 PM EST

If I tell you, then..... #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

Here’s Q1!!! #XPlap https://t.co/5WbenfekNg

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

@ReadScience15 I think your mother is my new hero! Never met her but she is now an urban legend for me. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

@mrmatera Probably has something to do with being an "Achiever" ;) #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

@mrmatera wouldn't miss it. Glad my teammate is here for the fun too. @hollyhuval #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:06 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Super excited to have the creator of World of Factions here with us tonight! Sounds cool because it is! #XPLAP at its finest!

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: I try to find out about their lives outside school and make a community feeling in the room where they can be themselves #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

@mrmatera she doesn't use Twitter but when she moves back to NC I'll get her to join us at #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1. At the start of the year, my Ss wrote me a letter of introduction telling me about themselves and how they learn #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: Create team learning opportunities and watch Ss interact. Allows you to see the Ss personalities emerge. #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Ss create imovie trailers introducing their team and team name to class to launch our Masterchef comp. Personalities shine! #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

a1) had them take a personality quiz thing #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: lots and lots of grouping/group activities. Ss share good things each day. Learn a lot from that. #XPLAP

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

a1) also just talking with them #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: I make sure when building my units and lessons I look at the four player types… It is crazy the cool ideas you can come up with! #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Observing & on the 1st day getting them to list 10 Goals for the year & list something that most people don't know about them. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

Powerful idea! Wonder what my 6th graders would write. #XPLAP https://t.co/0ZWZQApdSX

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1. At the start of the year, my Ss wrote me a letter of introduction telling me about themselves and how they learn #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

Adam Moreno - seminary student, former MS teacher - Philadelphia, PA. One of my heroes Mr. Rogers! #XPlap https://t.co/7AphiSMPNl

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: Create an avatar to represent themselves. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

Q1: I give my Ss a list products they would like to create Each list involves a different mode of learning #xplap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1. I also do check ins with simple and creative questions. Last week, we did a Kahoot where Ss shared interesting facts about them #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Then I surprise them on the last day by returning their golas list - good laughs #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

Hey #XPlap...Jumping in late. Lisa, Rescue Union SD (Northern Ca) Lots of opportunities to be fun and vulnerable and courageous at the beg

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

@TracyZordan Cool idea to have a top ten goal list for the year. Do you have students refer to it throughout? Do you refer to it? #XPLAP

hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 Plan for team building activities which allows me to observe and understand students better #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q2 coming at ya in 2 minutes! #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1A I also send home a questionnaire to the parents so they can tell me a little it about their child #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

@hollyhuval Love team building challenges throughout the year. I think it is important that Ts do this more than just the beginning #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: We talk about showing how big our brave is! We write a fear or worry and then "let it go"! #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:11 PM EST

@mrmatera I have thought about revisiting it 1/2 way through the yr. #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Theatre has a way of revealing who you are...I love that about the arts! Seeing Ss rehearse & perform tells me a lot about them! #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:12 PM EST

@mrmatera Thanks Michael, wouldn't miss it #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Here’s Q2!!! #XPlap https://t.co/wtETDv3iPT

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

Would love to see what you guys come up with next week if you focused on just one of the player types. Cool challenge. Report back #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2 Amazing Food Truck Race where Ss create food truck name/concept & race across the US to learn regional cuisine. #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2 Masterchef competition.. Ss on quest to become "masterchef" as they learn the art of baking and pastry #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

@tishrich love this one! #XPLAP

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2) planning on trying colonize a new planet in physical science next year. #xplap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

#XPlap Just got home, can't miss my fav. chat

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:14 PM EST

@MrHentzen Cool! #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

@carrieokieking Group work reveals a lot about a Ss ability to communicate & adapt. Lead & follow. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

@MrHentzen Love, love, love this idea. There is so many cool things you could do with that… My mind is spinning. #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

My Hero too, reading his biography now! #XPlap https://t.co/QjRpHuuC2p

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:09 PM EST

Adam Moreno - seminary student, former MS teacher - Philadelphia, PA. One of my heroes Mr. Rogers! #XPlap https://t.co/7AphiSMPNl

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

@ronaldfisher YEAH! Happy to have you here on #XPLAP

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2. We do a Developing Nations Simulation h/t to @easonjos. Ss develop identity and responsible for negotiating their own future. #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: We do "Set the World on Fire" projects that let Ss take on their passions #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Ss must build a space society inside ecosphere. HW= farming upgrades. Other classes compete for resources. #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Last wk, Ss had to imagine they were Mansa Musa and create a cell phone from the past. Ss loved it! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Promo video for Masterchef launch #XPlap https://t.co/onks6ksfaM

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

a2) this year I told them the world was ending and we needed to find the new planet in Earth science. #xplap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

Everyone's picking great heroes, I would have loved to sit at the knees of John Wooden and learn! #XPlap https://t.co/58ChX4bmHp

burgessdave Feb 10 @ 8:01 PM EST

I'm Dave Burgess from San Diego. So excited at how #XPLAP is taking off! A personal hero would be John Wooden. Worked for him for 3 summers

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2:Ss are on a quest 2 becoming the Governors of the World Factions and along the way they overcoming obstacles and developing skills #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A look inside the next Masterchef! Oh wait… This is just a pimped out #XPLAP and #TLAP infused class! WOW! Great Job https://t.co/zO8jqGTg0O

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Promo video for Masterchef launch #XPlap https://t.co/onks6ksfaM

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

@MrHentzen Love the idea that you tee it up for next year. #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Create an avatar & story behind it to reinforce their superpower... I might be 'Rocky-builds a rock solid lesson' #XPlap

hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2 Ss became detectives to use their inference skills to solve a murder mystery #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3 coming in 2 minutes! #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

My kids, I have 4, 3 Sons and a daughter - they are my heroes! #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Theme helps create epic moments. Shared story = share experiences which = powerfully memorable. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

Here’s Q3!!! #XPlap https://t.co/S6X1teCMgI

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 I design the entire year of world lit through thematic stages of the hero's journey. Ss become the heroes as they learn #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2:Start with images! What pictures do Ss connect with? What language do they use in conversations? What do they doodle in notebooks? #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:20 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME Brian, that rules… would love to grab a coffee over that one! Thanks! #XPLAP

danieldmccabe Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

Tools to promote student success: smile greet laugh help reassure give space listen understand show them the way #edchat #XPlap

andyvasily Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

@tishrich @burgessdave A1. It's all based upon relationships, understanding introverted and extraverted tendencies and investing time #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3 Ss cook in teams. Ask ques, encourage problem solving. Discuss finished product with them helps them internalize learning. #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: I collect their writing. After working on a particular skill set, I allow them to pick the 1 they want me to formally grade. #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MrBaskwill What do Ss do if they have yet to discover their passion? #XPlap

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: Very new to all of this. Have a theme but now to go to the next level! #XPlap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: I allow retakes of test during social time and lunch. Optional and gives me more work-- other teachers say I'm crazy but Ss learn #xplap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

And a shout out to some of my professors Pete Mathesius, Hilda Fronske, and M. Wilson - they taught passionately #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

@carrieokieking That is awesome! thanks for that idea. #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME Brian tell me more, love this idea #xplap

andyvasily Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

@tishrich @burgessdave A1. Great study out of Harvard Grad School of Ed emphasizing relationships matter https://t.co/g5PPsYLffP #XPlap

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:22 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 that has actually never come up! They have the option to partner up or be in a group, which can help #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

@StefaniePitzer We are all here to help. That is what #XPLAP chat and community is for.

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

a3) we had a large paper project last semester that students could turn in as many times as they wanted until they did their best. #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3b: impossible to fail quizzes online I have always wanted to try but lack the technology at my school and in student homes. #xplap

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

A3: Use my blog for flipped classroom assignments. Ss comment w/ reflection then I reply with guiding questions/support #XPlap

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 10 @ 8:23 PM EST

@mrmatera Would love to pick your brain on #gamification of several units. Dante's Inferno would be awesome #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Get Ss to reflect to see where they made mistakes & where they can improve. #XPLAP

leighmragsdale Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Students must be in a "risk-taking" environment that is created by the teacher. Failure leads to greatness! #XPlap

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

@TracyZordan I love seeing their reflections grow throughout the year! #XPlap

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Actionable feedback positively affects Ss achievement. GClassroom allows easy access, convo, models, video tutorials, revisions #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: Achievement is not about a comparison to anyone but yourself. Be a better version of yourself at the end of every class! #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3) want to get quizzes that students can take repeatedly with questions pulled from a bank until mastery, not sure how yet #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Get ready...Q4 coming in 2 minutes! #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3. This is my developing skill. On assesments, I write what the student does well and ask questions that help improve a skill. #XPlap

leighmragsdale Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

Leigh here from southeast Missouri. HS Assistant Principal, life long learner, & educational warrior for all kids! #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Hey you can even have some theme music ... lol #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 YES! Love it #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: this year I have switched to #SBG and it has upped my feedback to Ss at the same time has opened a whole new world for game items #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 a little late, a theme fills in the gaps and unites the class into a whole #XPlap

andyvasily Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME A2. Wicked podcast on a 'Heroes Journey'. Great for students! https://t.co/ZuGL1H5HeJ #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: Feedback needs to be specific to the objective and it must feed forward and be timely #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

@andyvasily @RESP3CTtheGAME thanks for the share! #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3(cont): plus attitude. Must create culture that iterations are the norm #XPlap

leighmragsdale Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Students should be assessed constantly. It doesn't have to be paper/pencil. Know what your students are learning at ALL times #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3. I also started requiring revisions but not for a grade but to improve writing skills. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

Here’s Q4! #XPlap https://t.co/shYvm1zhIv

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

Love #SBG. Tried it last year and have refined it this year! Complete game changer! #XPLAP https://t.co/AMEj4q9sx2

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: this year I have switched to #SBG and it has upped my feedback to Ss at the same time has opened a whole new world for game items #XPLAP

LauraHeather Feb 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: we practice, practice, practice! I pull s's one on one who need a boost to practice on mini white boards! #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4 My class is all about teams....they work in teams daily to create. So much learning happens in a collaborative environment. #XPlap

leighmragsdale Feb 10 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: Question Ss while you are encouraging them & their strengths. Promote them to be inquisitive & innovative. Always taking risks #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: I teach 6th grade, I’m trying to teach Ss to put as much effort in the 1st round as possible. Hand in good, rework to make great #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

@carrieokieking Love to chat with you… Need all the help I can get. Not sure if I am doing it right. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: My feedback is using the language of PDL and the hope is the Ss use the same language in their peer feedback #XPlap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4: peer accountability. Badges that can only be earned if whole group does something. Also guild banners are a huge hit!! #xplap

aaszat Feb 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

#XPlap sometimes I have my students work in teams on @nearpod @GetKahoot or @quizizz

LauraHeather Feb 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4: my kids first do their math work in teams before trying it individually...they teach each other if someone needs help #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

@ReadScience15 yesterday creating a add & subtrct quiz I realized that if the Ss used URL to type in ?s they would get answers #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:29 PM EST

@ReadScience15 I love both of these ideas! #XPLAP for the win. Nice job Read.

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: LOTS of sm group purposeful talk! Work in teams too & teams of diff sizes. I often tell Ss that we don't leave a man behind! #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME @mrmatera How would you get out? pun intended #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: I love watching different cooking shows and then build in those team elements in class. #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: This is what it is about - learning to work in a 21st century classroom! Collab top on the list. Every lesson/unit incl somehow #XPlap

hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4) Ss work in teams to play Amazing Race. Makes them have to discuss and come up with the same answer before moving on. #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: Started the yr w randomly made teams for marshmallow challenge. Used Explain Everything to show thought process & share. #XPLAP

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: One thing #xplap helped me reflect on- I don't give a lot of time for collaboration. I need to fix this. (PS Sorry so late! Joy from IL)

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: we use google docs and many projects that use groups and pairs. Some Ss picked some T picked #xplap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

Jumping in late to #xplap excited to talk #gamificiation with awesome pirates

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: It's important to mix up teams - emphasize the importance of effectively following and not always the role of leading. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

Right now, guilds are working on a pickup quest (optional group quest) that has them working online together. Building tech skills #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Glad to have you back on #XPLAP you always add to the convo. Thanks!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: I use accountable talk for collaboration. I have made a bookmark for them to use when they are in guilds #XPlap

McGough3R Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

So what is #XPLAP ?

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

You are all AMAZING! Q5 coming in 2!! #XPlap

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

Love the Marshmallow Challenge - great idea to incorporate Explain Everything! #XPlap https://t.co/nwONxQDs1f

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: Started the yr w randomly made teams for marshmallow challenge. Used Explain Everything to show thought process & share. #XPLAP

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4. I balance collaborarion with S choice. I am sensitive to the needs of my introverted students. @susancain #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

I created an Amazing Race for To Kill a Mockingbird that had Ss running around school https://t.co/mIoPOMv1Nn #xplap https://t.co/H1jkglq5Zo

hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4) Ss work in teams to play Amazing Race. Makes them have to discuss and come up with the same answer before moving on. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST

@JoyKirr JOY! so glad to have you here tonight! Again, thanks for the blog post yesterday. Sharing out #XPLAP helps get other Ts on board!

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

Had this same conversation with a Ss last week. She loves to lead! #xplap https://t.co/JxRF6VqTDm

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: It's important to mix up teams - emphasize the importance of effectively following and not always the role of leading. #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: Sometimes make random teams, like for Jeopardy team review - all in it together. Sometimes let them choose groups. #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

Sounds Amazing! #XPlap https://t.co/Sk5Iin1z9Z

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:32 PM EST
I created an Amazing Race for To Kill a Mockingbird that had Ss running around school https://t.co/mIoPOMv1Nn #xplap https://t.co/H1jkglq5Zo
- hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:30 PM EST
  
  A4) Ss work in teams to play Amazing Race. Makes them have to discuss and come up with the same answer before moving on. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

@McGough3R #XPLAP is the hashtag for my new book called Explore Like a Pirate: https://t.co/Tsw7O62uSg All about #gamification in EDU

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

@mrmatera And sharing helps us all help each other - I'm going to NEED it! ;) #xplap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Can you say more about the marshmallow challenge - is this the spaghetti and marshmallow tower #STEM activity? #XPlap

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4: we are in the middle of a team project to build a boat to float a brick for our Egyptian Pyramid #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

Here’s Q5!!! #XPlap https://t.co/3KYJrLxCno

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Thanks! It was fun - also got to introduce some visual literacy ideas. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A5 Food truck race has created tight bonds. Ss create and problem solve together daily...their trust and friendship grows. #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4 They want to work with friends I require them to work with team, so they can be friends #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

Yes, depends on the activity and events whether making random teams or selective #XPlap https://t.co/XJmVYoFHbO

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: Sometimes make random teams, like for Jeopardy team review - all in it together. Sometimes let them choose groups. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Yes #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5: My fav was when my student Jack said his guild just makes him feel part of something bigger. He feels that his actions matter. #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

@mrmatera In a world of re-do's & extra credit, Ss often turn in poor quality knowing they'll be able to "try again" or make it up! #XPlap

StefaniePitzer Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5: I'm piloting 1:1 w/ Chromebooks & we just used @GetKahoot for the first time this week! Power of the leader board was eye opening #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5: Teaming has allowed 1 of my Ss w/ autism feel accepted. His teammates have taken him under their wings. #xplap #notleavingamanbehind

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:35 PM EST

A5: Competition has Ss cheering each other on and going for best interests of the group #xplap

LauraHeather Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: just started math races in teams and kids LOVE it, but the disappointment of the "non-winners" can be tricky #XPLAP

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

Yes! https://t.co/dIlAkG7GnS Used it in comp sci for problem solving process #XPlap https://t.co/KCvjVca82Q

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:34 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Can you say more about the marshmallow challenge - is this the spaghetti and marshmallow tower #STEM activity? #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

@TracyZordan I need a follow up challenge. The marshmallow ch. brought them together, need a follow up. Ideas?? #XPlap

MsMoriartyELA Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

#Kingarthur #Starwars #herosjourney #XPlap #NPR thanks @andyvasily https://t.co/IllgGTgw4C

andyvasily Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME A2. Wicked podcast on a 'Heroes Journey'. Great for students! https://t.co/ZuGL1H5HeJ #XPLAP

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

A5: a guild banded together and spent all their currency to purge points from the one team ahead of them. Costly but successful :) #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: @classcraftgame teams allow Ss 2bond & work 2gether to do awesome things. My Ss wrote collaborative rubrics & results were Super #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 I have found that to be a concern too. #XPLAP @mrmatera

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

@LauraHeather That is a great teachable moment… Love how games teach us that their will be one winner. Need to learn from their win! #XPLAP

estefaniap44i Feb 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

RT #Kingarthur #Starwars #herosjourney #XPlap #NPR thanks andyvasily https://t.co/Cpo35FP9ra

andyvasily Feb 10 @ 8:26 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME A2. Wicked podcast on a 'Heroes Journey'. Great for students! https://t.co/ZuGL1H5HeJ #XPLAP

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

@TracyZordan @abmoreno1981 @mrmatera any suggestions for how to combat it #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:37 PM EST

@ronaldfisher I tell them that they don't have to be friends, but they do have to learn to work together. I call it, LIFE! #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

@ronaldfisher Yes, my MS Ss tend to want to work with friends but often break up so everyone included - Often we have 2 work w/others #XPlap

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

Working on problem-solving, I used How Strong Is Your Box https://t.co/buWUVPAvp7 #XPlap https://t.co/7u1CtVAh9c

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

@TracyZordan I need a follow up challenge. The marshmallow ch. brought them together, need a follow up. Ideas?? #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: Had a student join late to my class and their Guild loved that they were getting another Ss to help them to reach their goal #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

@lydiakirkman @TracyZordan @abmoreno1981 Here is where talking about Purpose Driven Learning with your students and aim them helps. #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5 @alfiekohn talks about healthy competition. We do need to have those bonds that are developed when groups work together. #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

@ronaldfisher I've also done one with paper columns & how many books can they hold. It gets a little crazy! #XPLAP

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5. Not a big fan of competition. Ss have to be able to work with anyone. I build trust among the group without it. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

Love learning from you all! Q6 coming in 2 minutes! #XPlap

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

@TracyZordan @ronaldfisher sounds like a good one. Any specifics? #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

@andyvasily @RESP3CTtheGAME This is super, thanks for sharing I use Hero's Journey for teaching dystopian texts & reference #StarWars #XPlap

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 10 @ 8:39 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Ss start their gr11 journey w separation from ordinary world, face trials/challenges, transform, return w knowledge #xplap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

@LisaGuardino you said it better. I encourage problem solving and team work without competition. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

@mke_rishi Competition does not always have to be S against S… You can have it be player vs game for example. Can be powerful tool. #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

@lydiakirkman @TracyZordan @mrmatera I don't give extra credit. In the "game," I can simply not offer points for poor quality. #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

Using @khanacademy to help spur the XP Leaderboard in my classroom 10,000 points earns a candybar #XPlap

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Best example was well-developed writing grps (for revision, etc). They LOVED all year. Stood outside w/ grp, begged to revise #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Here’s Q6! #XPlap https://t.co/KOizNHo0iU

LauraHeather Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

@mke_rishi I get that. I was reluctant to use it too because of hurt feelings but man are kids engaged if they think they can win! #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 I tell them tit is temporary! Also in life we have to learn to work with people that we don't have to like. #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

@mrmatera @lydiakirkman @TracyZordan Oh yeah...that too! Purpose Drive Learning really helps conversations with Ss & parents! #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

@ReadScience15 that is what I do. Problem solving and working towards a common goal. Trying to replicate how I work in my job. #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Don't know that -will have to look into it. #XPLAP

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

@mrmatera Agreed. A balance is important to reach all learners. #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

Here are some follow up ones i've done w/Ss - have you done the Save Fred Challenge? https://t.co/eBJA5pmI67 #XPlap https://t.co/UxfRw23shy

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:36 PM EST

@TracyZordan I need a follow up challenge. The marshmallow ch. brought them together, need a follow up. Ideas?? #XPlap

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

A6: @breakoutEDU has a new homework challenge, we also put in lots of little challenges with @classcraftgame rewards #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:42 PM EST

A6: I post new Bakery Missions each week on Google Classroom for varying levels of XP. Also have chopped challenges, cupcake wars..#XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

A6: I used the Marshmallow challenge and played the TED talk afterwards…. POWERFUL discussion. https://t.co/8Urmh2IV1H #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:43 PM EST

Loving the lego hero theme w/images tonight for #XPlap https://t.co/omaQwcxqB6

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:41 PM EST

Here’s Q6! #XPlap https://t.co/KOizNHo0iU

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

Challenge students to complete all homework for every class for whole week. Get your team8s involved in gamification too! #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

@lydiakirkman 5 pieces of paper, certain length of tape, can't cut the paper. Indiv make designs & then group decides #XPLAP @ronaldfisher

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 @lydiakirkman @TracyZordan @mrmatera Im with you there is no extra credit - game points unlock privileges #XPLAP grades = #SBL

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

@TeachingFactor I love LEGOS… I always incorporate them in just about everything I make. Sorry to those that don’t like them. #XPLAP

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6: I think it would be fun to have "secret" quests... where students surprise us DURING class w/announcements or quick speeches. #xplap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6: As a Drama teacher, I literally shine a spotlight on them! And yell..."Perform, you little rugrats, PERFORM!!" #XPlap

tz7432 Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

#xPlap I am using KaHoot for formative assessments. Ss love trying to have the highest score. They are even studying before Kahoot Day:)

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

A6. In one of my classes, Ss shared life hacks. Builds community and puts a spotlight on a Skill that might not be academic #XPLAP

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:45 PM EST

@TracyZordan @ronaldfisher love the marshmallow challenge, this is a great follow up #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

@tz7432 Awesome! I love when Ss are pushed to be the best they can be… #GAMEDAY doesn’t have to be reserved for sports! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

Wow…time flies! Q7 in 2 minutes! #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

@tishrich Yes, Chopped and quick fire challenges before a boss battle Ss really get into #XPlap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mrmatera Discussion very important @Gandersen07 is a pro! #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6:Ss have a choice of which mission to take that vary XP They also can take some Fear Serum to battle their fears to earn double Xp #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mrmatera @TeachingFactor we love Lego too! Ss love playing with them and we always try to get a few sets a year! #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Something else to check out later tonight! #XPLAP

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

I think using a performance sidequest is a great way to promote public speaking skills & confidence! #XPlap https://t.co/Vd7y51egb6

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

A6: I think it would be fun to have "secret" quests... where students surprise us DURING class w/announcements or quick speeches. #xplap

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

@JoyKirr can you elaborate? #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

I'm a huge LEGO fan as well since I am living with a 10 year old future LEGO engineer #XPLAP https://t.co/EqC8DO8Wl0

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:44 PM EST

@TeachingFactor I love LEGOS… I always incorporate them in just about everything I make. Sorry to those that don’t like them. #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:47 PM EST

@ReadScience15 teams that finish challenge get 1,000 XP points. #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

@mrmatera Yes, it has many layers #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

Here’s Q7! Last question then…Adventure Quest!! #XPlap https://t.co/3OalaF6NNs

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

@JoyKirr Joy, this is a great idea… I have hidden quests that work a little different but cool idea! Love my #XPLAP #PLN

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

Hi all, super late from doing the Ash Wednesday thing. Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: I'm offering a brainteaser challenge with some of my PreAP kids to encourage them to think outside the box #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

I like the sound of Fear Serum, what is that and its worth double! #XPlap https://t.co/Cvo9NWjl2Q

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:46 PM EST

A6:Ss have a choice of which mission to take that vary XP They also can take some Fear Serum to battle their fears to earn double Xp #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:48 PM EST

@mpilakow Hey Melissa! Excited to have you here. #XPLAP

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@mrmatera @TeachingFactor time to invest in classroom set, Maker space possibilities, side challenges, etc. #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@JoyKirr Like A Flash Mob Challenge #xplap

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@lydiakirkman Haven't thought it out, but my Ss need practice speaking, so what if one of the quests has them take charge of class? #xplap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

A6: I want to set up more easter eggs outside of class. More treasure hunts. More outside of class quests #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

a7) thinking of having some sort of secret symbol that leads to ...something #xplap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@ReadScience15 @TeachingFactor @lydiakirkman @TracyZordan @mrmatera I LOVE this idea - see which Ss are real capitalists! #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@Slapshot99 I sooooo want to know more about this! Nick you are a Genius! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7 Create incentives for Ss to earn XP and earn priveleges. Ex.notes on test; test exemption #XPLAP

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Oooh! A flash mob challenge! They'd LOVE that!! (So would I!) #xplap

MrBaskwill Feb 10 @ 8:49 PM EST

A7: Not entirely sure! But love the idea and want to get some ideas! #xplap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Fear serum sounds really cool!! #xplap

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

@JoyKirr that would be fun! I can see my Ss excited about that. #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A7: incentives built in or surprise events that change them game #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Yeah so if they have a fear of math, art , science then they face their fears and take the challenge #xplap

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

A7 Under the Teachers desk is a favorite cave to read under #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6. I plan on bringing @gcouros Identity day to my classes. Life hack was inspired by #InnovatorsMindset #XPLAP

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

with fear serum, do they have to do something scary? or is it just a gamble type of thing? #xplap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

@mrmatera @Slapshot99 Yes, how do they determine fears to conquer? I'm intrigued #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

A7: I created a website Realm of Nobles. Tons of hidden buttons. Quests could be anywhere! Great Easter Egg #XPLAP https://t.co/Oa4kim8Wmo

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

nevermind, slow computer tonight. #xplap https://t.co/OK18d5LVru

MrHentzen Feb 10 @ 8:51 PM EST

with fear serum, do they have to do something scary? or is it just a gamble type of thing? #xplap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

A7. This is a great idea. I am going to brainstorm ways to include this in my classroom. Add it to my further exploration list. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

@mke_rishi @gcouros and #innovatorsMindset are awesome! Glad to here you are creating change around it. #XPLAP

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

I'm planning quest maps in Google Drawing with hidden buttons, buttons to additional maps with bonus quests #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:52 PM EST

Item shops that have rare items but only available for limited time it if they have done some requirement. Unannounced as well. #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A7: Take the game world outside your classroom. My Ss receive bonuses for posted videos of their performances in public spaces! #XPlap

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

A7: I am not sure exactly how to incorporate, but think this is sounds motivating. Requires some thought! #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

Love this, I might have 2adapt this for my writing workshop this month #XPlap - Im always inspired by the gr8 ideas https://t.co/dXOCvCcKUi

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Yeah so if they have a fear of math, art , science then they face their fears and take the challenge #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

@LisaGuardino I concur! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:53 PM EST

@mpilakow Yeah so if they have a fear of math, art , science then they face their fears and take the challenge #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

A7:Created a secret society… I left hidden messages in a book in the Library. Ss would know to check if I moved a statue in my class. #XPLAP

ulzsur Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

RT TeachingFactor: Love this, I might have 2adapt this for my writing workshop this month #XPlap - Im always inspi… https://t.co/ct80Nlj6NA

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:50 PM EST

@TeachingFactor Yeah so if they have a fear of math, art , science then they face their fears and take the challenge #xplap

danklumper Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrmatera Egg planted behind a single brick. Kids loved it. "happy hour" so Ss wouldn't spend too much time. #XPlap https://t.co/27YxXahpZT

LisaGuardino Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

Need to head out, #XPlap. Thanks for the great chat! So much to think about :)

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mpilakow Welcome Melissa! Glad you got your Ash here before the end of the chat :) (A little Ash Wednesday joke!) #XPlap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrmatera OMG, SOOOO super cool!! I love it, like a Dead Poets Society!! Yes!! #xplap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrmatera @gcouros the book created cognitive dissonance and pushed me to innovate. No time better than the here and now. #XPlap

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Ss make a vine at home to demonstrate a vocabulary word. Share with class as starter next day #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Get ready…. you know what’s coming! Here are the Adventure Quest explanation/rules. Get in the game! #XPlap

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mrmatera Makes me think of the geocache found in the public library - IN a book! Wish we could hide geocaches on school grounds. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mpilakow Kids got a huge kick out of it! #XPLAP

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

@abmoreno1981 Why thank you! Yes, I got my ash in church tonight ;) #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

@tishrich Woo hoo! Bring it :) #XPLAP

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Man. We really need to get Vine un-blocked at our school... I'd LOVE this. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

@mke_rishi @gcouros Thats what I say… Don’t want to be one of those that say I will make that positive change next year…Want it now! #XPLAP

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

@ReadScience15 This is genius. Do you have good examples to share? #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

That is such an awesome idea Joy, we can do similar w/QR Codes and geocache #XPlap https://t.co/xvkMDk06lP

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mrmatera Makes me think of the geocache found in the public library - IN a book! Wish we could hide geocaches on school grounds. #xplap

lydiakirkman Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

@mrmatera what a phenomenal idea! #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:56 PM EST

A7:In rehearsal, we form groups with Ss from each grade level. Come up with a secret hand shake, greet each other in the hall with it #XPlap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

@JoyKirr @mrmatera Love the geocache idea! My next door neighbor does it and I'm always intrigued #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Hmmmm, now how to science it up ....#XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Great idea that would be easy to do in most upper middle school classes and higher! Thanks for sharing. #XPLAP https://t.co/UgTjC2e4RX

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Ss make a vine at home to demonstrate a vocabulary word. Share with class as starter next day #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Here’s the Adventure Quest question! Submit your answer by clicking on this link! https://t.co/kr2LVGWqNf #XPlap https://t.co/6x5vf7phcI

JoyKirr Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

@mpilakow @mrmatera OMG OMG it's SOOOO fun! We've hidden 5 or 6 now, too. I love it when ppl find them! #xplap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Such a super cool idea! Love it!! #XPlap #games4ed https://t.co/pjAidNzzhJ

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Ss make a vine at home to demonstrate a vocabulary word. Share with class as starter next day #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Love this idea, we can have Ss use @vine to demonstrate anything #XPlap https://t.co/GEVav4C3rS

ReadScience15 Feb 10 @ 8:55 PM EST

Ss make a vine at home to demonstrate a vocabulary word. Share with class as starter next day #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

remember, there are other questions tweeted in the week as well as on the bottom of many blog posts on #XPLAP https://t.co/YVbiqy8GFQ

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Here’s the Adventure Quest question! Submit your answer by clicking on this link! https://t.co/kr2LVGWqNf #XPlap https://t.co/6x5vf7phcI

Ryan7Read Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

Sorry I missed chat tonight. Dad time and Guinea pig time #XPLAP https://t.co/QoQ3gMAwRy

hollyhuval Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

Wonderful chat tonight. Thanks for the great ideas! #XPlap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

In case this isn't enough #XPlap goodness for you, join us tomorrow for #games4ed. Same time! #gbl #gamification https://t.co/Nu7CzYOG0T

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

Keep the convo going! I learn so much from you all! Simply amazing to chat with you! #XPlap

abmoreno1981 Feb 10 @ 8:58 PM EST

Why not here? Why not now? Why not me? - Three great questions to encourage change! #XPlap https://t.co/CiL8BxpIqK

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:54 PM EST

@mrmatera @gcouros the book created cognitive dissonance and pushed me to innovate. No time better than the here and now. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

@hollyhuval Glad you could make it. Hope to see you back same time next week. #XPlap

TeachingFactor Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

You have inspired me to do something with this for rhetorical devices for Ss to earn Gold Pieces in class #XPlap https://t.co/c2XhHXv8lD

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:57 PM EST

Here’s the Adventure Quest question! Submit your answer by clicking on this link! https://t.co/kr2LVGWqNf #XPlap https://t.co/6x5vf7phcI

ronaldfisher Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

@mpilakow @JoyKirr @mrmatera best is when you are in the middle of nowhere & a cop pulls up to ask you what you're doing -need a sign #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

Every week we will be here discussing #XPLAP and supporting all of our voyages! Share your thoughts!

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

Follow #xplap in your Tweet Deck...I gain so many ideas that way!! #XPlap

mpilakow Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

Follow #xplap in your Tweet Deck...I gain so many ideas that way!! #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

How is this over already? Best one yet. Super inspired by the #XPLAP community. As usual, @tishrich is the best host. Thank you.

tishrich - Moderator Feb 10 @ 8:59 PM EST

Next week, Feb 17th discussing Chapter 6 of Explore Like a Pirate. Same time... same place! #XPLAP