#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday November 29, 2016
8:00 PM EST
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:00 PM EST
Tonight's topic can be somewhat controversial but please remember to respect EVERYONE's perspective. We find value in all!
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:00 PM EST
A0 = Hi from New Brunswick Canada. I'm a Gr. 6-12 Classroom Teacher,
#MIEExpert
& Innovative Design Lead. I love all biomes!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:01 PM EST
A0 Mark Grundel - 5th Grade Teacher in NJ. Love the Ice Spikes, Mesas, and Swamplands Biomes.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:01 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Garrett Zimmer Here, co-founder of MinecraftEdu Chat - Admited Bias, I Love Minecraft. Fave Biome - Swamp = Apples.
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:02 PM EST
Hey all on
#Minecraftedu
Andrew here form Scotland, had an awesome day with
@SkypeClassroom
now cant sleep! Here fro some MC therapy
In reply to @SkypeClassroom
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:02 PM EST
A0: Glen,
#Spanish
T and Tech Integrationist in Wabasha, MN
#mesa
biome reminds me of home in
#NewMexico
#MinecraftEdu
HaginPhoto
Nov 29 @ 8:02 PM EST
Ginny, teacher/Minecraft club advisor, Virginia. I love exploring all the boimes, as long as I'm in creative mode!
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey Ben! Thanks for joining!
#MinecraftEdu
Nice Image!
In reply to @BBTNB
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
a0: Hello everyone! Lynne Telfer from Australia!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
Honored that you stayed up to receive some Psycho-Therapy from us!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall, @SkypeClassroom
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
And apologies
#minecraftedu
I still can't spell so please ignore any typos it is 1am
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:03 PM EST
Nice! So glad to see you here my friend! So whats yer fave Biome? DEFEND :D
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @a_minshall, @SkypeClassroom
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
Is THAT why Garrett keeps sending me images of inkbolts!!
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In reply to @MGrundel, @a_minshall, @SkypeClassroom
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
Mesa's pretty cool. Much you can do with it!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @irvspanish
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hey Lynne, survive the crazy robots?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
A0 Bob Stokes, Special Education teacher, Syracuse NY, swamp land
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
WB Ginny :D Love the planning and building you're prepping for the
@sfaywolfe
#ElementiaWorld
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @HaginPhoto, @sfaywolfe
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
Hello my people! Steve from NJ joining
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:04 PM EST
Nope! Kids want to 3D print claws on them! Send help!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
All biomes are fun and they all serve different purposes, really can't pick a fav
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In reply to @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
A0 - I'd love to see a wastelands biome in
#MinecraftEDU
To give it that dark edge.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
YEAH Lynne! How's your day?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @lynnetelfer
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
A0 Hi all! Andrea from East Tennessee. I teach Microsoft IT to 6-8 grades. I love anything Minecraft bc it excites the Ss.
#MinecraftEdu
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hey
#minecraftedu
! Darin, 8th grade RLA teacher, and I'm a fan of a good forest biome for some sort!
#treesaregood
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:05 PM EST
Having a great
#skypeathon
day thanks to
@PBJellyGames
@Deirdre206
@vubui
@tomohawk1989
@blackiechanxbl
@thecommonpeople
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @Deirdre206, @vubui, @Tomohawk1989, @BlackieChanXBL, @thecommonpeople
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
Fantastic so far! (please come and mark these 75 exams - I will pay you!)
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
One more
#skypeathon
session tonight - working with a class in India as a
#minecraftmentor
- w00t!
#MinecraftEDU
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
@PBJellyGames
Biomes are like a question we were asked during a Skype call Blue Jays or Red Sox...
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey Bob! Glad to see you here. Why do you like the swamps?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hi Darin - Welcome!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:06 PM EST
Welcome Darin, gotta love collecting wood!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
A0: How about a dystopian biome - is that a thing? postapocalyptic biome?
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lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
I have one more
#skypeathon
on Friday!
@sfaywolfe
ftw!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @sfaywolfe
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Yes with nuclear radiation areas....that would be amazing!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hey Steve! Welcome to the awesome conversation!
#MinecraftEdu
Where do I know you from? LoL
In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Welcome Andrea, is there a particular biome you enjoying playing/viewing w/ Ss?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @tolleya
kevinmace
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hello! Kevin from West Virginia. Library/computer teacher
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Thanks Steven! Always glad to make it here!
#gettinmycrafton
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:07 PM EST
Sean is awesome! He presented at
#minefaire
- love his story and how he speaks to the power of writing for young people
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer, @sfaywolfe
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hey Kevin!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @kevinmace
HaginPhoto
Nov 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
The Ss are stoked about this and they love having a book that acts as a guide.
#ElementiaWorld
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @sfaywolfe
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
I would agree! I love doing a little clearing, then planting again! :)
#goinggreen
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @irvspanish
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hello! How are you buddy?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @irvspanish, @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:08 PM EST
Oooh! Post Apocolyptic!
#MinecraftEdu
Nothing better than exploring concepts of dystopian society
In reply to @BBTNB
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
Exactly! I love doing that, then finding things to build! :)
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
we just might have to build it... the potential for so many great games and such...
#minecraftedu
In reply to @irvspanish
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
Welcome Steve!
#MinecraftEDU
`
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @lynnetelfer, @sfaywolfe
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
Nice! Good to meet you Andrea! Microsoft has amazing learning tools!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @tolleya
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:09 PM EST
Hello Andrea! :D
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
Q1: What are the biggest hurdles to Minecraft’s acceptance in education?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
Q1: What are the biggest hurdles to Minecraft’s acceptance in education?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
Hey Darin! I prefer the Big Giant Redwoods available on some Mod Packs. Super Cool! hope
#MinecraftEdu
EE gets them :D
In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Biggest hurdle "They play that game so much at home - do they really need to play it at school?"
#minecraftedu
and... YES!
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 - For
#MinecraftEDU
the hurdle is the Office 365 account demand. For Minecraft in general it is the access to devices & Ts ICT expertise.
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
a1: First preceptiions of Ts - Kids running around! Chaos! opposite of traditional classroom! How to CONTROL?
#MinecraftEDU
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 how could Ss be learning when they are playing a game
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: another hurdle, just getting started for the teachers who are apprehensive, but we are here to help!
#minecraftmentors
#MinecraftEDU
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: Game = Fun = Can't be educational mindset. "How can playing a game be educational?" Overcoming this mindset
#MinecraftEdu
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1) The biggest hurdle now is the cost per user and Win 10, still legacy for us :-)
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
preposterous, isn't it?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
You can quickly create a dystopian biome with the nuclear TNT modpack
#minecraftedu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
a1: Fear of Ts being the learner. "Kids know more than me."
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PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1 - Games come with stigma that it's only value is escape and entertainment. Hard 4 some to see that they give value
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
let's do it!
#minecraftedu
- we can get a bunch of great students on it :)
In reply to @bobADK42
HaginPhoto
Nov 29 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Hurdle of ALWAYS feeling like you have to PROVE the value; PROVE that play can work in tandem with learning; data, data
#minecraftedu
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1: Games = playtime. Plain and simple.
#minecraftedu
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
If children play Maths 'Games' is that not the same as MC ...
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
So hard to pick! They did like the Badlands bc of the Skype visit we had prior to the Minecraft visit. 😉
#Minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
Where's
@iwearthecrowns
#minecraftedu
In reply to @iwearthecrowns
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
Yes!
#MinecraftEdu
Overcoming the idea of Games = ONLY Fun is a key need for GBL research.
In reply to @irvspanish
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
That is a hurdle for MC:EE, but what about Minecraft in general? What hurdles do we need to overcome?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
The kids still teach me at MC club it is fantastic
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @lynnetelfer
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:13 PM EST
Agreed!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
What a great answer! Control and Getting things done is often a challenging thought point.
#MinecraftEdu
Well Said!
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:11 PM EST
a1: First preceptiions of Ts - Kids running around! Chaos! opposite of traditional classroom! How to CONTROL?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1: Biggest hurdle I see is Ts cannot simply sit back, but need to be involved, engaged, and designers with Ss in learning
#MinecraftEDU
kevinmace
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
Biggest hurdle is cost and having to upgrade to 10. upgrading is biggest actually.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
the funny thing there is that maths (i love the english s at the end of math) games only support maths, minecraft cross-curr
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall, @bobADK42
kispypniko
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 Ts mindsets, can Ss learn from a game? Access to hardware, we are GAFE school with chromebooks, only 24 desktops with linux
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
To piggy back, do you think most Ts want to actually learn to play, or simply use it?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs
kispypniko
Nov 29 @ 8:14 PM EST
Niko PYP Coordinator and teacher librarian from Bangkok Thailand joining in late
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
a1: Older Education games are made to have the learning shoved in the kids face! Ts look for that! MC is more complex!
#MinecraftEDU
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: Ts being afraid of it because they don't play it. They must let go and become facilitators- let Ss be experts!
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: Teacher fear that they don't know the game as well as the students (hmmmmm) - time for
#growthmindset
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
I prefer it when kids know more than I, then I get to be the learner! Its like I am double dipping!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
Hello Niko!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @kispypniko
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1 One of the big issues being talked about is the lack of empirical research into Edu Gains with
#MinecraftEdu
(Spade a Spade true)
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
so much yes!
#MinecraftEDU
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: Ts being afraid of it because they don't play it. They must let go and become facilitators- let Ss be experts!
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1 - I share this again later but this pretty cool research out of Canada!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ok81Czffrr
PrincipalNyberg
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
A1: A generation of Ts that aren't gamers have a hard time wrapping their mind around the possibilities.
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:15 PM EST
I think playing it is also essential component, you learn the multi dimensional value of the game
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @mr_isaacs
kispypniko
Nov 29 @ 8:16 PM EST
could this be an opportunity to be partners in learning? Playing together in survival mode is a humbling experience
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
And begin to learn that it's less a Game and more of a tool for exploring knowledge.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @irvspanish, @MGrundel, @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
Hey
@spirrison
- this one's for you:
https://t.co/9nnXh3OKqt
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @spirrison
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
And Ss will learn so much more bc they are in the drivers seat.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @stony12270
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
Is it reasonable to ask that students put it on their supply list, like books, pencils and crayons?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @1god
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
A0: Cathy, edtech specialist in NYC, wife of
@mr_isaacs
Fav biome: Grassy Plain. It's it everyone's favorite? 🌳💹🐷🐮🐔
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
YAY - you made it :)
#MinecraftEDU
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
A0: Cathy, edtech specialist in NYC, wife of
@mr_isaacs
Fav biome: Grassy Plain. It's it everyone's favorite? 🌳💹🐷🐮🐔
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
Yes! So true!
#MinecraftEdu
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:17 PM EST
And Ss will learn so much more bc they are in the drivers seat.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @stony12270
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
a1:The Ts ability to get past game mechanics and see the potential is a wonderful AHA moment! :D
#MinecraftEDU
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
Also turning off PvP mode is imperative in multiplayer
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
Not sure if y'all noticed but
@iwearthecrowns
and her students were in the video that kicked off the
@playcraftlearn
stream!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @PlayCraftLearn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
Welcome to the chat! Do you see value in Ts learning to play game? I look at it like a book, spend time reading it
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @stony12270
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1) Teachers lack confidence in Technology when it comes to new things, hw do we get other Ts over this hurdle
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Well said! It definitely requires a shift in teaching style for some. Scary sometimes! That's what we're hear 4
In reply to @stony12270
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
Yes ! Ownership
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @tolleya, @stony12270
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
Yes, and get them to embrace
#stuexpertise
- big leap but transforms teaching and learning!!!
#MinecraftEDU
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1) Teachers lack confidence in Technology when it comes to new things, hw do we get other Ts over this hurdle
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
a1: My school hurdle is finding time to run the PD!
#MinecraftEDU
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
Learning that there are 61 unique biomes in the
#Overworld
, plus the Nether and an End
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
Absolutely! Did you see last week’s chat on learning? I think it provides great opportunities for dialogue.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @kispypniko
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
maybe, for those Ss who can afford books, pencils, and crayons
#digitaldivide
#minecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
Q2: 2015-2016 is a quagmire of new ed-tech. How do we separate pedagogically sound tools from the junk?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
Q2: 2015-2016 is a quagmire of new ed-tech. How do we separate pedagogically sound tools from the junk?
#MinecraftEdu
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
yes! I need for our Ss to teach us (the Ts) and give us guidance and homework! I want to learn- must make time 💪💪👍👍
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
It's dfinitely more valuable to turn it off for Beginners / very young. :D Can be good for older, unique GBL lessons.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @1god
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
Many schools provide these things, we do, all stuffed in a backpack, why not a MC account too?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @kispypniko
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:20 PM EST
#learningwithknives
#minecraftedu
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:19 PM EST
Learning that there are 61 unique biomes in the
#Overworld
, plus the Nether and an End
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 - There is no such thing as a pedagogically-sound tool..... only pedagogically sound lessons! The success of
#MinecraftEDU
depends on Ts!
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
a2: an open mind, experimentation (include Ts&Ss) and evaluate!
#MinecraftEDU
wrenchey
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 sometimes PD helps if Ts recommend tools and you can share resources
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
agreed!!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: Even the "best"
#edtech
is useless and detrimental to student learning without purpose and training. Same goes with
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
It's all about Mindset & mindset begins w/ language. But important to keep the game in it
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @irvspanish, @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
Student created
@snapguide
tutorial: How to make a custom skin in
#minecraft
https://t.co/RMM0d7yJcw
#stuchoice
#stuvoice
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @Snapguide
PatriciaRagan1
Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2: Pedagogy and Instructional Design should drive your selection of tools to engage minds in deep learning
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:22 PM EST
Bravo! You're so right! A hammer can't be used to effectively screw in an Allen Bolt!
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 - There is no such thing as a pedagogically-sound tool..... only pedagogically sound lessons! The success of
#MinecraftEDU
depends on Ts!
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
A1 p1: kids play plenty at home, why are they playing at school?
#MinecraftEdu
#SlowChat
#BehindChat
#DelayedChat
#LaterChat
⏰⏳
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
I do like slimes. But they can be found in Swamplands too. Trampoline?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
Welcome Wrenchy, Glad to see your thoughtful voice here!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @wrenchey
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
a2Ts have limited time to explore - at times we need others to demonstrate to see value.
#MinecraftEDU
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
A1 p2: Getting the educational value of
@playcraftlearn
#minecraft
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:23 PM EST
Yes it is all in how your implement it
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 - There is no such thing as a pedagogically-sound tool..... only pedagogically sound lessons! The success of
#MinecraftEDU
depends on Ts!
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: Perfect time to share this template
#student
#outcomes
is at the top
#backwarddesign
https://t.co/dmR1r74wZN
#MinecraftEdu
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A0 - only appropriate I join for the Live Chat tonight after today's
#skypeathon
#MinecraftEDU
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2 Make sure you are giving your tech sound purpose. It's not just a digital worksheet.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
I see this everyday. Ts afraid, or scared, to take risks in all sorts of Tech. 1st build a positive culture
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
Hello
@wrenchey
!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @wrenchey
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A1 p3: Ts not getting the why. Using
#Minecraft
for "engagement" sans purpose
#MinecraftEdu
a_minshall
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
Sorry all thought I was going to make it till 2am but now flagging will catch up in the morning
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: does it increase the engagement or just provide a different mode of learning
#minecraftedu
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
A1 p4: Purchasing the tech needed to run
@PlayCraftLearn
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
A1 - I would say overall it is the fear of not being taken seriously as an educational tool.
#MinecraftEDU
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2: good ed-tech is usually open-ended w many pathways to explore. bad ed-tech there's one right way to succeed
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
Well Said Glen. All
#EdTech
should begin with training and support before implementation
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @irvspanish
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
A2: In my class it does both!
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: does it increase the engagement or just provide a different mode of learning
#minecraftedu
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
There are trampolines?!?
#StillANewb
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
A1 -
#minecraftedu
21C skills require those tools that add value to Ss Voice, Choice, and allow showcase of learning not regurgitation
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
agreed! Fun surely can not be serious learning!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
A2I have found that
#minecraftedu
increases the frustration threshold of Ss so that they push on when they might otherwise quit
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2 -
#minecraftedu
21C skills require those tools that add value to Ss Voice, Choice, and allow showcase of learning not regurgitation
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
I still can't figure out how to install and pay for MCEE
#minecraftEDU
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
A1 p4: Purchasing the tech needed to run
@PlayCraftLearn
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2: Does it serve a purpose? Can you define why you need it? If so, go for it!
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2 - When employing Universal Design for Learning having
#MinecraftEDU
as an option is like having Michael Jordan on your basketball team!
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
Yes! We must always start w/ learning objectives + outcomes, build from there. Don’t start w/ tech or just use it
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:27 PM EST
and that is where Ts may fall - T frustration levels may prevent further investigation :(
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
A2: Great Q. I think we need to try things out, play edtech through to decide. Having a buddy/fan helps
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
A2: I like any question with the word quagmire in it :)
#quagmire
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:28 PM EST
You must get yourself some slime blocks and try it out. Oh what fun.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @iwearthecrowns
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
The game
@oortonline
(hope it's still around) has great trampolines and awesome physics
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @iwearthecrowns, @oortonline
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
Creating
#NPC
quests can be a bit of a
#quagmire
in
#MinecraftEdu
@mr_isaacs
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
that is where we have to serve as role models and be able to fail horribly in front of Ss
#minecraftedu
#humbleteachers
In reply to @lynnetelfer
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
Now I need to see this trampoline...
#MinecraftMornings
#MinecraftMatinee
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:29 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
doubly true for anything GBL related. Kids will see right through colorful facades. Ownership is essential in Games and Edu.
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2 Make sure you are giving your tech sound purpose. It's not just a digital worksheet.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3: How can we capture and compare evidence of student learning with Minecraft?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3: How can we capture and compare evidence of student learning with Minecraft?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
If you’re tired, then we gave you your property therapy. Good night sir, and craft on another day.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall
kispypniko
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
we provide them with the account, problem is HW, we just don't have desktops/laptops
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
Check this game out:
https://t.co/H6O9C65UAG
@lucasgillispie
@okaytofail
@knowclue
and I had much fun playing a while back
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lucasgillispie, @okaytofail, @knowclue
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
Hmm... Chat? Slime block? Chat? Slime block? Decisions, decisions
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
Mark I love this POINT! Many pathways is vital for engaged learning / doing. Thanks for the great insight!!
#MinecraftEdu
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2: good ed-tech is usually open-ended w many pathways to explore. bad ed-tech there's one right way to succeed
#minecraftedu
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
True that!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3: Screenshots, books, information blocks. I even have Ss create
#NPC
in game that speak
#Spanish
right
@ConnorKropp
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ConnorKropp
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
slime block, screenshot, share, chat, counts as multitasking
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @MGrundel
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3 - There is an incredible app called
@Freshgrade
that Ts can use to capture Ss learning evidence in
#MinecraftEDU
& make it visible/REAL!
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
We all have our own unique learning style. Gardner got it wrong, not 8 or 11, but billions .
#MinecraftEDU
addresses many of these
In reply to @bobADK42
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
maybe we should start getting up at 5am and playing
#minecraft
before work :)
#minecraftedu
#slimeblockwednesday
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @MGrundel
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
I am also making soup, baking cupcakes, and "helping" w hwk
#MultitaskMuch
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
HaginPhoto
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: My students make
@youtube
videos of their projects and make presentations to the general public
#minecraftedu
In reply to @YouTube
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
What an amazing point! Gone maybe the days of Learning Anxiety, fear of failure. Games exquisite for that. Growth Mindset
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:26 PM EST
A2I have found that
#minecraftedu
increases the frustration threshold of Ss so that they push on when they might otherwise quit
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
We must get Ss to provide EVIDENCE! Office365 presentations of what happened, video of play, PROVE what they learned.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
Agreed, it comes down to mindset. I am fighting an uphill battle promoting Commercial, Over-the-counter games
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3: Let Ss share their creations in Minecraft - make vids and blog about it :
https://t.co/8omuCGfZCZ
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
soup? yum :)
#minecraftedu
are you baking
#minecraft
cookies too?
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @MGrundel
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:32 PM EST
Can we count it as exercise? 😂
#IllNeverGetOutOfTheHouse
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
Yes. Yes you can.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
A3: Screencasts, movies, inspired writing, speaking in class in
#Spanish
while playing game and trying to kill the Chupacabra
#MinecraftEdu
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3: Screenshots, books, information blocks. I even have Ss create
#NPC
in game that speak
#Spanish
right
@ConnorKropp
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ConnorKropp
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
A1: It's a game, so people don't take it seriously.
#MinecraftEdu
iwearthecrowns
Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
Not yet.
#TimeToMakeTheCookieDough
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:33 PM EST
Sure but you know you have SUPPORT for that!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @irvspanish, @mr_isaacs
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
#minecraftedu
does allow Ss to show their strengths. As a SpEd T it would be nice if all Ss had IEPs - individualized ed for all
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
I feel like your bouncing back and forth….
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
exercise - we aren't exercising anyway so
#gameon
#minecraftedu
Exercise our brains :)
In reply to @iwearthecrowns, @MGrundel
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
Screenshots, youtube videos, or even paper and pencil writing. All can show what learning has happened!
#minecraftedu
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
A2: Give set tasks, and make sure the students complete them.
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
i see what you did there :)
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel, @iwearthecrowns
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
A3: Compare grades.
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3: Glad we are asking the tough questions tonight - well played!
#MinecraftEDU
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3: Use
@SkypeClassroom
and share! This S presented his creation to
@AnthonySalcito
in the
#SkypeaThon
today!
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
I used
#minecraftedu
for quizzes, scores skyrocketed. I used the game for all aspects of my SpEd algebra class
In reply to @PBJellyGames
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3 By the engagement of the students and the things they can tell other adults when they talk with them.
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
a3: Looking at
#flipgrid
as a great reflection tool fo MC.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3: Like anything, if we set our learning objectives and align our evaluation to those learning objectives we've met the task
#MinecraftEDU
1god
Nov 29 @ 8:35 PM EST
A2 pt 2: good ed-tech is "personal". bad ed-tech is "personalized" subtle but important difference
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:36 PM EST
A3: Documentation, reflection, and discussion are key. Use Camera/Portfolio or Book And Quill, or simple paper and pencil
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:36 PM EST
A3:
#minecraft
often has students providing a deliverable / creation - they demonstrate their learning through their creation!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:36 PM EST
Yes! PROOF! Evidence of their understanding can be shared with Parents, other Ts and those still looking at it as just game.
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:31 PM EST
We must get Ss to provide EVIDENCE! Office365 presentations of what happened, video of play, PROVE what they learned.
#MinecraftEDU
stony12270
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
A3: Have Ss compare & contrast the level of learning in Minecraft projects vs traditional research products.
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
having Ss teach administrators and showing the school board how it changed their learning experience
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @tolleya
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
A3 cont: As a T conference w/ Ss during and after game play. Have Ss share work and present. Use Rubrics to capture learning
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
Oh! That is a GREAT idea! I am going to do that next week!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @stony12270
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
AWESOME! Bob do you mind if I ask did you capture and report that data via Blog/rpt? Can you? B4/After = powerful
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3 I have other Ts asking me to do Minecraft lessons with their classes bc of how the Ss respond to it and learn from it.
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST
interesting point...
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @1god
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 29 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3 - again I would compare the application of skills learned via
#Minecraft
& traditionally educated possibly with an identical word problem
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
A3: If we are open to it, we allow students to demonstrate learning through a means that works for them - for many
#minecraft
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
How many Ts here are doing basic Pre / Post results analysis of learners while piloting Minecraft?
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
A3 - Fresh Grade (My 2016 best find of the year)
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/5gI8lAbHam
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
Sorry not enough characters to add the
#MinecraftEDU
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:39 PM EST
standard deviation quiz
#minecraftedu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4: What are the benefits of: anecdotal evidence vs. empirical evidence, when supporting Minecraft’s value to stakeholders?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4: What are the benefits of: anecdotal evidence vs. empirical evidence, when supporting Minecraft’s value to stakeholders?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
is like Jello, there’s always room
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
We are having an open house Thursday night and the Minecraft club I have after school will show off their learning.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
color me intrigued...
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB, @YouTube
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
Paola you're so brilliant! Yes the comparison of the before and after is so valuable ESP to Admins, Policy makers.
#Evidence
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:34 PM EST
A3: Compare grades.
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:40 PM EST
A4: what
#minecraftedu
spirrison
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
dude
#minecraftedu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @YouTube
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
A4: Anecdotal evidence is often SOOOOO authentic - we see it, feel it, experience it!
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
nice, right?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @spirrison, @YouTube
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
Did your learning objectives change when you began to use Minecraft? Is this recommended?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
I've done this w/ a group of 4th graders who became my 5th graders. High levels of growth in attendance & tests
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:41 PM EST
A4 - Teachers respond to anecdotal evidence while districts and entire systems love empirical evidence! Both have value!
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
Great question - I don't think so. the learning objectives in my class relate to the iterative design process - tool agnostic
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
How do you support the students to assess their own learning / compare / contrast?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @stony12270
T_HEB
Nov 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
Taking my lessons from
@TLKaegi
, I am capturing collaboration while Ss work w
#minecraftedu
& screencasts of proj.
https://t.co/FE8K9ejxTV
In reply to @TLKaegi
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:42 PM EST
Gotta run my friends - time to drive the carpool home and get online with class in India!
#minecraftmentor
#timezonechallenges
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
How about for those in say a Math Curriculum where it's more rigid?
#MinecraftEdu
Any thoughts?
In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
A4: Anecdotal evidence can be collected in a # of ways, such as focus groups, which makes participants feel more comfortable
#MinecraftEDU
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
I have Ss asking the gym teacher if they can stay in my room instead of going to gym. Lol!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: Anecdotal is less stressful, more informal, unlike assessments and standardized testing - high stakes
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
It certainly may help us rethink learning objectives - practical vs. theoretical math perhaps
#hmmm
#minecraftedu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
YES! Amazing value in letting kids showcase their learning in a relevant way. Boards, see passion purpose and learning ALL
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:37 PM EST
having Ss teach administrators and showing the school board how it changed their learning experience
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @tolleya
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: I compared a group of traditional Ss with my
#MinecraftEdu
Ss during the same time period... Fantastic results
https://t.co/hGUaSAl46e
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: I compared a group of traditional Ss with my
#MinecraftEdu
Ss during the same time period... Fantastic results
https://t.co/sOLSryYCRy
mr_isaacs
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
Cya soon!!!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @HaginPhoto
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
Oh thank goodness. I can tell mine that it is a global issue!
#MinecraftEDU
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:43 PM EST
I have Ss asking the gym teacher if they can stay in my room instead of going to gym. Lol!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
I found you could give a taste test to future work as the kids can visualise concepts hard to describe until later years.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
I am mixed about that, as I love
#MinecraftEDU
but believe PhysEd is necessary for brain growth
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @tolleya, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:45 PM EST
Nice please do share your experiences with
#MinecraftEdu
and
@PlayCraftLearn
. Such value in seeing results.
In reply to @bobADK42, @PlayCraftLearn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:45 PM EST
Thank of empirical as hard numbers, data and anecdotal as a narrative or discussion.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @pfm2001_
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
A4 - empirical would, to me be more of a analytical confirmation of truths you might find to be self evident ;)
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:46 PM EST
I think you're right. Rethinking obj. is a big topic right now. Much shifting. 21 C right?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
A4: tbh when you show people just HOW testing is, people change their minds real quick
#minecraftedu
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
True, but they only have me for 40 minutes a day. So that means only a portion of that time is in MC
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:47 PM EST
Wow! That's true, we've seen many Ss showcase at levels unimagined by many at that level.
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
I found you could give a taste test to future work as the kids can visualise concepts hard to describe until later years.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
Could you sneak them in before or after school? I have some kids stay in for lunch,
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @tolleya, @PBJellyGames
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
a4: Incredible valuable! Vital to prove the potential and value of MC.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:48 PM EST
CYA Bro! Safe Drive and Happy Tuesday
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:49 PM EST
See I love this! I think the value of comparable empiricals will support deeper policy shifts more than anecdotal alone!
#MinecraftEdu
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: I compared a group of traditional Ss with my
#MinecraftEdu
Ss during the same time period... Fantastic results
https://t.co/sOLSryYCRy
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:49 PM EST
I do after school Minecraft club as well, but I have 150 students throughout the day.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:49 PM EST
A4: Have Ss help lead a staff workshop on
#GBL
&
#MinecraftEDU
that will provide powerful evidence + empower Ss, present w/ Sway
#studvoice
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q5: What additional features, tools, resources for Minecraft might make evidence more visible and apparent to stakeholders?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q5: What additional features, tools, resources for Minecraft might make evidence more visible and apparent to stakeholders?
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
a4: Taking my Ts through 21st_C Learning & MC together. See how they relate and enhance Ss learning.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
A4 - Remember that Policy Makers rely less on anecdotal, and more on empirical. If we can support them with this by comparing
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Nov 29 @ 8:50 PM EST
A5: Potential for creativity and problem solving. Especially with addons.
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
A5 - I'll just leave this quote and study here....From Canada Eh!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ok81CzwQQ1
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
No, I hear you, I am guilty of it too. Maybe Make them sit on exercise balls for core and balance?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @tolleya, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
A4 - So many will naysay - and the more evidence we share, rather than argument and passion - the easier to PROVE value IMHO
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wrenchey
Nov 29 @ 8:51 PM EST
A4 excited to host event for students to teach parents post workshop
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tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
Great presentation I am sure! Can't wait to see it and get some ideas!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42, @YouTube
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
Thanks Ben! Always love reading what you share. Such awesome finds!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
thanks
#minecraftedu
@PlayCraftLearn
for a great chat and letting Ss be the leaders in the classroom!
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
I’m stealing this article! Thanks for sharing Ben
#StealEDU
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
I completely agree. In order to prove worth, I need a portfolio of evidence and results.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
NO LIVESTREAM Tonight for
#MinecraftEdu
But this was a great conversation and you can catch the Archive via
https://t.co/WM37RWzY8w
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
Thanks for joining us tonight Bob! Loved your participation and insights.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42
BBTNB
Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
@MGrundel
Did you just invent the hashtag
#StealEDU
? :)
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:52 PM EST
I’m stealing this article! Thanks for sharing Ben
#StealEDU
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:53 PM EST
*puts away the popcorn and pouts*
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:54 PM EST
No I learned it from
@alicekeeler
who stole one of my lessons on data and decimals
#MinecraftEDU
#StealEDU
In reply to @BBTNB, @alicekeeler
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:54 PM EST
A5 I'd love to see ability to extract in game written text from books in
@PlayCraftLearn
directly to
@OneNoteEDU
Classroom
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn, @OneNoteEDU
bobADK42
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
tweetmeets are a great platform for inspiring and learning, love them. glad to share my ideas about
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
a5: NPCs able to assess through interaction and send data to OneNote Classroom
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
Yes thanks
@PlayCraftLearn
for spreading this amazing tool to many more thousands of kids, and supporting 21C edu
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42, @PlayCraftLearn
irvspanish
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
Hasta la vista amigos y amigas! Got to get some sleep!
#MinecraftEdu
#StealEdu
Great chat!!
tolleya
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
We have standing desks and do
@GoNoodle
too. 😉
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames, @GoNoodle
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:55 PM EST
A5: Maybe in addition to a camera, a video recorder that captures video and allows for subtitles to be entered, and exported
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Nov 29 @ 8:56 PM EST
Thank you everyone! I LOVE the MinecraftEdu community.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:56 PM EST
There totally needs to be a Minecraft GoNoodle, they did a
#MysterySkype
one.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @tolleya, @PBJellyGames, @GoNoodle
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 29 @ 8:56 PM EST
Bob what a pleasure to hear your thoughts and insights tonight. Please join us again!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42, @MGrundel
