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Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 7:02 PM EST

The countdown is on 1 hr until #xplap chat! Come and join us #tlap #learnlap #ditchbook #games4ed #gamification https://t.co/aEoGteRL1T

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 7:34 PM EST

30 mins until #xplap chat! It's going to be EPIC!! #iaedchat #tlap #games4ed

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 7:42 PM EST

Can't wait for #ICE16 thanks @ice_il for the opportunity to be a spotlight speaker! Join me Friday! #edchat #xplap https://t.co/NvrDzpt690

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 7:47 PM EST

Join #XPLAP in 15 minutes. Topic game mechanics and how to use them in our classes. #Tlap #gbl #games4ed #ditchbook https://t.co/gN241oSNsc

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 7:54 PM EST

Game on in 10 mins for #xplap chat #tlap #games4ed

participatelrn Feb 24 @ 7:55 PM EST

Here's how to Participate in #XPlap via https://t.co/3QBdmnfQdw https://t.co/5jQ27LyAG1 @mrmatera @tishrich @Slapshot99 @burgessdave

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:01 PM EST

Glad you are applying the tactics of #XPLAP in your class. Keep on learning and leading. Thanks for all you share! https://t.co/ORgqSxFrRm

Meems852 Feb 24 @ 4:18 PM EST

Great teamwork and communication during theWest Africa @breakoutEDU today in Opulens! #XPlap #sstlap #tlap https://t.co/y8b2mqLImT

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:01 PM EST

Welcome to #XPlap book chat! So excited 2 dive into Game Mechanics. Introduce yourself & share a game mechanic that you use from a game

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:02 PM EST

Michael Matera World History Teacher Choosing a mechanic I love it like a making a parent choose a child. #Hard2choose! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

I picked up some minifigs on Ebay it was a great way to buy a bunch at once. #playlap #xplap https://t.co/EsXBgY6Txl

jedikermit Feb 24 @ 1:41 PM EST

Looking for LEGO Minifigures for your Classroom? Look no further. https://t.co/VYLrKhkPQk #PlayLAP #tlap #XPlap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

Elizabeth Merrit 5th grade science. Just starting creating personas. #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

Carrie King - 6th World Cultures Teacher - Pflugerville, TX - game mechanic: jeopardy 2 review also amazing race style w/ reading ?s #xplap

ShaneDeBoer93 Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

Here to watch/participate in #xplap chat first time. What do I need to know about #xplap ?

ShaneDeBoer93 Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

Here to watch/participate in #xplap chat first time. What do I need to know about #xplap ?

ReadScience15 Feb 24 @ 8:03 PM EST

I just finished my items shop and have classes so you cannot mix and match armor and weapons. Warriors casters and hunters. #XPlap

mke_rishi Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

Can't make it tonight. Have a good chat #XPLAP. See you in a week.

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

Rebecca Gauthier middle school world history. Just got my game off the ground this week! #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

Nick Davis instructional coach IA so excited to be your guest host tonight,catch-up an imposter has been known to raid for gold & XP #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

@ShaneDeBoer93 #XPLAP is a chat about game inspired course design, #gamification and best yet the Power of Play! Enjoy and have fun with us!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

@ShaneDeBoer93 Welcome Shane glad you can join us #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:04 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Love adding rules that make it hard on Ss. They have to make a powerful choice over who they will become in the game. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

Probably going to just lurk tonight - feeling under the weather :( #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

@mke_rishi We will miss you Rishi. You are always welcome and thanks for all you share with #XPLAP

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

#XPLAP Jestin VanScoyoc, HS science teacher fave mechanic - anything involving D20s :-)

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

@mrmatera @jedikermit this will be my next addition to my Legos #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

Tisha Richmond Medford, OR. In route to #ipdx16 ! XP, badges, leaderboards, levels. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

The amazing @GauthierRebecca joined us for #xplap Welcome back!

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca Congrats. I would love to chat with you about that! #XPLAP

ShaneDeBoer93 Feb 24 @ 8:05 PM EST

Very cool... I am taking a #tlap course & #xplap was suggested to checkout.

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:06 PM EST

Jay Hentzen, MS science, not sure about a favorite, but intrigued by guilds, XP, levels, and items. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:06 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/jrLCEToalC #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:06 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Nick! You are always welcome to host #XPLAP we are a community who learns and shares together!

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

@TracyZordan Sorry to hear that! Tracy, you are a rock star and I hope to have you and your ideas back next week on #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

@jvanscoyoc I do love a good dice roll. #XPLAP

danklumper Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

Dan Klumper. Instructional Coach. Sioux Falls, SD. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

@tishrich is in the house! Welcome! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

@ShaneDeBoer93 Would be happy to chat with your course if you ever want me to Skype/GHO in, #XPLAP

TracyZordan Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

@mrmatera I will try! Am chaperoning the Grad trip to Europe so will be a bit of a challenge ;) #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:07 PM EST

Tisha Richmond, Medford OR In route to #ipx16. Badges for XP to achieve levels and ultimately Masterchef #xplap

burgessdave Feb 24 @ 8:08 PM EST

Join the #XPlap conversation going on right now!! It's time to gamify! #gbl #tlap #gamification

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:08 PM EST

@MrHentzen I love items! Those are one of my favs to come up with. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:08 PM EST

Here’s Q1!! #XPLAP https://t.co/3f18cklaH2

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:08 PM EST

@danklumper Hey! Glad to see you here tonight. #XPLAP

teach_dmg Feb 24 @ 8:09 PM EST

Hello everyone. Dave here. Teach 1-4 math and reading. Love the mechanic of Ss crafting items #XPlap

MrHennigar Feb 24 @ 8:09 PM EST

Jeff from NS, Canada. I teach grade 5. Joining in for a bit! #xplap

danklumper Feb 24 @ 8:09 PM EST

@mrmatera @danklumper Thanks. Participation spotty but will try to get in as much as I can. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:09 PM EST

@tishrich @Slapshot99 YEAH!!! Super woman is here! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

@teach_dmg Big fan of items… There is so much you can do once you start building in some currencies to your game. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

@MrHennigar Yeah! Jeff made it this week! #XPLAP

MrHennigar Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: excited to see what ideas I can borrow (steal) from others! #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: Feeling more confident with @classcraft - Ss can't wait for the random events, more participation, increase in desire to do more #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

@TracyZordan @mrmatera The leader of the adventure Quest is here, welcome back! I'm trying to catch up #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

@teach_dmg Dave! So glad to have you back at #XPLAP you are a teacher leader in the world of the power of play!

ReadScience15 Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: biggest fear = not providing feedback fast enough from updating xp, gold, or printing their items quickly so they don't lose int. #XPlap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: afraid I didn't think through enough or will be smthng That falls by wayside. #XPlap

MrBaskwill Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Sustainability - making sure I have enough new things to keep Ss engaged and wanting more #xplap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 trying to keep up with my ss! They keep asking what else they can earn. All I can say is you'll find out when u get there #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

@MrHennigar That is what we are all here for! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1: Ss feel more engaged and empowered.Finding an efficient way to give out badges and items #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

a1) worried that I'm going to overpower students, or make the leveling too easy. also not being able to create enough stuff. #xplap

ShaneDeBoer93 Feb 24 @ 8:11 PM EST

3rd grade teacher Sioux Falls, SD. Would love to incorporate some games into classroom. Any elementary teachers on? #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

@carrieokieking @classcraft Awesome! Glad you are building in such an awesome tool with great success. #XPLAP

ShaneDeBoer93 Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

ideas? #xplap

TracyZordan Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Thanks! Trying not to miss out this week - gotta keep the streak going ;) #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

@MrHennigar 2 Nova Scotians in the same chat! Should be a good one welcome! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1: Building momentum in Masterchef. Excitement is building. Just hope I can keep up the excitement & keep game interesting. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:12 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Good goal, but I think most Ss will recognize that what you are providing is awesomeness. They will cut some slack #XPLAP

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

#XPLAP A1 I feel pretty good about mechanics :-) Just making time to keep going, and creating an in class habit and routine for usage

quilterliz Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

HS Bio and Health teacher from IN #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

a1) also that it falls completely flat on it's face when I try it, lol #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

@emerritt74 You need to bring the game and the passion. The students have endless imagination… they will help construct a world with. #XPLAP

danklumper Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Oh okay! I knew I recognized your name. Good to hear from you! How's gamification going? #XPlap

TracyZordan Feb 24 @ 8:13 PM EST

@MrHennigar @Slapshot99 And a Quebecker! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:14 PM EST

@MrBaskwill Great way to deal with this is by adding a twist… They get right back in faster then you could imagine. Play is powerful! #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:14 PM EST

@MrHentzen I was scarred of the same thing. I decided to just take the plunge. #xplap

danklumper Feb 24 @ 8:15 PM EST

@ReadScience15 Great to hear! It's a powerful tool. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:15 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca ask a small group for ideas. Or add the ability to craft items. If they get approved they get some gold/free item. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2 will be in 2 minutes #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:15 PM EST

@carrieokieking I'll be going for it anyways, failure is a part of life, learn from it and make yourself better. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:15 PM EST

Anyone going to #ipdx16 in Portland, OR? Heading there now. #XPLAP

StudentsHistory Feb 24 @ 8:16 PM EST

Well said @mrmatera Play is so powerful fire keeping kids engaged! #XPlap

quilterliz Feb 24 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 I have 5 preps, so putting together a long-term game seems daunting! #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:16 PM EST

@MrHentzen Adjust your game when it is in progress. Don’t worry to much. I make changes all the time. Be fair and they won’t care. #XPLAP

MrHennigar Feb 24 @ 8:16 PM EST

@MrHentzen @carrieokieking important to model this to Ss as well! #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:17 PM EST

I made a change Monday and the Ss completely fed from it! #xplap https://t.co/VhSzS2AZYb

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:16 PM EST

@MrHentzen Adjust your game when it is in progress. Don’t worry to much. I make changes all the time. Be fair and they won’t care. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:17 PM EST

Here’s Q2 #xplap https://t.co/yZFPLDwSqn

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:17 PM EST

@quilterliz that's why I started small and am growing it as I go #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:18 PM EST

@carrieokieking <—— that is what I am talking about! Great job. Build it and they will come, Break it and it’s just part of the game! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: I think Theme helps develop the language for the conversations, badges and items. Ex. I have an MVF most valuable faction badge #xplap

MrBaskwill Feb 24 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: It drives what items/powers we create and use. Gives us a story line/theme to follow throughout the game #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:19 PM EST

@mrmatera definitely modeling the life long learner each day with them and they love that i call them my beta testers. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:19 PM EST

@MrHentzen @carrieokieking We are all here for you. Together the #XPLAP community will build some rocking units and classes.

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

a2) helps with character development too. I've had students obsessed with aliens, so we're going to have that. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @quilterliz That is a great plan! I try to add pieces each week #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: its the force behind all of my next moves and add ons. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

@Slapshot99 @quilterliz yup! I just started with 1 of my preps too. #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

a2) and the types of side quests should follow the theme/over arching goal of the storyline. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

Join in the fun on #XPLAP as we discuss game mechanics. #edchat #edtech #games4ed #gbl https://t.co/Pr5x0ai57Q

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:17 PM EST

Here’s Q2 #xplap https://t.co/yZFPLDwSqn

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @quilterliz One of the best ways to build. My first year my game was tiny by comparison to my game now. #Xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MrHentzen That is cool that you add in SS interests into your story line. Great idea! #xplap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2: helps character, curric, build creates excitement in class #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:22 PM EST

@MrHentzen As the main theme or just a fun drop in to the story. Could come with some crazy ideas! #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:22 PM EST

@mrmatera @quilterliz that's what I'm hoping to do is add to it as I go and as the kids get more into it add more and more. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:22 PM EST

Great answer about the importance of Theme in your gamified course design. Way to be a #XPLAP leader! https://t.co/RsGVsfQskc

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: its the force behind all of my next moves and add ons. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:23 PM EST

@emerritt74 I agree, It also adds curiosity as well #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2: theme creates a story where the ideas start flowing and your story begins #xplap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: my excitement increases Ss excitement #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:24 PM EST

@mrmatera not quite the main theme, but will play a significant role. idea- trying to communicate main learning objectives w/o words #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q3 coming in 2 minutes #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2:Theme is one of my favs. It creates the tapestry in which you will wrap all your students in. Helps drive all aspects of the game. #XPLAP

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:25 PM EST

#XPLAP A2 specific themes can drive all aspects of game naming. I've been keeping my theme less specific. I need to be more specific!

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:25 PM EST

@emerritt74 mine does too! #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:25 PM EST

@mrmatera probably some sort of conflict/battle as well. Maybe different alien races #xplap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:25 PM EST

@quilterliz @mrmatera doing a unit that looks like it will morph into multiple units. That's my goal but I don't have it planned out #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:26 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @quilterliz Oh man, I am freaking out here. I can’t wait to chat with you! So much to talk about. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:26 PM EST

Here’s Q3 #xplap https://t.co/zGZar8x1zT

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:26 PM EST

We battle mr. Freeze. They used vocab to build superheroes/villains using def as powers. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:27 PM EST

@MrHentzen there are so many ideas you could dive into on this one. Alien tech, worm holes, space ships. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: I award XP when Ss complete quests that build 21st century skills, PDL skills and teambuilding challenges or mini games #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

@emerritt74 that sounds like a lot of fun. What are some of the powers the villain has? #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 Part 1: SS received points this week for passing all SEs (I use SBG) on their unit test. #xplap

MrHennigar Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: I give small amount of XP for completing routine tasks and larger amount for positive attitude, helping others, and going beyond. #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

@mrmatera probably be on a space ship at the beginning, then crash on planet. have to develop our tech and survive. no lights at beg #XPlap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3:Trying to figure out for effectiveness. #XPlap

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3. The trickiest part is making XP more than just their scores on MC questions/quizzes/games. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:29 PM EST

Oh man! I so want to be in your science class. Talk with @KamFultz as she has some great science item ideas #XPLAP https://t.co/epE0NJpfwn

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

@mrmatera probably be on a space ship at the beginning, then crash on planet. have to develop our tech and survive. no lights at beg #XPlap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:30 PM EST

a3) probably for completing work on time, side quests, maybe the weekly skill from the school #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 P2: lower value of points was awarded when a S passed their retest. Win win Doubled the amount of Ss that usually retest. #xplap

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3. I frame my AP review after the Olympics and give them a "training plan" and then award points based on tasks they've done. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:30 PM EST

@StephGorges Yeah! Steph thanks for blogging about #XPLAP and joining our chat. Reviews, blogs and chats always helps spread the word.

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:30 PM EST

@quilterliz @GauthierRebecca Once you start, it is so addicting. I think about it all the time #xplap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:31 PM EST

#xplap we r studying WED, erosion would be a villain for ability to take from others https://t.co/LoR8CngDMm

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:28 PM EST

@emerritt74 that sounds like a lot of fun. What are some of the powers the villain has? #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:31 PM EST

@StephGorges Awesome! Could you award some XP for some olympic events…. I am thinking minute to win it challenges? #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:31 PM EST

Agreed! I added a side quest in last week for them to gain. #xplap https://t.co/4Pq3NW1UX3

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3. The trickiest part is making XP more than just their scores on MC questions/quizzes/games. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:31 PM EST

@Slapshot99 @quilterliz I hear you there! I wake up thinking about what to do next. #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3: Ss can earn team, individual, and bakery mission badges for varying levels of XP to reach 3 different levels at end of unit #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:32 PM EST

@StephGorges That is a great idea, what are some of the tasks that they have to do? #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:32 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @Slapshot99 @quilterliz Agreed with you both. My mind turns and I constantly think about how I could add to my game. #XPLAP

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:32 PM EST

@mrmatera We do this actually on our Sunday night reviews! I also give out "medals" for 1st, 2nd & 3rd. #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3 cont. Individual badges are given for PDL #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:33 PM EST

a3) might have skills that would award XP for completing certain things. i.e. radioactive = get 5 questions in a row right earn XP #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:33 PM EST

@mrmatera @GauthierRebecca @Slapshot99 @quilterliz For the past 8 weeks, mine has too! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:34 PM EST

@carrieokieking Sidequests are a great way to push them outside the bounds of your course and help them learn beyond the silo. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:34 PM EST

@tishrich Great idea! #XPlap

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:34 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Watch https://t.co/IdfLe2vZZh videos, read their review book, make a timeline... Shhh sometimes it's hard to truly track. #xplap

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:35 PM EST

#XPLAP A3 I like side quests with bonus XP on related trivia and discovering items in class

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q4 coming in 2 minutes #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:35 PM EST

@StephGorges @Slapshot99 Tell me about it. Like I said in the book, my “grading” of XP things is far quicker then assignments. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:37 PM EST

Here’s Q4 #xplap https://t.co/amxyFNAJ3i

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:37 PM EST

A3 cont. just launched Twitter adventure quest today! #xplap

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:37 PM EST

@MrHentzen that's a good idea too. I haven't really used it but you can load any YouTube video in, right? #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:38 PM EST

@tishrich Tell me more, tell me more #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:38 PM EST

@tishrich I want to know more too! #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4:Only way 2 beat the game is 4 their Faction collect as many XP as possible therefore they’re motivating eachother to do the quests #xplap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4 we have a leaderboard on my website w/ individual player and class team xp. Ss go on and check throughout the day. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: give badges that they keep in baseball card sleeve ( @mrmatera idea). team badges help with teamwork #xplap https://t.co/dbpiTyQIDJ

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:39 PM EST

A4: I inlcuded XP for Ss following the Social Contract and for 'checking' Ss that aren't to remind them. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4: Just had a high XP day doing a simulation… Battle of Marathon. Students worked together. #XPLAP https://t.co/oVCSfSpIUL

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:40 PM EST

a4) leaderboards, sticker badges they can put on their notebook/book cover #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:41 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Much like #xplap adv quest. Post trivia ques at random times & Ss answer on google form with code.

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:41 PM EST

@carrieokieking Much like #xplap adv quest. Post trivia ques at random times & Ss answer on google form with code.

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:42 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca I have a leaderboard so Ss are always checking to make sure update. It's a win win #xplap

StephGorges Feb 24 @ 8:42 PM EST

@Slapshot99 What do you do when your Ss do more "calling ppl out" for low effort vs truly motivating them? #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:42 PM EST

@teach_dmg @carrieokieking sweet Idea! #Xplap

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4 Tried Alliance level (class) raid; everyone complete specific quest to unlock a "Food Friday" - helped many, but fail in end :-( #XPLAP

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:43 PM EST

Better late than never. Dock me -10HP if necessary. Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:43 PM EST

@Slapshot99 @GauthierRebecca agreed! I have a big leaderboard as well. Students love it and check it all the time. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@StephGorges I made accountable talk bookmarks so that they use these to talk respectfully to eachother and set the expectations #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

a4) I might make a big printed leaderboard, tape the names in for each class. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@jvanscoyoc Great idea! Don’t give up on this structure. Did you debrief with the students to strategize how to win next time. #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@mrmatera @Slapshot99 and they come and tell me what class is in 1st between classes. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@mpilakow Glad that you made it, we missed you #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@Slapshot99 @StephGorges couldn’t agree more! #XPLAP

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4: I screenshot the leaderboard and put it at the top of our class agendas. Then I point out lead changes or major jumps #xplap

jvanscoyoc Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4 cont. Adding "Food Friday" reward card as individual, hoping to motivate fellow Ss. Its extrinsic, but hoping to light a fire #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

@MrHentzen Make sure you tweet an image of that. #XPLAP

mrgfactoftheday Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

Important lesson in gamification - make friends with people who know spreadsheet magic :) #XPLAP https://t.co/45wpLziDje

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:44 PM EST

@mrmatera @Slapshot99 and they come and tell me what class is in 1st between classes. #XPLAP

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

@Slapshot99 Missed you all, too! I was looking forward to this topic--will have to go back & read archives! #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

Here is Q5 #XPlap https://t.co/n4VkmkCEDS

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mrmatera @Slapshot99 yes @mrgfactoftheday is a spread sheet magician. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:46 PM EST

@mpilakow That is real time feedback love this ! #xplap

snicholson Feb 24 @ 8:46 PM EST

Leaderboards, while motivating for the best students, can be demotivating for those who need motivation most https://t.co/RJpIvMtIDI #xplap

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5: With @classcraftgame, they get new armor, pets, & powers available. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5: I have some desired items at high levels so that kids are motivated to level up because they want those items #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

@jvanscoyoc now that you have that food Fri currency you could develop a house item that says 1 or 2 people don’t have to complete it #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

A4 cont... @mrmatera spreadsheet on https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM is AMAZING! #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

a5) higher level items, maybe they get to have a snack during class #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 24 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5: next year my items will have specific levels attached so they can't jump straight to mythic weapons :p #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:48 PM EST

or maybe the leading guild gets to have a snack. #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:48 PM EST

Great Idea! #xplap https://t.co/2YiMdLKcTt

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4: I screenshot the leaderboard and put it at the top of our class agendas. Then I point out lead changes or major jumps #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:48 PM EST

Thanks! I think it is worth it. It took about 1000 hours of development. It has tons of features. #XPLAP #TLAP #GBL https://t.co/UsQ9hcl8zR

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:47 PM EST

A4 cont... @mrmatera spreadsheet on https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM is AMAZING! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5: I have 3 levels to achieve in each unit w/ diff privileges. Ultimate level Masterchef achieves mastery on unit summative #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:49 PM EST

@GauthierRebecca @Slapshot99 @mrgfactoftheday Call me a nerd but I think Spreadsheets are cool! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:49 PM EST

@MrHentzen Yes, I will use this tomorrow #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:50 PM EST

@snicholson I think it is all about your class and game culture you setup. I have had some students use them for micro goal setting. #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:50 PM EST

@mrmatera @Slapshot99 hey I totally get it! There are so many cool things you can do with spreadsheets. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5: Using the levels already built into @classcraft #xplap

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 24 @ 8:50 PM EST

Inferno #gamification Ss have been warned about Thurs' class but don't know about our Limbo contest on Fri! #XPlap https://t.co/8gOKWpVgVR

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:51 PM EST

@ReadScience15 I do that. This year I added some really high level items! Kids are drooling over the idea of them. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:51 PM EST

@MrHentzen built this one in and a student earned that power. It was like they had won the lottery. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:51 PM EST

Wow, the time is flying by Here’s Q6 #xplap https://t.co/iSQXuIl5aK

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:52 PM EST

@mrmatera @snicholson Agreed. I have some Ss very motivated by it, some aren't. Important to accept not all Ss may be motivated by it #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:52 PM EST

@carrieokieking my sheet shows major jumps and changes over time as well. Great to have micro leaderboards to help Ss see growth. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6: @mrmatera’s spreadsheet is the bomb!!!You can get it at https://t.co/jrLCEToalC #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:53 PM EST

@carrieokieking My 8th graders don't get to have snacks, and I hear about it everyday. They'd push mom down stairs to get this! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:53 PM EST

Thanks much… #Honored by the shoutout. It has so much to help develop your own game & get it off the ground. #XPLAP https://t.co/txJHS7dGnc

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6: @mrmatera’s spreadsheet is the bomb!!!You can get it at https://t.co/jrLCEToalC #xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 24 @ 8:53 PM EST

I use @mrmatera spreadsheet and have also tried @TechedUpTeacher which had some amazing scripts for item shop. #xplap

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 24 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6 Using a shared Google spreadsheet for our Inferno leaderboard. Nice to separate scoreboard from gradebook #XPlap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6: fairly new and still exploring the world of #gamification, i'm using the the tools @classcraft has built in to their system. #xplap

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6: I love @classcraftgame but have played with the Matera sheet & @TechedUpTeacher sheet. All of them are great! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:54 PM EST

Once again, Brian has done it. He takes a #TLAP lesson adds elements of #XPLAP & makes sure kids #LEARNLAP Awesome! https://t.co/ZyXxbNX90x

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 24 @ 8:50 PM EST

Inferno #gamification Ss have been warned about Thurs' class but don't know about our Limbo contest on Fri! #XPlap https://t.co/8gOKWpVgVR

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:55 PM EST

a6) haven't decided between classcraft or excel/google spreadsheet. Will probably depend on students tech at home #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:55 PM EST

A6: @mrmatera gamification database on https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM ! It will save you so much time and it will blow your mind! Genius! #xplap

emerritt74 Feb 24 @ 8:55 PM EST

A5: add powers or ammo or skins per level #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:56 PM EST

Last Question of the night Q7 #xplap https://t.co/PvSVXM974G

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:56 PM EST

Couldn’t agree more… Students like that they are free to play with out worry of the grade. #XPLAP https://t.co/KYVyrA57qF

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 24 @ 8:54 PM EST

A6 Using a shared Google spreadsheet for our Inferno leaderboard. Nice to separate scoreboard from gradebook #XPlap

GauthierRebecca Feb 24 @ 8:56 PM EST

Using Google Sheets as my leaderboard. @mrmatera's is awesome though! I have seen it #XPLAP

RESP3CTtheGAME Feb 24 @ 8:56 PM EST

@mrmatera Always have #tlap fun in classes, but I am personally enjoying the planning challenges of #xplap Adding new element to my course!

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:57 PM EST

a7) I'm thinking year long board, and quarter boards. Individual prizes for each #xplap

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:57 PM EST

A7: Throw in Easter eggs or hidden quests hidden around school. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:57 PM EST

@RESP3CTtheGAME I love the idea of playful planning that is discussed in the book. Glad you enjoy it too. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:57 PM EST

A7:Having mini games built in & simulations I also tell Ss that inorder to do this quest u must choose Ss that are at levels 3, 9,15 #xplap

mpilakow Feb 24 @ 8:58 PM EST

A7: Keeping it fresh goes beyond game. It's keeping class & lessons fresh. New games, new activities. #xplap

carrieokieking Feb 24 @ 8:58 PM EST

A7: side quests, unrelated topic fun learning, changing things up on them every so often……#xplap

ReadScience15 Feb 24 @ 8:58 PM EST

A7: top guild is always posted outside my room using their guild banner #xplap https://t.co/SBiA8upU5x

burgessdave Feb 24 @ 8:58 PM EST

2 minutes until #scitlap with @SciTeach7Davis Join in and look inside the random thoughts in her brain...SCARY!! #TLAP #xplap 8CST

tishrich - Moderator Feb 24 @ 8:59 PM EST

A7: give incentive at end of unit for highest scoring teams & indiv. XP builds but Ss turn in badges at end of unit & start over. #xplap

MrHentzen Feb 24 @ 8:59 PM EST

a7 maybe have a omputer crash that resets the lleaderbboard #XPlap