#games4ed Archive
#games4ed discussions cover ways in which gaming can be used in education. Games mirror the way the human mind was designed to learn. They motivate players to take risks and actions, persevere through failures, set and achieve increasingly difficult goals, and devote attention, time, and effort to acquiring knowledge and skills. All this while the game is tracking the player’s actions and assessing the player’s achievements and skills. Isn’t this what we want from education?
Thursday December 17, 2015
Hi , listening in. I make educational games (board, card, social, and digital).
It's time! Share your name, position, location, and what you're most looking forward to this break! https://t.co/h5s1eK84MJ
WElcome, Lorri! Happy to have you a-board! (Pun intended!) I'd love to know more about your games!
I'm here from Texas Helaina 7 math
Welcome, Mrs. Storie! Glad to see you here again!
Hi there! How's it going? Semester getting wrapped up?
glad to participate when I can
Hello Nick from Iowa, looking forward to the conversation
Garrett Zimmer with Founder of Here from Ontario Canada. Break- looking forward to talking with Ts and Ss
Hi, Nick! Should be a great one tonight! (Oh, who am I kidding? They all are!)
Hey is starting :) Unless you're going to StarWars... ;)
Welcome, Garrett! That's awesome. I know is a huge attraction for many Ts and Ss.
Hey follow tonight to see if there are any games that interest you that we might be able to play in the classroom
Hi everyone, Rachelle from Pittsburgh I teach Spanish and hummingbird robots, :)
Hola, Rachelle! Hummingbird robots sound very cool!
Chris, Westerville Ohio, K-5 , Chinese food for diner xmas night. Chia Thai baby!
Lori from VT, here in the Big Apple for a few days checking out some schools. Break--playing games with my two boys.
Hola :) They are, Ss do a great job w/ and infusing culture into it
Thank you Jared, big attraction - all good reasons for it too :D.
Kyle from SoCal teaching 10th World History. I love playing games in class.
Hi Im Sophie! Im one of Mr Isaacs students and Im form NJ!
A hearty holiday welcome all! Also, huge thx to who's filling in for tonight! Q1 coming ASAP!
Welcome back! Gotta love that Chinese food! That's an old tradition of mine as well.
And we'll be talking about our wish lists, too! Should be great!
Welcome, Lori, to both the chat and NYC (it's where I am as well!)
Drew 6th grade Lit! I'll be following along while trying to put two kids to bed😉
I'd love to talk more about it! My Ss do love games! :)
Thanks! I'm honored to be asked!
Welcome Sophie! I'm sure you love as much as we do.
Welcome, Kyle! I love playing games as well!
thanks! I think they are great tools for learning and reviewing content
Sounds awesome! Wish I could be there, too!
Q1 is up: "What's the best change/innovation you've done in the classroom this year?" Please remember to put A1 in your response!
We're willing to share your attention :)
JaredRLopatin MineGageEdu Thank you Jared, big attraction - all good reasons for it too :D. PBJellyGames
Absolutely! And what a sneaky way to get Ss learning. :)
A1: I added a spendable achievement point system (earned by positive person/social responsibility traits) that also effects Ss lvl
Hey there, Sophie! It's be great to hear some of your wish list tonight!!
Best change has to be adding Kahoot quizzes to the class. Great review. Really competitive. Gets kids to study beforehand
I'm watching chat... L gonna participate until I'm a nuisance
A1. Using in my Cloud School classroom
Oooh! Cool opening! bookmarked it.
Very cool. Students do love earning points. Is there a reward for the most points earned?
A1: Best change has to be adding Kahoot quizzes to the class. Great review. Really competitive. Gets kids to study beforehand
It may sound old school, but realizing the power of analog games in a 1:1 schl feels innovative--then rockin'
Kahoots are awesome. My Ss love them!
A1 Few things, new CR setup, bit of added w/ for span, & also new assmt tools to engage
How do your spend their achievements? Is this gold?
Are we the dark side or the light side? :)
A1: I used to use Kahoot all the time but I started using Quizizz and the students love the self pace and Aviator feature!
RT https://t.co/reBOcw7yyF Chris, Westerville Ohio, K-5 , Chinese food for diner xmas night. Chia Thai baby!
Chris, Westerville Ohio, K-5 , Chinese food for diner xmas night. Chia Thai baby!
NOT Sneaky. RANDY Pausch refered to it as something The learning is inconspicuous. Forget the Quote.
More of a token economy that can yield many different rewards based on accumulation of AP. Ties in impulse control
I LOVE ClassCraft. My Ss do too!
Oh, I love you for saying that! (I make board/cards games.)
A1: Gamifying! Also daily challenges (quizzes)--kids complain if I don't have one. Really! Re-aligning curriculum to UBD format
I'll have to look more into Quizizz! https://t.co/1GaX88oCc9
A1: I used to use Kahoot all the time but I started using Quizizz and the students love the self pace and Aviator feature!
I hope the light side... We're fighting for a proper future! Game based learning for all!!!
I play with them now and it's fun because their goal is to try and beat me as well. Lots of pride on the line
My kdis are really loving Quizizz. Also, I like for longer texts and bigger images. Both are great!!
Definitely love both, they ask me to assign the Quizizz HW. Love the memes
How did you change your CR setup? Any pics?
That is so cool to see them hooked
A1 building quad copters from scratch (not the program)
The memes can't be beat. https://t.co/FH88BmlSnH
I'll have to look more into Quizizz! https://t.co/1GaX88oCc9
A1: I used to use Kahoot all the time but I started using Quizizz and the students love the self pace and Aviator feature!
I like inconspicuous learning. Lessons are everywhere. The word lesson just has a bad rap. https://t.co/H1UFIZxd2a
NOT Sneaky. RANDY Pausch refered to it as something The learning is inconspicuous. Forget the Quote.
Except that I want an avatar, too! The Gamemaker needs an Avatar, dang it!!!!!!
Impulse control is a hard thing to work on. Have you seen greater success with the system?
Alrighty folks, Q2 coming out in a sec ! Until then, sing some Jingle Bells...
A1: my students came to me with the idea of making their own Memes our main idea...we stopped everything and did it!
Cool how do you get started. Any pics?
Truth! I actually created my own Gamemaker avatar in
Yes. Using it with interval tracking to show improvement with BIPs & RTIs.
Student created material can be the greatest motivation. https://t.co/1v7VvdBHdL
A1: my students came to me with the idea of making their own Memes our main idea...we stopped everything and did it!
Best tools to gamify have been it has soooo many features now
The batman smells version?
A1: Using as a foundation for games is one of my favorite innovations this year!
My students especially love the pets and boss challenges.
what subject? And how did you apply memes to the content? Sounds like a great idea
Taking to a whole new level. I want to see! https://t.co/Q7n4L85ga2
Truth! I actually created my own Gamemaker avatar in
A2: 1:1 for all... Makerspace labs with a strong STEAM focus... and teachers who are paid like coders.
Q2: Someone to come to Ames,Iowa and teach me how to gamify the heck out of my classroom
Absolutely! We don't do anything the traditional way around here!
Q2: "Money no object, what is on your classroom wish list?"
A2: Chromebooks. In a history class would be awesome! More research and writing. Hits CCSS ELA standards
I'd be happy to share it with you. The student progress feature is great for leveling up!
A2: more square footage in my room & a supply chest for 5 Pi centers...and a lime green slushy machine.
Just keep active in these communities, we all love to share and help Ts come on board. Many ideas!
I can't imagine gamifying without it. The Ss love the pets, the armor--and they're jrs & srs!
A2 device for all Ss w/access to wifi, more space for Ss to interact, access to to connect globally
My best advice is to pick up an Adventure Game, or Quest based game and think about how they do it.
A2: I want bean bag chairs and high desks so that students can sit at levels that are comfortable for them.
Alternatively connect with me we'll discuss. I'm always full of Ideas even out of minecraft and I love to share!
Q2 I'd love a Makerspace in our elementary, more STEAM materials, and Spheros!
JaredRLopatin MineGageEdu Thank you Jared, big attraction - all good reasons for it too :D. PBJellyGames…
can't go wrong with that!
A2 I like this edu games wish list (money no object). I add: "paid content"—software, stories, games. https://t.co/CsBoy5bz4H
A2: 1:1 for all... Makerspace labs with a strong STEAM focus... and teachers who are paid like coders.
we built hubsan quads using non-traditional frames
It's a great way to start. I'd also look at Jane McGonigal's TED talks and game. https://t.co/MDtjvMsYgI
My best advice is to pick up an Adventure Game, or Quest based game and think about how they do it.
A2: a private designer to bring my ideas to life, 1:1 MacBooks for my s's, and a partridge in a pear tree. Or maybe a CC avatar.
Interesting to see lots of teachers ask for 1:1. Time for funding to step up its game (pun intended)
She's incredible. I'll be your ally if you play!
A2 Just funds to be able to buy games for class online or tactile
A2: New furniture! A small group section for DI, sofas and lamps for work. All beautiful, sleek, with cute lap tables!
1:1 can be so tough to set up. Funding is essential.
Q2: Dot and Dash would be nice too, as well as Legos! And while we are wishing, a 1:1 initiative of tablets!
We're sadly still working on it for most of our tchrs :( I'm blessed to be 1:1
don't you think once it's setup though we are set for several years to come?
I love to team up w teachers (I'm a game designer/writer). Created history games w/ (6th gr, my sister).
everyone needs a humanoid companion
Those just joining, we're talking Wishes, Reflections, and Resolutions. Q2: Money no object, what is on your classroom wishlist?
Your name is great, for starters. Let's chat! https://t.co/xa4AicPVvc
I love to team up w teachers (I'm a game designer/writer). Created history games w/ (6th gr, my sister).
Q3: "What game/game-related product is on your wish list?"
A3 life size civilization game
WHAT! is that even a thing? Haha Please say YES!
A3 I'd definitely like some Legos and Dominoes. A huge supply of dice, spinners, and timers would be ideal too!
SIMS in real wouldn't that be real life
like live sized game of Clue?
I don't know. I've heard some weird things about the SIMS.
A3 Great question, a new game of Dark Tower :) although mine still works! just want more games to help Ss learn
like life sized game of Clue?
Someone was just saying a few weeks ago about creating that for her school!
A3:Game related product would be Has anyone done one?
I'm not a fan of the Sims Series, but it has SOME edu applications, hard to manage.
And a ball pit to throw them at people in. :)
A3 although must say looking fwd to a scavenger hunt this wknd! should be a fun game!
There are hundreds of board games that have math and problem solving to buy
Yep...Principal mysteriously dies & Ss figure out how/why
What kind of scavenger hunt?
I wish that could stay with you All but I have a Meeting I need to get started so have a Great Chat!
Better late than never! Welcome, Matthew!
Yes! I made my own and the kids LOVE it! Also had kids make one--they realized it's pretty hard!
I have heard some weird thing about real life
No worries! Thank you for popping by! Hope to keep in touch and see you at more chats!
BTW, Scott Nicholson is moderating escape rooms in January! It's gonna be AWWWEEESOME!
Humor/entertainment is key to effective learning.
Have you checked out ? Fun, gamified scavenger hunts! https://t.co/ATSdx1LadA
A3 although must say looking fwd to a scavenger hunt this wknd! should be a fun game!
I still have a plan to do that!
Not yet but on my way there now. Thanks!
a3: i told to some of my friends how to use redstone/ coommnad blocks well on mc
I want to participate in one and experience it first
No idea, a mystery. 1 organizer, grouping us in teams, list to find in 2 hrs, plus ugly Christmas sweatr
Q4: "Now that NCLB is out, what do you hope to see in education now?"
Nah, it's my own personal creation. I need to get it up to my website over the holiday
Looks very cool. Would be FUN to design one of these.
Well, the ugly Christmas sweater is a given. :)
If it could be controlled, SIMS is good for social stories for spec. Ed
I would like some "FREEDOM"
Q4 More hands on, experiential learning! These kiddos learn more by doing, exploring, and playing.
A4: I want to see it become state mandated. Not federal. Give schools some flexibility to create standards on student pop./culture
We'll tweet it out. Some stuff came up on schedule, might have to move January topics around ;) It's all good!
It's No Child Left Behind. The old government education act that was ousted this month. Lots of testing with it.
A4: personalized learning that inspires s's and t's to change our system to one that values innovation, community, & adventure.
A4: Teachers who feel like they more freedom to experiment
I'll write my Congressman, make sure he gets that in! A definite must!
Imagine: assessment that actually matches Ss's needs. https://t.co/kmg4ZPtPa5
A4: personalized learning that inspires s's and t's to change our system to one that values innovation, community, & adventure.
A4: Time to be innovative and creative instead of testing dictating what I ca do and can't do
A4: we can keep everyone on track
A4 life size doom playing field
A4: Please god, less testing. More opportunities than test to demonstrate stnadard mastery.
What we need in the new education act... https://t.co/GDQPQ6HDjB
A4: personalized learning that inspires s's and t's to change our system to one that values innovation, community, & adventure.
Could we please replace numbers-based testing with actual, useful assessments? https://t.co/uHB1aaMYuN
A4: Please god, less testing. More opportunities than test to demonstrate stnadard mastery.
A4: A return to hands-on science approach, rather than content reading.
Yes! Ss prefer that anyway!
Yep, I'm pushing Q5 out already. I know you can all keep up...or run multi-conversations at once! https://t.co/N6LXjrAXvv
I'm signing out my technology isn't working so well may be Star Wars interface
Sorry to lose you, but tech can be difficult. Have a great Jedi night!
A5 : i want to make all subject grade to A orA+
+ more effective. (I was the editor of SuperScience magazine in 80s—saw it first-hand, over and over.)
Q5 is up!: "What is a change you want to make in your classroom/pedagogy/life this coming year?"
Q5 I want to incorporate more student created games. They love Kahoot, but they like to make their own games for their peers more
Q5: I just want to become open to new things like "gaming" totally new to me but I need to learn it for my students.
A5: More standards-based grading. More QBL. Less "everyone together." More authentic audience. And to take over the world.
Hi all. Steve popping in while waiting for to deplane.
A5: I want to gamify the entire high school. Just a simple goal. :)
like math blisters and reader rabbit
Mechanics of gamers need to scaffold the learning! https://t.co/ih3vpZbXWi
We need more games that are DESIGNED for Edu. Mechanics scaffold the Learning.
What do you want to learn in those subjects? What are you most excited to learn about?
Hi, Steve! Glad to see you!
YES! Making games practices sooo many skills, stretches the brain AND imagination.
Me too! I want to get them invovled in writing narrative for our game...not sure how I'm going to do it quite yet.
Do you use Minecraft yet Mellissa?
is that a Jedi outfit in your avatar?
A5: Take more risks, and have my students experience "flow" more often and also present at a conference
Yay! We're talking about what change we want to make in classes/pedagogy/life next year
A5: effectively share the I'm finding thru my fellowship, & inspire others to take chances.
Also, has been pretending to be you. And doing a pretty darn good job!
mostly science. i just like science most because its fun!
No :( Looking for more ways to integrate it in 11-12 grade ELA. My own kids LOVE it
tons of interesting things
Trying my best to fill some big shoes. :)
Think big or...actually, there's no "or". https://t.co/ehSzZQEK3H
A5: I want to gamify the entire high school. Just a simple goal. :)
thanks for stepping in! We really appreciate it!
Truly, it's my pleasure. I'm thrilled to be asked!
Thank you and friends, must run. Great to hear teacher POV on games, esp needs/wants.
good question. It's me as the final boss in a student game
LOLOL! Yes, so easy! You can do that in one or two days of PD, no problem!
Q6: What topics do you want to cover in 2016? And who's willing to moderate?
Thank you for popping by! Hope to talk to you more!
Q6: what resources is everyone using to gamify their room.
you will likely be asked again :). It's like the roach motel
A6 favorite games that involve circles would be a great topic
A6: I would love to talk about how to differentiate games for varying Ss needs. And I would love to moderate again! This is great!
I feel that conversation could just go around and around...
It truly is a team effort. Thanks for being part of the team!!!
A6: the intersection of design thinking and games-based learning. So much overlap!
A6: Topics: Mini games, minecraft edu
how about best games to lose a limb
a6: wow.. this one is tough... i think topic should be should game related class should also created on high school/ elementary?
