#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday January 25, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Jan 25 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #XPLAP chat! Excited you're here! Tonight student's ask the questions! Please introduce yourself & invite your friends!
  • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Ivan K-5 NJ #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Tisha Richmond HS Culinary Arts & Small Learning Community Lead Medford, OR #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi from @KathiSueSummers, Oregon Online Teacher. #xplap @tishrich
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi! Love that you are becoming an #xplap regular! :-)
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:02 PM EST
    I enjoy learning. #xplap @tishrich
    In reply to @tishrich
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi there! Jaime from Indiana, here for my first #XPLAP chat!
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Ryan from IL, #STEAM teacher, manager of campus tech. Hoping for @WonderWorkshop for my kinders. #xplap
    In reply to @WonderWorkshop
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi! Rebecca from Nevada Hope you all had a great day today! #xplap
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Julie here! St. Louis FACS/Culinary teacher! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Jen here! I'm a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN! #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hey #XPlap crew! Heather 3rd grade teacher and EdTech teacher leader in Southern Oregon
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Gina from Cincinnati. Hi! SS and SCI sixth grade #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Thanks. Need a little time with my #gamification peeps. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi, Jay from NE, MS science. #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hi! Jocelyn, Music teacher in Ontario! Excited for tonight's #XPLAP chat! I think @chrisjcluff and @VirtualGiff should jump in, too!
    In reply to @chrisjcluff, @VirtualGiff
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Welocme to #XPLAP, Jaime!
    In reply to @JaimeABart
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Josh, 6th grade ELA teacher from Olathe, KS. #xplap
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Andre Daughty (pronounced Daug like how) from Oklahoma City! Hello #XPLAP
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi from MI. First #XPLAP chat!
  • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi everyone! Ashlee Elliott from Creek View Elementary in AL! #XPLAP
  • LeachTeach4 Jan 25 @ 8:05 PM EST
    #XPLAP Jamie, ELA at NMHS :-)
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Always so great to gather the #XPLAP crew together! Thanks all for joining in tonight's chat! 1st St Q coming in 2 minutes!
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hi Terra! Great to have you here on #xplap
    In reply to @TerraTarango
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Master Heebs - Scientia Terra , Middle Earth here! Just in time!#xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Welcome, Terra! Hope you enjoy the chat! #XPLAP
    In reply to @TerraTarango
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hi Jamie. @LeachTeach4 #xplap
    In reply to @LeachTeach4
  • skscsu Jan 25 @ 8:07 PM EST
    There is SO much to learn from failure! #isd750shares #BookSnaps #XPLAP #LeadLAP #LearnLAP #kidsdeserveit
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Wow! What a crew! Can't wait to launch our first student question! Here it is! #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hey everyone! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA and #games4ed co-mod. Enjoying my #snowdaypart2 #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Amazing! My news interview about Gamification in Edu went so well been viewed over 20K times! I'm so happy and grateful! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #XPLAP Mark G, 5th Grade T, from Southern NJ. #MinecraftMentor and #GBL enthusiast
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    The #xplap crew is awesome! I'm glad you found us!
    In reply to @aelliottcves
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Joining a little late and have to be a little sporadic. Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA. #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A BIG welcome then! #xplap
    In reply to @TerraTarango
  • chrisjcluff Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    whats going down? chris from ontario in the house #XPLAP
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #XPLAP Hi from @DrJohnHorner SW Mo -Nixa HS Speech/Debate
    In reply to @DrJohnHorner
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hello there Mr. Hentzen! Happy Wednesday to you! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: For me hands on activities are driven by the Ss. They choose. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: I love maker challenges, posing a Q or sit that kids need to solve - read PAX and Ss had to design and make prothesis for a fox #xplap
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #xplap Kimber from San Diego, joining while also on synchronous session for program evaluation.
  • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Good digital game-based learning uses interactive video games with educational content embedded into game design to engage S's. #XPLAP
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    We're chatting all about #gamification! #XPLAP
    In reply to @chrisjcluff
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #xplap Jestin HS science from Michigan. Just getting home from a late robotics practice
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #XPLAP Today I did a math activity with my 5th graders on a Zombie Apocalypse. Do calculations, and build a defensive fortification
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    #XPLAP Lego challenges and historical simulations are awesome for hands on
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hello from Wisconsin... Sorry I was late to #XPLAP the best chat and community around.
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hello! Alex Roscher, Business and Engineering at S. Medford Oregon #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
    How about my autopsy to train my future doctors. They even wear scrubs! They also build lifts to rescue baby hobbit!Super cool! #xplap
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Forgot the #xplap
    • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
      A1: Thats easy for a culinary teacher, we are in the kitchen as much as possible! In child dev we go to the local elementary & preschools!
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    This is one of my favorites! Putting questions in games, Ss have to answer to continue #XPLAP
    • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
      A1: Good digital game-based learning uses interactive video games with educational content embedded into game design to engage S's. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    a1) we've made submarines (kinda), egg drop, bottle rockets, rube goldburg machines. still to come, flitering urine, heat shields. #xplap
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: apply learning to solving real world problems so it is hands on and relevant #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Love Lego challenges... #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:11 PM EST
    #XPLAP I had students create and market their own products for a persuasive presentation. Twist: The product couldn't exist currently.
  • MrsLedford6Eng Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: I always struggled with this in Eng ckass until I found escape rooms. It's a perfect hands on engaging experience. #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Sometimes handson can be tough in ELA. Blackout poetry and collage poems are student faves. #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Hands-on in Music could include rhythm compositions w/ found instr's, melodic composition, music theory manipulatives... #XPLAP
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    #XPLAP Or build models, measure to nearest cm/mm. Ask how big would it be to scale? 10x bigger, 25x? Place value and multiply decimals
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: This is my latest. I'm kind of obsessive about hands on! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Hands on with the designs of the game. How they were created, how they work, works great with my #RobotEDu #STEAM lessons. #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Wow! No wonder you need a palm tree with your name ;) #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: at kinder read three little pigs and then construct model houses that can't blow away #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Awesome design challenge. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:12 PM EST
    there is an exploravision competion that I did last year that might interest you. #xplap
    In reply to @DrJohnHorner
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: With my K Ss for the E in STEAM, I let them use Contraption Planks to build structures. Ex: Bulid a ramp with a curve in it. #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Been looking forward to this all day!! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    #xplap I <3 fusing lit and soc studies into tech projects that let Ss use their imagination -- green screen reenactment, lego animation, etc
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Vietnamese cuisine on menu today in culinary 3. Students chose recipes, planned and prepared! #xplap
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    thanks Tushar, glad to be here. Walking dog, and not too cold that I can't type! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Ss love this!! Operated on oranges as patients, Capri Sun were used as bags of ā€œbloodā€ #XPLAP
    • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:10 PM EST
      How about my autopsy to train my future doctors. They even wear scrubs! They also build lifts to rescue baby hobbit!Super cool! #xplap
  • MPunzenberger Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Genius hour! Best lessons come from the learners #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Great answer! Wish I would've thought of it! #xplap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    @tishrich I want to come be a judge. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Is escape rooms like BreakoutEDU? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Looking good as they design the past #xplap style
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    I love this! They could write a "jingle" too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @DrJohnHorner
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    #xplap
    • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:13 PM EST
      problem solving situations.Tomorrow will be a zombie apocalypse& have to tell what time it'll be when they turn into a walker after bitten.
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    I always love seeing photos of what your students make! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: scenarios and role play - turn any lesson into a story or a game to make it hands-on #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Sweet ideas guys... #XPLAP
    In reply to @jkervs, @DrJohnHorner
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Nick from Iowa,sorry I'm late #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    I made. Corpse with real organs lol. I'm kind of weird that way #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: Designing and 3D printing cars and trains! #XPLAP
  • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Yum! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Escape Rooms is what @breakoutEDU came from. #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR, @MrsLedford6Eng, @breakoutEDU
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    We are off to a great start! I'm inspired already! Q2 coming in just a minute! Great time to join in #tlap #kidsdeserveit #ditchbook #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: We always take a "trip" up Mt. Everest to get a better idea of the setting of our novel. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:15 PM EST
    a1) on a sort of related note,I finished my first digital breakout today. https://t.co/0NLmzMvEr7 #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: I think one awesome thing about #gamification is that you put students on teams that mean so much more to them. #emersion #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Hey there Nick!! How much snow over there? #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Congratulations...#xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:15 PM EST
    You are the first one to realize that! That is why it's there right now. Maybe soon back 2 a flower 2 remind me of spring! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: tell Ss what needs to be studied/learned and challenge them to give ideas to make it hands-on #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Here's that 2nd student question of the night! #xplap
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1. Project Based Learning! PBL offers greatness. https://t.co/lBfCZLxCdh is a great place to get started on your PBL journey. #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:17 PM EST
    one is recreational and the other is having learners use critical thinking and PBL. #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR, @MrsLedford6Eng, @breakoutEDU
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: Ss love side quests aka culinary/bakery missions. Not required, but great opp to demo learning in creative ways for XP! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: I usually have a list of "in depth" learning challenges for Ss to tackle. #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    #xplap A1 Lego challenges, models, simulations w/Ss running or moving, wet sand models
  • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    #xplap
    • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:17 PM EST
      Q2: I LOVE digital Breakout EDUs for enrichment or early finishing! #xlap
  • MPunzenberger Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: One of the beautiful things about #PersonalizedLearning is that learners co-create learning plans. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Q2: This is where #gamification really shines. From Sidequests to Adventure Paths there is always something to be done in an #XPLAP class!
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Thank you for sharing. I think this is the first digital version I have seen. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    #xplap I usually have a "wish list" of projects, it can range from organizing class library to piloting new ideas and giving feedback.
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I stole this idea from @tishrich! It is great! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
    • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:17 PM EST
      A2: Ss love side quests aka culinary/bakery missions. Not required, but great opp to demo learning in creative ways for XP! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Holy cow (literally?) That is so cool! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHebertPE
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: I have a board that says "I'm Done, Now What?" where Ss have options to choose from #xplap
  • MPunzenberger Jan 25 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: cont. Once learning target is reached, its onto the next or digging deeper #XPLAP
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    #XPLAP Give Ss opportunities to play, commercial over the counter games, then deconstruct for game mechanics and integrate into Ss products
  • EduGladiators Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    šŸ‘©šŸ»ā€šŸ’» Don't miss our last chat of Rethinking Discipline series: PBIS SATURDAY! #EduGladiators #edbeat #fledchat #miched #NoVAedchat #XPLAP
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2. Phones and talking is perfect!!! Channel their thinking by offering challenges to investigate the answers and talk it out. #XPLAP
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: ask them to make a connection between what they just did and something they learned in another class #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Do more side quests or take an adventure quest or create something, have a little maker space place in the classroom #xplap
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    #XPLAP a2) I ask students to share what they completed/learned; help struggling students; or ask an "impossible" ? to further my learning
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Did you use a template that I could find online? Thanks. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • beatris_mata Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 Work should never be over, there should always be something for ss to do. ex. Makerspace, Classroom challenges, Ongoing projects #xplap
  • MrWawczak Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Going into some #tlap items prepare challenges for Ss (not extra work). And hey, they can talk and use phones/technology #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: I love the #infopic challenge. Great side quest to find something, take a snap and create something inspiring. #xplap
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 cont. Not busy work though. Keep it authentic for the students! Scenarios work GREAT! #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: If we have a couple extra minutes, we play minigames...Tribond or 5-second rule are quick and easy ones. they earn XP from it. #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: We do a lot of side quests. Kids love to earn points for their team. Here are some of their projects https://t.co/ON6bH2b76Y #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Side-quests for sure! (Have to get personally better at designing these) #XPLAP
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    #XPLAP School is too precious to waste w/ downtime. Plan accordingly, make class time as enriching & engaging as possible, keep challenged
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: there should be some sort of ongoing project to be done, preferably a group effort. When finished students can continue that work.#XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: I really want to work on authentic sidequests this summer to provide solutions to this, too #xplap
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:21 PM EST
    #xplap A2 v2 -- also, what's wrong w/occasional down time? If Ss aren't interested in my wish list, they can chill for a few minutes.
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Hey everyone sorry I'm so late hope everyone is doing awesome #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:21 PM EST
    #xplap I'm trying bring back #geniushour (Legendary Quest) and encourage them to MAKE games rather than play games
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Boom! I agree and is another reason that #XPLAP and #gamification works so well.
    In reply to @MGrundel
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Wow, a great convo is underway! Q3 coming in 2 minutes! Remember to use #XPLAP thread! I think some may be using XLAP instead..
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    That's not too bad. 10 here. Won me two days off school and a good shoveling workout! #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Adam! So glad to have you back here tonight. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: I think I'll design ongoing "Listening Journal" for Music students with downtime. Listen, respond, share great music selections #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: I have a creepy clown that issues puzzles, hidden cards with AR clues, side quests and bonus missions and optional lunch time too #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I just watched your Perisope before the chat! Very cool.. and the student engagement was amazing! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHebertPE, @RLTaylor94
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Love geniushour... Right now in the Greece unit students can create their own quest... A bit like genius hour. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Hiya Adam! Happy Wednesday, my friend! #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2 having options for students to explore or create around what we are leaning about in class #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: a new idea I've played with are #booksnaps in down time. Engaging and creative. Can be used for vocab, fig. lang., etc. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    You just handed me an amazing new tool! Thank you very much! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Perhaps a good @bloxelsbuilder opportunity... #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @bloxelsbuilder
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    #XPLAP A2 @GamestarMech @scratch @gamefroot are awesome for extra time!
    In reply to @GamestarMech, @scratch, @gamefroot
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: an ongoing collaboration project is good- once had a captain America made out of sticky notes on a wall, took 3 months! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Hello Melissa glad to have you here! #XPLAP power is greater when we all work together!
    In reply to @mpilakow, @MrBold05
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I do too, or ways to use those other distractions as tools for the good of the class #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Super duper love this--do you have anything started? #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Love it, I have not had a chance to do this yet in class but would love to give it a try. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @jvanscoyoc, @bloxelsbuilder
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Launching student Q3! Keep up the awesome! You are all amazing! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    haha, I got it from someone else in this chat, don't remember who though. I hope it works well for you! #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I started doing this this year. The Ss LOVE it! #xplap
    In reply to @MGrundel
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I am working on creating s class for ms around this #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Me too. Not sure I can mix it with ELA well, but would be great sidequest... #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @jvanscoyoc, @bloxelsbuilder
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:25 PM EST
    My own sons really dig it #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @jvanscoyoc, @bloxelsbuilder
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: In programming, I like to have kids help one another. You really understand a concept if you can explain it to someone else #Xplap
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3. Set the culture up in the class where every Ss has a voice, although quiet. Use Gallery Walks, Today's https://t.co/32KuYGMBKF #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: I would hard to conference with students weekly... Anything from content to their life to make sure we are all working together. #XPLAP
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Not really/yet. I have old versions of ones I've used in the past, but I don't love them. Need some revision/updating. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Join us on #XPLAP chat tonight where all the questions were created by Ss on engagement! #ditchbook #tlap #IM549c #learnlap
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: I love to personalize learning with my Ss. I arrange 1 to 1 mtgs. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A1: Which is really a question- What are sidequests? Thanks! #xplap
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: We play a game for 10 minutes each day at the start of the semester! 30 sec. questions. I talk to each Ss individually. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Love this Andre! Doing things like a gallery walk can really help many students feel empowered. #XPLAP
    In reply to @ardaughty
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: Google Classroom's private messaging is awesome for this! #xplap
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: make think, pair, share the standard so all kids have chance to talk and make meaning #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: I keep a conferring schedule to make sure that I am checking in with feedback, comment on google docs,feedback on growth #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Please tell me how you do this! It sounds amazing! #XPLAP
    • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:22 PM EST
      A2: I have a creepy clown that issues puzzles, hidden cards with AR clues, side quests and bonus missions and optional lunch time too #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Have faith...it will come!! I believe!! #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @Slapshot99
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 cont... Google Docs, shy Ss can still be quiet and carry a loud digital voice! Allow Ss to scribe (sticky notes) & type thoughts. #XPLAP
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: Students keep a blog and responding to posts gives me quick access and a one-on-one conversation #Xplap
  • spanish_jones Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2 @GetKahoot @quizziz_dot_com @quizlet or other fun on topic games! #XPLAP
    In reply to @GetKahoot, @quizziz_dot_com, @quizlet
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    heard of not used yet! Some commercial games w/light content works, ask them to add more science background #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @bloxelsbuilder
  • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Q3: Ts have to find their passion and connect through that. When their learning is centered around what they love, they will open up! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: Like to use tools like @cellyme to have back channel discussions for all. Many cool #gamified things you can do with it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @cellyme
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: I do side talks and use @Seesaw for feedback and Ss continuing work. #xplap
    In reply to @Seesaw
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #xplap I like online tools to help reach the quiet folks that don't want to be singled out. Disc forum, or a Google chat on a shared Doc
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    You and your students would love it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @cellyme
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    a3) they can ask me questions on google classroom if they don't want to in class. Also there are quizzes on there to check #xplap
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3. Padlet is another Web Tool that'll allow shy voices to be heard through typing too. #XPLAP
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Hi all...Robert Petitto from GA #latetotheparty #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: I also started using Goodreads this year for reading responses. Great time to give Ss feedback/advice on books #xplap
  • MrWawczak Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: Set time for 1 on 1 meetings, flexible seating, small group work (for all Ss benefit) #xplap
  • spanish_jones Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 - Google Form, discussion questions, draw names, check lists --- figuring out what their interests are. #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: I do daily small group work for reading and math. It really allows me to connect more individually with my Ss #xplap
  • MrWawczak Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Give Ss time. Not all Ss open up as quickly as others #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    I second this! #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • MGrundel Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    #XPLAP I love using games to bring SS personalities out. We use @classcraftgame and take on our avatars personas. Projected Personalities
    In reply to @classcraftgame
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    All good ideas and we should make sure we are taking the time to have these options for students. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrWawczak
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Chat with Ss while they are working using @goformative or @Google some of my best conversations with kids! #xplap
    In reply to @goformative, @Google
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: find out what they like,connect personally with 1:1 conferences, communicate thru journals.I do "what I need from Ms.B" post its #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3:giving time to Ss to open up (in writing so they dont need to infront of peers) get to know them better use to create relationship #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    a3) also try to walk around and check their work during class to make sure they're doing ok #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Our cooking teams of 4 really allow students to have a voice within their group. Collaboration is key in my culinary classes. #xplap
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #xplap A3 v2 Also, if class is truly engaged, there's more time to hang with those that are trying to fly under radar.
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Not sure if anyone answered. They're tasks/projects that are available for Ss to choose if they want #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    So many options to use this tool in our classrooms. Glad to hear you are using it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @cellyme
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #XPLAP a3) I tell kids I'm hard of hearing and they have to speak up. Rule is if someone else is talking - RESPECT THEM. LISTEN then respond
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    In my class sidequests are extra challenges that earn extra points toward their overall team score. Dig deeper in the content #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    This is my favorite! Especially at night when they are doing homework. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3 I know as an introvert having deeper covos one on one can go a long way and try to find time for them #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Back-channel chat options (Padlet, GForms, GClassroo, TodaysMeet) plus one-on-one chats as kids are arriving for class/Band. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Great questions tonight on #xplap Q4 is coming soon! Join us! #edchat #games4ed #smedfordhs
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: I can connect w/introverted students by remembering that quiet doesn't mean a student is not engaged and not thinking. They are. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:31 PM EST
    helps when a harder convonneeds to be had #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Here's student question 4! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: To get Ss focused on listening and the quality of their responses, I started making my Ss stand up. It's awesome and effective #XPLAP
  • spanish_jones Jan 25 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Love back channel chat - great idea! #xplap
    In reply to @jkervs
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Thank you. I hadn't heard that term before. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • beatris_mata Jan 25 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3 Introduce them to an online community... Have quiet zones in the room- respect the space the SS need in order to open up... #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    #xplap A3 Some Ss message in Schoology
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4 have them look the info and share with the rest of the class #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: like the individual chats in Google and voice feedback in #Kaizena And bringing their interests to the forefront in games #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: Make the info you are giving important, use as vital piece in your game, gross/gooey facts are also winners! :) #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: Answer is #HyperDocs make your notes complete with interactive lessons and yes, allows student leading. More effective. #xplap
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: We do a Kahoot before the lesson and students take their score. Then again after the lesson. They love to see the change! #Xplap
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: don't give all the answers, give clues and let them discover the answers #XPLAP
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 have students find info that they didn't previously know and share #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    #xplap I knew my hydrology prof was saying something good when he started puling on his hair, lol. Make it a moment!
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    a4) try to get tricky things to happen in class. Had a "magic" wand move another bar without touching it for electricity unit #xplap
  • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Q4: Researching incredible fun facts on the topic that you are teaching. Adding in "did you knows..." throughout the lesson! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 I try and make lessons where they are working to discover information through choose your own adventure slides to @breakoutEDU #xplap
    In reply to @breakoutEDU
  • spanish_jones Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 - I create in-depth stories & we discover the notes together. In Spanish - the kids feel like they are creating the language! #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 Make information necessary to level up with digital games online. Ss play over and over remembering info. #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Was a 50/50 in 4th grade, but joys in 5th. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Cool! My students in HK and Taiwan always did that. Created an instant air of respectful listening among peers, too. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: I like to have Ss do jigsaw activities that create the "ah ha" moments among themselves. #xplap
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: build up anticipation in the classroom, present the material in a WOW fashion...teachers can rap/use music, use props/costumes #XPLAP
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 For me it's personal learning. Things like genius hour allow Ss to share passion. W/ lectures, gotta use narrative & discovery #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: We started Sketchnoting this year and my 3rd graders LOVE it! They even want to hang them up and take them home to show Ps! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: Notes are great, but storytelling is timeless. Today I spent 70 min storytelling. No visuals. Ss asked for a encore. "Best Class" #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    The chat is moving fast tonight and loving every minute! Q5 coming up in just a few! #xplap
  • beatris_mata Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 sketch notes- show as how to take notes using graphics and key words #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: I follow up notes with some assignment that they will need notes for. They can also use notes on daily challenges #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: #HyperDocs have been another game changer for me as they are interactive and have great pedagogy built in #XPLAP
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #XPLAP a4) i make students connect concept to their experiences: usually, done in small groups pick best answer and explain. Starts dialogue
  • MrsLedford6Eng Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    I agree, it's about the hook! #xplap #tlap
    In reply to @JaimeABart
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4. Try your best to make it authentic. If Ss see how objectives relate to their current lives & outside of school = powerful! #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Storytelling is an art that the Ss really love if you know how to do it. Part of being a performer for sure. #xplap
    • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4: Notes are great, but storytelling is timeless. Today I spent 70 min storytelling. No visuals. Ss asked for a encore. "Best Class" #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Nailed it! So true! #xplap
    • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
      A4. Try your best to make it authentic. If Ss see how objectives relate to their current lives & outside of school = powerful! #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #xplap
    • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4: I have turned PPTs into blind Kahoots. Its a teaching tool and I have data to see where they are! xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:36 PM EST
    my Ss remember classes where I'm in costume better. Keep asking me when Commander Helios and Dr. Fuhlengut are coming! #xplap
    In reply to @JaimeABart
  • MrBold05 Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
    I did this with #sketchnoting kids loved it and thought them a new way to take notes that has drawn unengagade Ss in #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
    I love it! Ss asked when the next story will be... Another Ss said this is like English class but with true stories #XPLAP
    In reply to @kimber_johnston
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4 in #gamification, use notes as a part of the story. "Gotta help the old wise man retain knowledge so the kingdom can be restored." #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4: #sketchnotes has been cool to start using. Material sticks with Ss when combining notes and doodles #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
    TRUE WORDS my friend. #XPLAP
    • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:37 PM EST
      agreed! Reminds me of an old adage: Teaching is 90% theater, 10% preparation.
      In reply to @mrmatera
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:38 PM EST
    OMG, when I made my daily agendas into a hyperdoc, WOW. Love those things! #xplap
    In reply to @Slapshot99
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Can't believe it's time for Q5 already! Here is the next student question! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:38 PM EST
    I will have to give this a try. #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: I have used my own experiences to drive budget projects and lesson. I owe it to @classroomchef and @MathDenisNJ #xplap
    In reply to @classroomchef, @MathDenisNJ
  • PrincipalNyberg Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    When you're waaaay late for #xplap.... No use trying to sneak in :) Brant from Wyo
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: With my K Ss, I reused the same graphic organizer during the week. We added new things we learned about a concept to it. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5: Ss run companies in my class: Bank, design firm, market, police. Have budgets and run the businesses #XPLAP
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5 Learn real life skills in class? YES! Design thinking 100%. Find a problem that needs solving and do it. Iteration is key! #xplap
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Family & Consumer Science & Business Ed classes! All practical arts! #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5: not only is it possible, but it's our obligation to bring the real world into our classrooms. #xplap
  • aelliottcves Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Q5: Absolutely! My classroom runs on a classroom economy. My 3rd graders pay rent, get pay checks, earn daily money! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5: I know you have heard me say this time & time again, Purpose Driven Learning is real world learning. https://t.co/M7knTGYse8 #XPLAP
  • TeachingInFocus Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A little late- Ashley here, Professional Learning Developer from CA > DC > FL #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: Its all about what the 'real world' is for your kids, looking for connections & bld in pieces, above all teach critial thinking #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: Absolutely! I try to connect everything to either college or real world. Students deserve to know the why behind everything we do #xplap
  • PrincipalNyberg Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5. (sniff) Smells like authentic learning to me. Why not give it a try? #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: I love that about teaching culinary. Some may choose career in culinary, but cooking is a life skill that is valuable to anyone. #xplap
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    #XPLAP q5) in debate learning to ask the right questions is as important as the answers - much like life.
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: Definitely! My Ss have balanced budgets, created products and businesses, learned how to write opinion letters to our politicians.#xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: In my game I have a WOF outlet store built in and kids have to manage it #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
    a5) math class had to plan a party, design a house. Ss, this year had to write checks to buy rocket parts (next year = credit cards) #xplap
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    we have an edcamped class so everyone has to learn knowledge #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: Ask Qs that make THEM find connections in the info! Tell stories! #XPLAP
  • A_Rosc Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A5: This is my department! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Agreed, many of the elements of a #gamified classroom run directly into the real world. Love how much it pushes Ss #XPLAP
    In reply to @aelliottcves
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: run a mock city with Enterprise City. Very fun and informative for all #XPLAP
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A5. Yes! (coughs) Project Based Learning provides those authentic real world experiences! #realtalk #lifechanging #XPLAP
  • PrincipalNyberg Jan 25 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Rock On! Makes the old math teacher in me smile :) #xplap
    • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:40 PM EST
      a5) math class had to plan a party, design a house. Ss, this year had to write checks to buy rocket parts (next year = credit cards) #xplap
  • TeachingInFocus Jan 25 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5 Should transfer to real life & made authentic! List would make great transfer tasks 4 math an assessment @ multiple grade levels #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: To do those things, you'll need skills such as critical thinking, growth mindset, and organization. Those skills fit class work. #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A5: Real-world music=investigating how to get a song on iTunes, or to a producer. Who gets paid? How much? Careers connected to Music #XPLAP
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:42 PM EST
    #xplap A5 Absolutely. Have had Ss write biz plans, create product, sell, reconcile with "bank", pay vendor fees, iterate product.
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:43 PM EST
    it is a mandatory class for the major #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I'm going to be spending lots of time reviewing all these great thought and ideas later...can't keep up! Q6 coming in just a minute! #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:43 PM EST
    What is a Kahoots? Thanks! Learning lots of new stuff tonight! #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I really hate the videos I see on social media saying schools don't teach that info. I've always tried to #xplap #kindaoffended
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Love it! I've had them create a Music conference, build a budget for a concert or show, plan the Music Banquet, etc. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A5: In the past, I set lab classes up as a business with department. Ss had to interview, etc.#xplap
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A5: I hire kids to work w resumes job interviews work sched and pay days. I love it lol. Janitor is an awesome position - clean room #xplap
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A5: most lessons should connect real world. If content can't, must add other real-world skill to content (collab, communication) #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    This crew is AMAZING! Here's student Q6! #xplap
  • mrterborg Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    It's either a good way to eat as a single or attract someone .... #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A5 In FL, we had students learn vocab related to service projects, then planned and executed them. They had to recap the experience. #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    #xplap A5 engineer models w/budgets. I.e. build renewable energy source or rocket with sim. w/constraints on tech or $
  • PrincipalNyberg Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Yes, yes, yes! This guy gets it. I want my kid in his class. #xplap
    • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:14 PM EST
      A1: We always take a "trip" up Mt. Everest to get a better idea of the setting of our novel. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Go to https://t.co/OpgF170jqd your students will love it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @R_CILR, @rice_julie
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I did the same...helped many a S in the real world. #xplap
    • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:44 PM EST
      A5: I hire kids to work w resumes job interviews work sched and pay days. I love it lol. Janitor is an awesome position - clean room #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6: When you love what you are doing and you make it interesting, it shows. If your bored, they are bored #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: had a lit class explore satire in political writing during election and then write their own. Results were spectacular. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Thank you! This will be great to add to my toolbox! #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A6: My good friend told me that you should always be hunting the joy in life. Now, I choose to say that to myself "Hunt the Joy" #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: If it's boring for the T, it's boring for the S! I try to make it fun for me so that it's fun for them! #xplap
  • rice_julie Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    So true! #xplap
    • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:45 PM EST
      A6: When you love what you are doing and you make it interesting, it shows. If your bored, they are bored #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: I don't know how else to say Gamification for this. I cannot be upset in my class ever. I'm so amped to go to work each day. #xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    That's how we ended our last day of Semester 1 today! Kids go nuts for @GetKahoot games. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @R_CILR, @rice_julie, @GetKahoot
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6 put something you are interested in into what you are doing #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: Don't hate me... I sometimes think about doing a bit more work at home so at school I can feel more relaxed and chat with Ts #XPLAP
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Thank you! I will bookmark that link! Great stuff in the chat tonight! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @rice_julie
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: Meditation. I do it for a few minutes during prep. Also, being organized. It's hard to focus and be calm if you're not #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    a6-1) If Ss are working hard, I'm going to be in a good mood. I saw someone say they put "TJK" on wall to look at when frustrated #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Hope you come back next week as there is always great stuff in this chat! #XPLAP is an awesome place to call home.
    In reply to @R_CILR, @rice_julie
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A6: I do a morning reflection. What am I so excited for and what didn't work yesterday and make it work today and beyond. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Thank you! Sounds like fun! #XPLAP
    In reply to @beatris_mata, @rice_julie
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6-2) "TJK" stood for "their just kids". Good for me to remember sometimes. #xplap
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6. "Fake it til you make it." in some cases...lots of coffee in others. Honestly, I just share my passion with the kids...rubs off. #xplap
  • polonerd Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Hey #miched #xplap Join us in about 12 min as @MaineSchoolTech & I welcome @jonbergmann as our GM for #1to1techat
    In reply to @MaineSchoolTech, @jonbergmann
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    I do that with grad students #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6: Gamification helped, made me make sure I was always on my game, and making relevent choices of work/research for Ss #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6: This sign hangs in my room as a reminder to me and my students...#xplap
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Thx! We had a great time. Also tie in copyright laws. So many layers! #XPLAP
    In reply to @ardaughty
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6 Ss deserve a teacher who genuinely jones off of inspiring young minds. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6: You need to believe in what you do... bring it into the classroom. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Too late! I have been given a link to website! It sounds amazing! #XPLAP
    In reply to @ardaughty, @rice_julie
  • TerraTarango Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: is you establish healthy connection w Ss, then on the occasional off day, be honest with them and ask them to cheer you up! #XPLAP
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    #xplap A6 gave up caffeine when I started teaching. Now if I have a coke, my kids NOTICE. It's a situation! but also fake 'til you make.
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: Make friends at work... I love my team @BradDunning @AGoTeach and @KamFultz truly living the dream. Thanks @PamelaNosbusch #XPLAP
    In reply to @BradDunning, @AGoTeach, @KamFultz, @PamelaNosbusch
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: Ss see your passion. See the good in every Ss and roll with the punches. Teaching is about being flexible and WANTING to be there #xplap
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    #XPLAP a6) Leave bad at the door. Let the bad go while here. If you want, it will still be there when you leave. Need a counselor? Tissue?
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6. Also explain to ss every lesson won't be exciting. Sometimes it's boring but it is building the foundation to something better. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    My recent blog post on joy and passion https://t.co/YU60844rld #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:49 PM EST
    It's awesome, I even have students making their own! #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR, @ardaughty, @rice_julie
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:50 PM EST
    #xplap A6 if we aren't having fun we're doing it wrong #gamification #playlap
  • JudiHolst Jan 25 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A6: When I'm having a bad day, I rock the music at beginning of class. Then we play a warm up game that I know will make us laugh. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Thanks for the Follow tip! And the info! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jkervs, @mrmatera, @rice_julie, @GetKahoot
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Say it isn't so....we are approaching our last question. Coming in just a moment #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A6: Read #zenteacher and take care of yourself and meditate #XPLAP
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6: Struggling with this lately! Need to add more "me time" and balance better. Looking into how to do a #teachingdetox of some sort! #XPLAP
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6 Try new things in class, take risks, laugh at yourself. Kids will laugh at you too. At that point, it's just laughter and fun #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6 cont. You also need to have humor and allow Ss to display humor. #xplap
  • PrincipalNyberg Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6. When my day starts going south, I just go hang out with the kids. Their awesomeness is contagious. #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    TY for the invite back! I love anything Pirate! I just need to be more organized so I remember the chats!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @rice_julie
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A6 I dance a lot and I mean A LOT #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Yes #zenteacher by @thezenteacher is a huge help to me... one of the best reads you can find. #XPLAP next of course!
    In reply to @Slapshot99, @thezenteacher
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Last student question on #xplap ....
  • ardaughty Jan 25 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6 cont. It'll also prepare Ss for real life. Some jobs are boring! They can prepare to choose wisely. #XPLAP
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6: More coffee... #xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:52 PM EST
    That is great to know it is possible to collect formative data. Thanks!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @TracyMailloux, @GetKahoot
  • JudiHolst Jan 25 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A6: Today, we talked about nervous habits in public speaking. I let the kids make fun of mine first. Creates interest! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A7: Love to give my Ss several choices to help them find their best possible way to show me what they have learned #XPLAP
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A7 YES...student choice. Ss are more likely to put in the effort when they have a say. #kidsdeserveit #xplap
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Got a GIF of this to share? #xplap
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • kimber_johnston Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #xplap A7 give Ss voice. Not just student choice but student governed class, student developed project. I <3 QFT for this.
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    a7) If a student asks about something we try to work it into curriculum. bottle flip challenge, shock yourself with your phone exp.#xplap
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    That is cool! What a great way for students to show and share their learning!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @ardaughty, @rice_julie
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:53 PM EST
    #xplap A6 @tishrich above my door, Welcome weary Adventurers... b/c we all feel rundown at times, but all welcome & seek new, fun learning
    In reply to @tishrich
  • JudiHolst Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: Love using the idea of "playlists" where students work at their own pace with a choice of ways to learn it. #xplap
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7 ask students what they want to do #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Gotta head out early, thanks for a great discussion! #xplap @tishrich @mrmatera Great seeing everyone!
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: I like to encourage Ss to become the T for a day. We have some interesting lessons. #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: Allow students to have agency by giving them a choice and voice in what path they want to take to master the content #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: All of my work has a goal but no path. I let kids determine the path to best express their path of learning #xplap
  • beatris_mata Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A6 Give ss options- reading, tech, art, etc. Ask them how they would prefer to learn and let them fly. Sit back and observe!! #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A7: I try to provide choice in how they learn. I provide written instructions, diagrams, videos, but also DI. They choose the how. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    we take a "final" on kahoot at the end of each quarter to see what they still remember #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR, @TracyMailloux, @GetKahoot
  • nathan_stevens Jan 25 @ 8:54 PM EST
    I has been a slow gif week. Working on something epic #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @mpilakow
  • teachlikeaninja Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A6: I talk about things I like. I get excited, so they get excited. Of course, I like superheroes so that helps. #xplap
  • JudiHolst Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: I also like to have Ss help me plan the unit. They have such great ideas! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: This is super and I have to say this is one of my main mantras! #XPLAP
  • MPunzenberger Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: personalized learning!! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A7: I do student choice for #STEAM projects, but I need to ask them more. #xplap
  • DrJohnHorner Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #XPLAP a7) learn to say I don't know - find that out for me. Hey, Nicole is Grant confirm Grant's answer. Me: Cool. Who knew. Model learning
  • mpilakow Jan 25 @ 8:55 PM EST
    OOOOHHHH, super excited here. Can't wait for epicness to arrive. #xplap
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @tishrich
  • MrsCford_tweets Jan 25 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A7: I'm sure it will be said a 100 times, but Ss need CHOICE! so let's give it to them. #xplap
  • JaimeABart Jan 25 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A7: content should be presented in many ways. I do an interest inventory at the beg. of yr and work interests into delivery methods #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Jan 25 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A7: cont. NEW App Fridays. Teach us about... #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Don't go yet, but next week is People's Choice on #XPLAP You write the questions! Submit here! https://t.co/Mm0xzGuOah
  • mrmatera - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A7: Switching up what you do keeps everyone on board... #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Jan 25 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A7: We talk #InnovatorsMindset and try not to fall into the Learned Helplessness trap, which forces Ss to work more for themselves #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:57 PM EST
    What % do they remember? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @R_CILR, @TracyMailloux, @GetKahoot
  • jvanscoyoc Jan 25 @ 8:57 PM EST
    #xplap A7 adventure pathway/genius hour/side quest - anything w/Ss choice! Have Ss co-teach w/you around the room & in Party
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:57 PM EST
    gotta go put the kid to sleep, g'night #xplap people.
  • R_CILR Jan 25 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A7: Another question (you all have been amzaing!): What is the difference between a playlist and a hyperdoc? #xplap
  • rpetitto Jan 25 @ 8:58 PM EST
    hyperdoc guides em. Playlist = menu they refer to? #xplap
    In reply to @R_CILR
  • WiseDad_Games Jan 25 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Research shows S's only remember 4% of what they learned in HS. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @R_CILR, @TracyMailloux, @GetKahoot
  • aniruel_ewoks Jan 25 @ 8:59 PM EST
    QuiƩn nos iba a traer problemas. #foodtravelchat #MakeASongAussie Tulsi Gabbard #PHIvsNYR Kate's Law #xplap
  • MrHentzen Jan 25 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Not sure on the percent, but they've done pretty well on it. better than last year #xplap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @R_CILR, @TracyMailloux, @GetKahoot
  • tishrich - Moderator Jan 25 @ 8:59 PM EST
    So energized and inspired after an hour with the #XPLAP crew! Thank you for being here! Join us next week for..People's Choice! Submit Q!
  • jkervs Jan 25 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Oh, you TOTALLY need to follow @lhighfill and check out @TsGiveTs as well! #Hyperdocs are so very interactive! I LOVE them! #XPLAP
    In reply to @R_CILR, @lhighfill, @TsGiveTs