#sstlap Archive

Weekly chat 8CST that infuses the ideas of Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess into the Social Studies classroom.
Thursday April 6, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #sstlap tonight- we are going to add a little game play to our conversation tonight. Get you thinking about how to infuse games
  • participatechat Apr 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #sstlap by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/AYOic0QbA2
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Chris from Illinois! Hoping to stick around #sstlap for a while tonight!
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Wendy pirate prof from MN. Fave board game right now is Clue cause that is the one the grandson wants to play...πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ˜Š #sstlap
  • Meems852 Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hello #sstlap! Amy from Frederick, MD! 7th grade Medieval History!πŸ˜„
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    HELLO Everyone!!! Glad to make it to #sstlap toight. AJ - 7/8th Grade US History teacher in New Jersey!
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey all! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA. Clash Royale is the game addiction #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    great to have you- hope all is well #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco
  • MrPowley Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Adam, 11, US His, SC. Fav game: Final Fantasy 7, baseball, Madden games, love playing Disney Infinity with my young boys... #sstlap
  • MrBarry628 Apr 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Giddy up y'all! Matt from ATL here to see what's in store in #sstlap after hosting @jedikermit for the weekend, I'm all in y'all
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Please visit https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi for an overview of tonight's chat and a preview of the questions. You will need the spinners #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    And I forgot. 7th grade world geography. Favorite game - Ticket to Ride and Risk. Because, you know, #geography. #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Favorite game is PacMan, and Pinball. Board Games, I love Scrabble and Backgammon! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Amy- great to see you as always- hope you are having a good week #sstlap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • tishrich Apr 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr Medford, OR. Catan is a fav. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello my name is Daniell from Siena Heights University and I am an undergraduate student #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    great to have you buddy- hope things are well #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Nikki from Calgary; grades 10 and 12 Social; fave game right now is Smash Ups or Ticket to Ride; Pandemic is also awesome #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    hey Wendy great to see you as always #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Tyler from MI checking in: APUSH, WHAP, SST Methods and Ed Tech #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Doing well... we had a 7th grade Field Trip to Philly today and I was REALLY proud of my sts for showing off their knowledge! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Derik from Wisconsin jumping on #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Game on! After a few weeks, I'm back #sstlap! Ryan in MI -- 6/7 World Geo/History.
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Welcome Melissa- great to have you join #sstlap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Going to be lurking tonight, watching Schindler's List #sstlap
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Brooke from Illinois, 7/8 US hist. May just stalk the chat, but thought I'd check in! #sstlap
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Super timely tonight as I'm #sstlap ing along with playing Connect 4 with my 3 year old. And he cheats. :)
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    that is awesome- great celebration of ss doing something well #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    @MatthewFarber I'm not sure if you're free for a chat, but as a SS teacher and Gamer, this chat is perfect for you tonight. #sstlap
    • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:00 PM EDT
      Welcome to #sstlap tonight- we are going to add a little game play to our conversation tonight. Get you thinking about how to infuse games
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi #sstlap 2nd gr CA Here to learn.
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Apr 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Netflix #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Please visit https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi for an overview of tonight's chat & a preview of the Qs. You will need the spinners to play #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    yes- so many great examples- we were Tecmo bowl junkies as kids #sstlap also kick the can and tag- something my own kids need to learn
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi Ben...it has been way too long. Glad to be here and what an awesome topic!!! Spinners are sweet!! πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ˜€ #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Ryan from IL, #STEAM teacher, working on #greenscreen Edu and #robotedu. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Apr 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Make sure you all check in: @MrShindorf @MrStricklin #sstlap
  • MrBarry628 Apr 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Ugh....My interweb is acting up! #sstlap I'll do my best tonight!
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    i bet hanging with @jedikermit was an awesome time - glad you are with us tonight #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628, @jedikermit, @jedikermit
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hello #sstlap Raquel from Green Bay K-5 librarian. Excited for this chat
  • jmadlin001 Apr 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Sorry I can't make it tonight. It looks like a great topic! #sstlap
  • acottos Apr 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Nasty snow mix outside...hopefully it's the last time this season! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    ohh good examples- not much of a backgammon person- #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Have a game night with the family every Friday #sstlap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Matt, educator, GBL author #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    It's not a game played by a lot of people. It's not only an easy game to learn, but you can make it extremely competitive. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Backgammon is so much fun. Must teach that to my kids this weekend! #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco, @Braz74
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Happy Friday Eve, Matt! #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Round 1 - Please respond with A1 or R1 You may use multiple posts to answer any of the questions. Please check out other's ideas #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    great to have you join- how are things out west? #sstlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 I don't use them anywhere near enough, but I've enjoyed playing @GetSoundsAround w/ my Ss! (Global music game) #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: As review of concepts, as a way to introduce topics, and as a formative assessment tool to check Ss understanding. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: love using games to extent concepts learned as well as to serve as a review tool #sstlap
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: I used Timeline the second day of class to see if students were able to put events in order #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Daniell great to have you- always love preservice Ts jumping in #sstlap
    In reply to @Daniell622
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Great thinking and analyzing game. Really a great game to use when you think about real life.... really why i love baseball too! #sstlap
    In reply to @N_Davidson18, @Braz74
  • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1 Games as shared experience for Ss to study -- then mod -- systems, i.e. https://t.co/bwBr6agzNt #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Hey Nikki- great to see you as always #sstlap
    In reply to @N_Davidson18
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 we played "Africa Buzzword Bingo" reading CNN articles looking for words like disaster,famine, etc. to show Ss media perception #sstlap
  • MrPowley Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 A bit of a cheat, but I've tried to make my class into the game. In addition I've used @breakoutEDU @GetKahoot talked monopoly #sstlap
  • tishrich Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: MasterChef theme in culinary 2 & food truck race in cul 3. Lots of challenges, missions, & mini games! #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: I use games for understanding patterns, concepts and how it implies to current and leveling up to future learning. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I just haven't explored it much- sounds like something i need to check out #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco, @N_Davidson18
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    R1: We use creates board games for review and/or comprehension. Fly swatter game seems to be a fave & so does Kahoot. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    that would be awesome- unfortunately I have class that week so can't make it.. #sstlap
    In reply to @tishrich, @USMSpark
  • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 Also Gamify Your Classroom: A Field Guide to Game-Based Learning- Revised Edition https://t.co/W9mCEsWYTN https://t.co/fRjueBV9Bk #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1 - I have introduced have been @kahoot, @socrative of @quizizz but @MatthewFarber has opened my eyes to more! #sstlap
  • TeachBowTie Apr 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    David from Boston checking in late. It's been a while. Hope everyone is well! #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    I really want to develop an Amazing Race type game to explore the world. Some day right @SamMandeville? #sstlap
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1: To introduce, to practice, to assess. I use some games as is, but tend to modify a lot or "gamesmash" them :) #sstlap
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    R1: I don't really these days. I have had students create their own game board as an 'Honours' project or do Jeopardy #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    great to have you here as always buddy #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Brooke great to have you here #sstlap
    In reply to @BreitWJH
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Hey there, beautiful! So good to see you! #sstlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • rownbey Apr 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Rylee, Valdez, Alaska middle school #sped jumping in late! #sstlap
  • CivicsEngaged Apr 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: paper clips, dice & 15 min. for group of 4 Ss to create own game, play & then compare to US Constitution creation. always a win #sstlap
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 - help ss understand content, ie, sharecropper dice game where you constantly lose money and owe the plantation owner #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: As a year end summary of learning (during the dreaded testing season) I play the Amazing Social Studies Race w/ my Ss. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Round 2 #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    thanks- hoping it works for a chat tonight #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    R1 cont...@JayBilly2 has a human size gameboard painted on their playground. Share please. πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ˜€ #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Hey @Braz74, while I'm thinking about it, do we have a @voxer group for #sstlap or for social studies teachers? I think we need one! DM Me!
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    great to have you here as always #sstlap
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: We also play a Game of Thrones...Ss are in houses and work in teams thru the year. Compete for the throne weekly #sstlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    @Braz74 Tried this today - it was a HUGE success for test review! @quizlet Thx to many #scitlap pirates for the rec! #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: #pixelart have used this with Ss making their own #gamejam to create playing cards to their favorite sports hobbies #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Round 1 - review- had ss create games in Survivor Renaissance- create competition - #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Paper clips make great spinners!! πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ˜Š #sstlap
    In reply to @CivicsEngaged
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: In W. Geo, create a game board of Earth and have questions based on the physical and human characteristics in areas. #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Water Scarcity - in picturing a version of Chutes & Ladders showing how many pitfalls people come across trying to get water #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    all awesome ideas- used breakoutedu last week- kahoot and quizletlive are awesome- monopoly for social stratification #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 - i think we can use games in many content areas. Create a game like RISK to teach almost ANY war or card games to teach thinking #sstlap
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I know a professor at the university that has a game to show income inequality to urban planning students #sstlap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 Here's how I use serious games as focal point for social studies learning https://t.co/qBpk23GBoj #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Hmmnnn...I got the Rock Cycle and CandyLand. How would you smash those two? Just learning. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    R2: Ideologies...create some kind of competition between capitalism and socialism.. #sstlap
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: My most recent brainstorm: student created poetry #breakout game! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    we don't have been thinking aout it but not yet-- we should talk #sstlap
    • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT
      Hey @Braz74, while I'm thinking about it, do we have a @voxer group for #sstlap or for social studies teachers? I think we need one! DM Me!
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    are you on @Voxer? #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @voxer
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    R2: Colleague created a giant WWI game based on Risk/Diplomacy; his Ss LOVED it #sstlap
  • SciTeach7Davis Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2) I have a "cell game" purchased from a sci supply company. The Game of Life could def be reconstructed for the classroom #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Please visit https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi for an overview of tonight's chat & a preview of the Qs. You will need the spinners to play #sstlap
  • CivicsEngaged Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    2 di, 20 paper clips & 15 min. Ready go!They will make up games, borrow ideas & be creative just like Framers! #sstlap
    In reply to @MrDeGregorio
  • mrterborg Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    @gravescolleen @lieberrian #ditchbook #tlap #sstlap #sschat #bmoreedchat #miched #txeduchat #FLedChat
    • jcd118 Apr 6 @ 8:53 PM EDT
      A7 will be connecting current Ss in NH to Ss in Zambia Africa next yr. Welcome other schools to join my journey #GlobalEdChat #bunceechat
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    great question- I am thinking the cards would have to be questions they would have to answer about the topic- best i got so far #sstlap
    • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      Hmmnnn...I got the Rock Cycle and CandyLand. How would you smash those two? Just learning. #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74
  • tishrich Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Chopped and Cutthroat kitchen for culinary arts is super fun! #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    You are the cook in the classroom. #sstlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2 I tend to avoid quiz-like games in favor of games students can play, then remake as projects for deeper learning #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I tried to talk my wife into this concept with her Foods and Nutrition class. Would love to see a lesson plan for this, if possible. #sstlap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    yes- so agree with this #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    hey buddy how are things- been way to long #sstlap
    In reply to @TeachBowTie
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Okay, thanks. That helps. So it would be more like review. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • SciTeach7Davis Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2) Brainpop has many games built in to the content. I love the food web game. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Round 3 Use https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi to access the spinners for this and other rounds #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I have worked on this a little- we made some google maps with info for students to learn about and connect wtih google forms #sstlap
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I totally agree with this; Ss can create their own trivia games, but playing a game involves more senses and levels of thinking #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I know I have to read your book(s) but do you focus on more card games, or board games? Or is it all up for grabs? #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Must pause game play to put little monsters to bed; back soon #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    for that could be -unless you have the cards be information or instruction they have to do along the way-candyland might not be best #sstlap
    In reply to @dramseysmith
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1)In our classrooms we use Kahoot a lot #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: I've thought about taking an outside geo dig and then apply time trials for XP points. Why do some Ss dig faster than others #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Rylee- great to have you- jump in and learn with us- check out https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi for questions and spinners to use #sstlap
    In reply to @rownbey
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    This is why I've never Kahoot'd. I know it has value, but playing to learn is so much better! #sstlap
    • MatthewFarber Apr 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT
      A2 I tend to avoid quiz-like games in favor of games students can play, then remake as projects for deeper learning #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3- Chutes and Ladders. This would be a great game to use with the 13 colonies and have students move through the areas w/ obstacles #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    We use The Amazing Race in our Intro to Ed course for students to get familiar with the campus. They come back sweating. πŸ˜… #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville
  • mhoeckelman Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    #sstlap Hey crew. Matt from the STL here. Just finished read the Mouse and the Motorcycle to our little guy. How's everyone doing?
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Bad news @Braz74 - I think we've crashed your site!!! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    i like it- you could set up a lot more pitfalls to be more accurate - or have some groups advantages to see have/have not #sstlap
    • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      Water Scarcity - in picturing a version of Chutes & Ladders showing how many pitfalls people come across trying to get water #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2) The content area I would use is history and I would use the game Jeopardy to help students remember dates and information #sstlap
  • mrgfactoftheday Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    @cheffernan75 @SamMandeville Yeah I hear those Amazing Race activities are way fun! https://t.co/dR7KczLCdi #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3 - Chutes/Ladders & Conflict/War, seems fitting! Have ss creative scenarios from war being studied to go w/moving up/sliding down #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    can you share your college version? I need to start somewhere! #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof, @SamMandeville
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    it is about conflict, resources #sstlap
    • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      A2 - i think we can use games in many content areas. Create a game like RISK to teach almost ANY war or card games to teach thinking #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    now I'm thinking of Pitfall #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    don't do that- we can crash the party which is awesome- but not the site - oh no don't crash the site #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Round 4 find the spinners at https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    awesome- i had ss do https://t.co/ROOJj4jvY2 to see life in poverty #sstlap
    • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      I know a professor at the university that has a game to show income inequality to urban planning students #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: Scrabble - I could use this to teach vocab in any area. Ss create and draw definitions, then have to spell and connect words. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    thanks for sharing! #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    We use QR codes. These show the clues students need to go to the next place on campus. They take pics, collect artifacts... #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    HAHAHA.... that would be pretty game cool to game out with you and @mr_isaacs #geniusatwork #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @njmale, @mr_isaacs, @mr_isaacs
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    sounds interesting #sstlap
    • SciTeach7Davis Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      A2) I have a "cell game" purchased from a sci supply company. The Game of Life could def be reconstructed for the classroom #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Thanks for this idea @AJBianco #sstlap
    • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A3- Chutes and Ladders. This would be a great game to use with the 13 colonies and have students move through the areas w/ obstacles #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Anyone else having issues with getting to the spinners??? :-( #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Don't thank me. I'm spinning the wheel and thinking things out. This is going to be something I try next year for that topic! #sstlap
    In reply to @dramseysmith
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I had sharedhttps://drive.google.com/open?id=0B4fCWMeNmm_JRjF4dGo3bWRGS3c for Civil War- not a game but great activity #sstlap
  • mhoeckelman Apr 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    #sstlap just finished using brackets for "Test Madness" just like March Madness
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I haven't! Following now though! Thanks! #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @kiddielitprof, @SamMandeville, @GooseChase
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I have to leave early to get Tyler to bed. Have a good night everyone. #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    https://t.co/hJGYBG6SJp #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Chef Hook: This is a tough one, but I think that by playing the game w/ sts and show them how it works can get them excited! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    we did something like this in AVMR training - some creativity came flowing out- like this chat tonight #sstlap
    • CivicsEngaged Apr 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      2 di, 20 paper clips & 15 min. Ready go!They will make up games, borrow ideas & be creative just like Framers! #sstlap
      In reply to @MrDeGregorio
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Picasso Hook - Ss create buildings that could survive natural disasters, then put them to the test. #sstlap
  • mhoeckelman Apr 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    #sstlap also did a bracket called Money in the Bank the winner got 10 ques and answer for the final exam.
  • Chucktaft Apr 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    #sstlap Chuck from Milrockee - trying to multitask while playing a game of #SmashUp w/ my son - love the game!
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Lol, @Braz74 just helped me smash CandyLand with the rock cycle. Don't know if it will work, but it's fun. #sstlap
    In reply to @AJBianco, @Braz74
  • cheffernan75 Apr 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    You know it's a good #sstlap when you can't use the spinners!
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    when ss created own games - had buckets, ping pong balls, and questions and that ws just one game #sstlap
    • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      I totally agree with this; Ss can create their own trivia games, but playing a game involves more senses and levels of thinking #sstlap
      In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A social people of history set would be interesting. Ninja Lincoln #sstlap
    In reply to @Chucktaft
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    It times out for me. I can't get to it. :-( I was able to before the chat started??? #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Tech hook! Perhaps a little ThingLink with poetry...image of poem with links to imagery, further explanation #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Candy land would be a great game to throw into a topic. Have sts pull a card with a term, person or event, match it and move around! #sstlap
    In reply to @dramseysmith, @Braz74
  • Chucktaft Apr 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    wrote a post on it a little while ago - Smash Up the Social Studies! https://t.co/7IQCZzn1Vg #sstlap
    In reply to @dragonmark_101
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #sstlap Hubbie got home and got distracted talking about our day... What Q/round are we on?
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Round 5 #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    here are the spinners #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    THANK YOU, Ben!!!!! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • EduGladiators Apr 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    πŸ”¬Let's talk gifted SATURDAY! #EduGladiators takes a deep dive w/Accelerated Learning! #G2great #isedchat #saskedchat #Ar4Learning #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Sorry seems like the spinners aren't working like planned- here they are in pic form- you can just choose one- #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    WOW... Youre all helping me get inspired to try out games! Amazing ideas and thoughts! I'm getting @MatthewFarbers book(s) as well! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Sorry about the technical difficulties - if the site isn't working I just shared the spinners in pic form- please retweet for others #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Mozart Hook...have students put content learned to a song of choice. Many of mine choose "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" :-) #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Q5 Uno/Culture create cards with diff culture aspects, food parties family etc & they have to match that with other cultures aspects #sstlap
  • Chucktaft Apr 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Hey #sstlap crew - congratulate the immortal @Braz74 for being elected to the @WCSS1 Board!
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Mystery Hook: You could put pieces of a quilt, pics of cabins, North Star, Wanted signs, in a box to teach the Underground Railroad. #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    #sstlap I was able to do it just fine from your site.
    In reply to @Braz74
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Lesson planning reminded me of creating adventures for D & D. Someone in my cohort found this https://t.co/TPs2DrpYRk #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5: Biographies/Candy Land: Each color card could represent a different category of knowledge of the founding fathers. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    thanks buddy-I thought I saw you jump in- excited about it and honored #sstlap sorry i won't be at summerspark- super bummed
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: I got INNOVATION (a topic I'm teaching at month's end). I'd love to create a game like Guess Who, to discuss the Robber Barrons! #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I'm presenting next Thursday and have a Mystery Bag hook with DBC Books for audience (shhh surprise gift)!! YAY! :-) #sstlap
    In reply to @dramseysmith
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    good some had issues so posted images #sstlap
    In reply to @book_techjunkie
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5.2: Ss choose a founding father and they create question cards based on categories. Each color represents a category. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    love the .2 in the answer- adding more ideas - thanks for sharing #sstlap
    • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A5.2: Ss choose a founding father and they create question cards based on categories. Each color represents a category. #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Finally came up for me, Ben!!! Thanks for the modifications. :-) #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: Exploration & CandyLand! Def add some difficulty...maybe add some Oregon Trail elements of survival #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    glad it is working - when you try somethign new yu ahve to be ready to adapt and overcome #sstlap
    • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT
      Finally came up for me, Ben!!! Thanks for the modifications. :-) #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5.3: Or, each color represents a founding father, and Ss must answer questions about each when they draw land on the color. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A3)The content I received was injustice and the game I would play is clue less and I would try to explain justice and injustice #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A3) To the students and they will be able to cancel out people who are suspicious #sstlap
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    has anyone bought/used the oregon trail card game? Worth it? #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    it is like my last presentation when my computer had heat warning @AverbeckTech it has to be good then right? #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Round 6 #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    I know someone who has a lot of fun with it but not sure for personal or school use. #sstlap
    In reply to @BreitWJH
  • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Thx all! Loved being a SS tchr for a bit--it connects well with Brit Lit :) Got to get kids to bed! Have a great weekend all! #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    R5: Scrabble/Explorers Do an ABC book of that explorer. :-) #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    oh and could one link be the student reading the poem? love the thinglink idea #sstlap
    • mpilakow Apr 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      A4: Tech hook! Perhaps a little ThingLink with poetry...image of poem with links to imagery, further explanation #sstlap
  • mhoeckelman Apr 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    #sstlap glad I was able to jump in the #sstlap pool tonight. Need to dry off and get ready for tomorrow. Pirate on my friends.
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I have not bought it YET! I'd like to. Ive heard some outstanding reviews saying it's very close to the old computer game. #sstlap
    In reply to @BreitWJH
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    round 5 right now #sstlap
    • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      #sstlap Hubbie got home and got distracted talking about our day... What Q/round are we on?
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4)I would also use a globe to give the students a visual of how far another state might be from theirs. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    thanks for shareing #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Pt 2: Put QR codes on the back of each item. Divide kids into teams to research. Then share w/ class what they think the topic is. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5) l chose scrabble and religion the students will have to come up with what's is something similar about that culture and explain #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    That is such a hard concept! Took my 7yo on vacay but it was 10 hours of traveling. He had no idea what to expect. (me either!) #sstlap
    In reply to @Daniell622
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    forgot about minecraft- how could you use that? saw T have ss create entire civilization with info cards #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    oh guess who would be great #sstlap
    • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A5: I got INNOVATION (a topic I'm teaching at month's end). I'd love to create a game like Guess Who, to discuss the Robber Barrons! #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    R6: Scavenger Hunt/Culture Create an Augmented Reality 'Culture-mon Go" for scavenger hunt using iPads. FUN! :-) #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A5: Historian/Scrabble. Ss can only create words that relate to their topic area. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Round 7 #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    nice- like the connection to important people #sstlap
    • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT
      A5.3: Or, each color represents a founding father, and Ss must answer questions about each when they draw land on the color. #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A6: Politics/Storytelling - Ss write a picture book to describe the different types of government. #sstlap
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I've been hearing a lot about minecraft and it comes up with gamification a lot. I know NOTHING about it. Where do I even begin? #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Confession...have NEVER played Minecraft. I have a 5 year old grandson...do I need to learn?? :-O #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • dragonmark_101 Apr 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I bet you could make vertual archaeological digs #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: I think we could put the game creation into the Ss hands and see what they come up with. Then, have a game day in class. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6) I chose scavenger hunt and crime and punishment..students will have to do an investigation and figure out who created the crimes #sstlap
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7: That is a rough question! I want to be able to create something authentic that sts will enjoy and something where they'll learn. #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I cannot keep my kindergartner away from it! I want him to show me how to make it relatable to my world civ content. #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof, @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    R7 would create a game that includes moving around the school, physical challenges-intellectual puzzles-Amazing race around school #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6)In the classroom and show evidence based on what they found out #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Microsoft owns it- you can access online- ss can create own worlds -set up rules, put info cards in it- had ss build wonders of wrld #sstlap
    In reply to @BreitWJH
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    R7: My fave game is Sorry. Could use this game to some how teach politics---SORRY. πŸ˜‚ #sstlap
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7- PT 1: created a simcity type game(on paper) for building an industrial city ss choose how many factories, types of factories #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    depends on who he hangs with-some love it some don't get into it #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Right now it's all about Legos. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Round 8 #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    Minecraft is all about Exploration. Some Ts have their Ss build replicas of what they're studying as a side quest. #sstlap
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @kiddielitprof, @Braz74
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7 - Pt2 types of housing for their workers which worked together as functions of each other - # of factories determined # of workes #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A6 Kinesthetic hook/human spirit kindness. Make the students move around to write positive things on each others desks. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7)I would create some sort of match game or lyrics b/cI know students catch on to rhythms quick and this could be for all contents #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    So it might be coming. I'm ready to tackle it?! 😳 #sstlap
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    wow you went to politics- but politicians never say sorry-oh you mean when they do things we don't like & give you sarcastic "sorry" #sstlap
    • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT
      R7: My fave game is Sorry. Could use this game to some how teach politics---SORRY. πŸ˜‚ #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A6.2 or write positive notes on other classrooms doors! get them up and moving. #sstlap
  • mrterborg Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Current events? (Oh, wait. I'm distracted by things in my Tw. Feed) Mike, MD, EL LMS, #sstlap
    In reply to @book_techjunkie
  • BreitWJH Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7 pt3 there was a lot of math involved but they controlled the growth of their cities they loved it #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    This is the lesson my former Ss hype up for me to my current Ss. They all want that trophy! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    minecraft is similar to legos as they can build and create - but can also have interaction either others online #sstlap
    In reply to @kiddielitprof
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    I hope everyone enjoyed tonight- I honestly wasn't able to spin the wheel myself as I was engaging in so many great convo #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7 create a game with ABC order and dewey decimal info. maybe a monopoly where they can by different categories. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A8)I would use acronyms of the items on the boards to help students out with words and we would play it like bingo #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Had a great time tonight, @Braz74! Thanks #sstlap crew. I'll try to sail on back next time.
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    would certain categories be worht more than others? #sstlap
    • book_techjunkie Apr 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT
      A7 create a game with ABC order and dewey decimal info. maybe a monopoly where they can by different categories. #sstlap
  • kiddielitprof Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Will give it a try!! Thank you! :-) #sstlap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville, @GooseChase
  • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    @Braz74 tonight's topic was great and innovative! Nicely done! Thank you for getting us to think deeper about our content. #sstlap
  • N_Davidson18 Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Bedtime took longer than anticipated...will have to read back through the posts; #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    thanks for joining and shareing some great ideas #sstlap
  • dramseysmith Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thank you for hosting, Ben. I always learn something new when I'm w/ other pirates. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    yes bingo is somethign I forgot #sstlap
    • Daniell622 Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
      A8)I would use acronyms of the items on the boards to help students out with words and we would play it like bingo #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Apr 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    thanks buddy- we should connect about voxer - an underutilized tool for me #sstlap
    • AJBianco Apr 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT
      @Braz74 tonight's topic was great and innovative! Nicely done! Thank you for getting us to think deeper about our content. #sstlap