#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday August 9, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:00 PM EDT
#minecraftedu
Ed Chat is starting right now. Invite friends and colleagues because tonight's about your play time.
https://t.co/EwLiwRvaQb
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Q0 - Welcome to
#minecraftedu
ed-chat. Introduce yourself. Name, Role, Location, who do you play games with?
https://t.co/BFX9gOg6R5
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat. No matter where or when you are, we’re glad you’re hear.
ConnectedCamps
Aug 9 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Excited to be here for another
#Minecraftedu
chat!
Mr_Ullman
Aug 9 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Jordan, 5th grade T from Princeton, NJ. Actually looking forward to getting
#backtoschool
#5thchat
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
And Mark starts off with a glorious teacher typo :D
#minecraftedu
Welcome to
#minecraftedu
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https://t.co/DOIK275UqY
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat. No matter where or when you are, we’re glad you’re hear.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
And Mark starts off with a glorious teacher typo :D
#minecraftedu
Welcome to
#minecraftedu
NnnnnnnnnnnnNnnNNnN...
https://t.co/DOIK275UqY
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat. No matter where or when you are, we’re glad you’re hear.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Q0: Please introduce yourself: Name, Role, Location, and with whom do you enjoy playing games?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/reOkbpXD1x
MrRussoRH
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Todd from NY. HS assistant principal. I mostly play games with my kiddos! Good evening!
#MinecraftEDU
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Gio, Special Education Teacher, Western New York, I play games with my students.
#MinecraftEDU
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Rachel, newly moved to VA! ITRT is my new position. I play games with myself mostly but kids too!
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A0: Steve, I support middle school students learning game design and development, enjoy playing games with friends, Ss, family
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@Mr_Ullman
Awesome Jordan, how long till the kids are back in the class with you?
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@Mr_Ullman
Will you be traveling cross state to
#TeachMeetNJ
? Maybe I will see you there on Thursday. I am presenting!
#MinecraftEDU
Mr_Ullman
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
I've enjoyed gaming with my students...
#minecraftedu
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A0: Irv. Spanish Teacher/Integrationist, MN, enjoy playing games with my sons and father-in-law
#MinecraftEdu
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hello
#minecraftedu
friends Spiri from PA, excited to play with you all tonight & love playing CAH w/ friends, also flashlight tag w/kids
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@ConnectedCamps
Hey Greg! Welcome, glad to have you in tonights chat. How are the camps running?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
A0
#minecraftedu
Garrett here, from ON Canada. Minecraft Expert, Lifelong Hardcore Gamer, Former Pro Gamer, and Edu Games Enthusiast.
1god
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Oops. Had wrong date for
#minecraftedu
PD training. I'm on the teacher server now. :-D
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
#minecraftedu
Brian, Indiana, 6th grade (contained classroom) 1:1 with iPads
Mr_Ullman
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
I still have about another month, but I'm starting to get my game face on...both figuratively and literally!
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
A0: Some of my gaming buddies include
@edgamer
@lucasgillispie
@leilaboo215
@peggysheehy
@knowclue
@bronst
@keithhaddad
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Lynne Telfer, ICT Teacher, Minegage, Melbourne. Live & breathe Educational use and potential of Games for kids and Adults.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Awesome Todd, what games do you play with them?
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
24 hours my Friend! See you then.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/6y4sY3d8B6
1god
Aug 9 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Oops. Had wrong date for
#minecraftedu
PD training. I'm on the teacher server now. :-D
TeachMissSutton
Aug 9 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A0 Kim, education officer for innovation and development, Sydney. I enjoy playing MC w/ my niblings, other RPGs by myself
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A0: enjoy playing games with
@concettatweets
and our game club at school
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
Welcome Brian. Are you running PocketEdition on the iPads?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@lobiancg
Awesome! We'll be having another Special Ed
#minecraftedu
Chat coming up early oct. Don't miss it. What games are you playing?
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:06 PM EDT
A0: can't forget gaming buddies like
@nathan_stevens
@MatthewFarber
@pauldarvasi
@johncfallon
@cragiyen
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@TeachMissSutton
niblings - that's a new term to me - i like it :)
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@tisinaction
Welcome back to another
#minecraftedu
chat Rachel, glad your with us :D What is ITRT?
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Mark Grundel, 5th Grade T, NJ. Mostly play games solo, but enjoy gaming w/ Ss. Looking forward 2 my boys growing up to game w/
#MinecraftEDU
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher :D
#minecraftedu
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
of course Minecraft, have used mobile games to engage my Ss...this year they were all about tractor pulling game
#minecraftedu
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
#Minecraftedu
Hi everyone, Mark the Minecraft author here.
nathan_stevens
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@EdGamer
@lucasgillispie
@leilaboo215
@PeggySheehy
I would join you but I am having a chat about how great I am
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@MGrundel
You'll be moving out of your solo gaming ways for
#EdCampout
Aug 20 :) Rawwwrrrrr!
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@mr_isaacs
@EdGamer
@lucasgillispie
@leilaboo215
@PeggySheehy
can't you chat about how great you are here?
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@ConnectedCamps
Always Excited to have you :D
#minecraftedu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Lynne Telfer, ICT Teacher, Minegage, Melbourne. Live & breathe Educational use and potential of Games for kids and Adults.
#MinecraftEDU
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@MGrundel
...but many of my kids have purchased Minecraft (not sure what the pocket edition is).
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Mark! Thanks for the server tour earlier - great stuff!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@irvspanish
Glen! Welcome pal! Glad to have you in tonight!
#MinecraftEDU
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#Minecraftedu
I’m glad you liked it, I think there is a lot of great stuff there for teachers to explore/learn/share
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@irvspanish
YAY! Glen is here, we can all be in awe now. Congrats on making Schoology Educator of the Year bro
#minecraftedu
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Hey
#minecraftedu
! Darin, 8th grade reading language arts teacher from Iowa checking in tonight! :)
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
So looking forward to next weekend. I hope my new board game arrives, Scythe.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
I really enjoy gaming with my
#gbl
#games4ed
buddies and of course my
#minecraftedu
pals
#gameon
nathan_stevens
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@EdGamer
@lucasgillispie
@leilaboo215
@PeggySheehy
not enough characters
#suckupchat
#suckuptour2016
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@lobiancg
Sounds like Fun. Tractor Pull Yeeehaawwww
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@MGrundel
@mr_isaacs
I picked up a few interesting games at
#gencon2016
there will be lots o games :)
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
Pocket Edition is the iPad and Mobile version. It is also very similar to Minecraft Education Edition.
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A0: Lynne Telfer, ICT Teacher, Minegage, Melbourne. Live & breathe Educational use and potential of Games for kids and Adults.
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A0: I MC by myself and haven't played a good game with someone in quite a while!
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Nice, I love the Infinity Series, but of course Minecraft is Key :D
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
The real question... Will
@nathan_stevens
make the roadtrip for
#EdCampout
on August 20. Consulting magic 8 ball...
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1- What are the benefits of finding time to play as an adult learner/educator?
#MinecraftEdu
https://t.co/i09P1dptPk
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@1god
Welcome back Mark! great to see you again. :D
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
Welcome Lynne :D Glad to have you :D
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
Love this! So excited to have you here Lynne. Thanks for Joining the conversation on
#MinecraftEDU
Mr_Ullman
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1 if nothing else, nothing beats getting the cred by being able to speak the lingo!
#minecraftedu
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: Stress relief! Plus it helps encourage creativity or problem solving, depending on the game itself.
#minecraftedu
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 Games can be a great stress reliever, while still learning and growing at the same time
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Well I'd love to personally say hello and welcome to everyone but Q1 is now out :D
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/dGeCnTNFhB
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1- What are the benefits of finding time to play as an adult learner/educator?
#MinecraftEdu
https://t.co/i09P1dptPk
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1) Relieves stress, sometimes you just need a moment to yourself to unwind & get away from it all
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@TeachMissSutton
Hey Kim! So glad you made it. What RPGs are you playing? Digital or Paper?
#MinecraftEDU
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: Be able to communicate with your Ss about the game. Finding awesome features that can be tweeked to fit your content area!
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Girl from the town I did my student teaching in just competed in vault!
#teamusa
Go
@lzhernandez02
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Q1: What are the benefits of finding time to play as an adult learner/educator?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/MPbMv9TpMJ
TeachMissSutton
Aug 9 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 much the same benefits as our Ss get.. embracing that risk taking, exploration and creativity..
#minecraftedu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: Keep the sense of wonder within us! Keep the inner child so we can relate to Ss!
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: So many benefits - good for your brain, helps unwind, maintain playful approach to life
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/sjaAkfTYt2
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1- What are the benefits of finding time to play as an adult learner/educator?
#MinecraftEdu
https://t.co/i09P1dptPk
MrRussoRH
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: relieves stress, reconnects you with friends you may not always see, reminds you to play like you did when you were a kid!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1 puts you in touch with the experiences Ss come to class with. Makes it easy yo emapthize and adjust T strat to meet them.
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@lobiancg
Gio!
@PBJellyGames
and I have a reunion w/ our
#AussieEd
mates,
@wrenasmir
and
@heathwild
in 2 months on
#SPED
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: gaming allows us to stay relevant and understand the kids world (not to say that we do it for that reason alone)
#MinecraftEDU
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
#Minecraftedu
It’s a requirement for me, must research before I write, must be authentic. Now, playing Twilight Forest mod for next novel
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Sometimes teachers learn more by just simply playing the games that they are instructing students to play.
#MinecraftEdu
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1) Helps to bring you into your Ss mode of learning, communicating, and not to mention forming common ground.
#minecraftedu
TeachMissSutton
Aug 9 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@MGrundel
Mainly digital - Love Fallout and Skyrim... but I am looking for some Sydney D&D groups.
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Agreed - I truly see it as Professional Development! because... it is!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A1 ctd- Also builds connections with likeminded Ts to work on lessons together, share ideas, and build relationships.
#minecraftedu
Mr_Ullman
Aug 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I started "researching"
@PokeIife
last week.
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
Hey Darin, glad to see you in tonights chat! With whom do you most enjoy playing games?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:15 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
Perfectly put!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Love the answers we're getting so far - recap: Big ones - Brain Unwind, Destress, Create Playful Lives :D all amazing benefits
#minecraftedu
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A1) Favorite is the MMRPG Final Fantasy games, but love doing
#edgames
with my 6th graders.
#minecraftedu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1: Love the idea of relating to the Ss on an equal (or less) level of knowledge and learning together
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
OH YES! One of my Fave Series of games. How do you incorporate to curriculum?
#minecraftedu
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@MGrundel
A1: We can connect with our inner-child and can recognize areas kids might find important or relevant.
#minecraftedu
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1b) Can improve hand-eye coordination, can even facilitate staying fit, can assist memory, great therapy
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1: Playing the game gives you “Streetcredit”
@HikariKishi
It also helps teach basics of game mechanics &
#gamebasedlearning
.
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@derikthompson
Excellent point! Just because we're teachers doesn't mean we stop learning. No glass ceiling for us. :)
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
an important point - Equalizing (Humanizing) self to kids is vital for building relationships / trust w/ them
#minecraftedu
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
@MGrundel
inner-child, super important when working with/for kids,
#Minecraftedu
. Must know our customers, and thats the kids.
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Well, I design kids games, so I made one called Math Quest which allows Ss to play just like the 90s FF series
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
@MGrundel
Hey Buddy good to see ya here :D Welcome back to the chat Hope all is well
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
Do you design yet with Minecraft? We should connect.
#minecraftedu
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Agree x1000000 on stress relief. It's like a gas tank in a car...gotta refuel if we're gonna keep driving.
#minecraftedu
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1: Play’s the thing. Create, collaborate, share, enjoy.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@derikthompson
Yes, we need to be authentic to our audience. Allows us to connect and carry on conversations!
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1: Gaming for me: great stress relief, but a great hook to create relationships with students.
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Noob status is a status that we all must go through, but it doesn't last forever if we play and grow :D
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What makes Minecraft unique in allowing a culture of play for adult learners/educators?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/p5i7xZM55d
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
I have my Ss use it to recreated historical things, geographic landforms, and surface area and volume in math
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
Perfect point - Create relationships.
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@aforgrave
#minecraftedu
I love that you included collaborate and share. Thanks and welcome back to the chat bro :D Hope you're well.
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft allows us to learn with and from kids. It is such a scalable game - advances as we learn
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/yLm710e35o
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What makes Minecraft unique in allowing a culture of play for adult learners/educators?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/p5i7xZM55d
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2:
#Minecraft
allows for diverse gamers to all get satisfaction out of gameplay.
#MinecraftEdu
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: It has so many levels of play. Even if you feel "expert" there's something new. It's very open ended in what you can do
#minecraftedu
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
When the MC icon appeared on my computer last spring, suddenly, I had Ss talking to me who were very reserved!
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Q2: What makes Minecraft unique in allowing a culture of play for adult learners/educators?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/girBmZEAWu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft is like an ogre, = onion, it has so many layers of complexity: basics, game design, redstone, command blocks
#MinecraftEDU
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2) First off, it's a very "open ended" game, allowing it to be used in about every subject.
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
so true! so many different ways to play the game!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/OthuH0LaZy
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2:
#Minecraft
allows for diverse gamers to all get satisfaction out of gameplay.
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: We are able to bring on our own expertise and knowledge of the world into a virtual space.
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
A2: MC's unique in the sense that we are limited only by our how creative we wish to be. The sky's the limit.
#minecraftedu
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2 Minecraft is versatile...can be molded to meet so many different needs...ways to use in classroom not even thought of yet
#MinecraftEDU
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2) Not to mention it allows some Ss to be the expert and you to be the "audience".
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
Minecraft is such a powerful tool for developing conversations w/ Ss. We can have them w/ adults too
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
I'm going to Share Q's Preview again to get everyone thinking- See Q5, and connect with those here.
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/ZCFBiokCvE
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
audience or apprentice
#MinecraftEDU
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft is open ended. Players inhabit the same space, come together for common challenges, diverge on different paths
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2) I play because it's relaxing, there's no pressure & feel huge sense of accomplishment
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@MGrundel
"You know what ELSE everybody likes? Parfaits!" xD
#minecraftedu
MrRussoRH
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: I think that because the player can shape their world into anything, adults can create things together from childhood. 😂
#MinecraftEDU
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q2:Minecraft has the freedom of total creativity. Like lego blocks did, it simplifies the process for unlimited results.
#MinecraftEdu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2: There is no denying we all benefit from complex problem solving experiences -nvm the age!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:24 PM EDT
If any adult learners want to get into a safe and risk-free
#MinecraftEDU
environment, Join
@MarkC_Author
tomorrow
https://t.co/yMnAAcbKsx
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
Shared Culture = Shared Trust. AM-I-RIGHT?
#minecraftedu
Now start making worlds for/with them and watch what happens.
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2 so many teachers don't understand Minecraft that when they sit down and play they have a new appreciation for the thinking
#MinecraftEDU
TeachMissSutton
Aug 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2 and in addition to this, it very easily allows for differentiation
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/tJpfCTK70b
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft is open ended. Players inhabit the same space, come together for common challenges, diverge on different paths
#MinecraftEDU
MrRussoRH
Aug 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2.1: would love to play with my brothers and recreate GI Joe or something. It is pretty relaxing too- blank slate...😊
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
I am def seeing this w/ pop culture: Mini-Nintendo, Voltron, Transformers, all making a comeback. Build it in
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2: It gets conversations going, and allows for that idea of "play" to be tad about more freely.
#minecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2 Minecraft Uniquely Suited for all ages; Can play with multiple around world; build/survive a world = build relationships.
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@irvspanish
Brilliant Point.
#minecraftedu
Diversity of Skill, class, age LANGUAGE and culture all coming together.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A2: Teachers need “sandbox time” We need time to play, explore, and inquiry.
#MinecraftEDU
helps establish this environment for adults & Ss
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A2: It gets conversations going, and allows for that idea of "play" to be talked about more freely.
#minecraftEDU
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A2:
#Minecraftedu
As
@Allegro1225
said, adults can touch base with their inner child, play, create, and of course fight zombies
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft, by its very nature, develops a narrative as the play progresses. Successive games build on the previous.
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@MGrundel
I totally agree! This time sparks ideas and opportunities!
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
And have the occasional creeper fall on your head. xD
#guiltyascharged
#minecraftedu
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@MGrundel
Would you contact my superintendent and tell him that!
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
Will you be joining us this time tomorrow on
#Minecraft4Ts
server?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/VpBMbTyG3l
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
Awesome BUT You don't have to be the audience, in fact I encourage you to also participate where possible.
#minecraftedu
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A2) The "how" you play, & the toolset that is
#Minecraft
is one of the greatest strengths of the game itself
#minecraftedu
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Absolutely, but I tend to fall back and watch what "else" I can do (Ss loving showing Ts new things!)
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What is the value in playing games that our students are learning with?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ho8LgRPyQF
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
Hey, next week we have a superintendent co-moderating the chat. Tell yours to hop in the chat!
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@MGrundel
I would LOVE to but external Minecraft is blocked at our school! I can only make internal servers.
#3yearbattle
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
#minecraftedu
A0 Connor here again, it's good to be back! Student of
@irvspanish
and Xbox one fan
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A3: We build relationships with them through gameplay and learn from each other. It's not just one sided!
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT
That is why I always encourage Ts to play it. Don't just draw up a lesson, play will make all better
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/zpGiZZbbTr
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2 so many teachers don't understand Minecraft that when they sit down and play they have a new appreciation for the thinking
#MinecraftEDU
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3) They LOVE it when Ts can offer hints, advice, or share problems they are having w the game.
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
You sound a little sick Lynne, I would understand if you stayed home to take a mental health day and play some MC
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A3: certainly meeting them where they are,
#relevance
, building relationships, common language
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/iRHWuxiKgZ
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What is the value in playing games that our students are learning with?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ho8LgRPyQF
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
@MGrundel
Gotta hate when that happens. :P
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Q3: What is the value in playing games that our students are learning with?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/HYoDftEiO0
RoomRecess
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@MGrundel
He IS big on Twitter, I may just do that!
#minecraftedu
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
A3 I think it really helps build a connection between the student and the teacher when the solve problems together
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: Games break the barriers that are sometimes built to separate "having fun" and "serious learning." Just have fun learning!
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@ConnorKropp
@irvspanish
+1 for
#stuvoice
!!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@ConnorKropp
@irvspanish
Love to have you pal! Thanks for joining.
#MinecraftEDU
MrRussoRH
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3:share common experiences with them that a player encounters. Used to do this with Madden and boys in 10th grade- miracles!
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 9 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3) Connection/common link to them, we're in tune to their interests/likes, we care about what they care about
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Connor one of Our AMAZING Student Voices! Glad to have you back (ignoring Beiber look). How's summer
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/1hhTwkA2Lw
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:30 PM EDT
#minecraftedu
A0 Connor here again, it's good to be back! Student of
@irvspanish
and Xbox one fan
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@lynnetelfer
@MGrundel
argh
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
a3: We are able to complete a detail cognitive walkthrough & see the depth of learning!
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@irvspanish
Glad to be a part of the
#MinecraftEDU
revolution!
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A3:
#MinecraftEDU
, for me it’s all about accuracy. I get bad reviews if my Minecraft chops are poor. Readers don’t like noobish-authors
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A3 "Play with” = shared experience. Shared experience means shared emotions, language, perception, context. "I grok you man!”
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@MGrundel
*cough* *cough*
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A3: Think of playing games as prep time for a lesson. It is building the foundation for lesson planning, relationships, etc.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:33 PM EDT
@ConnorKropp
problem solving together is huge. I love learning with and from my students - it's become my mantra
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Q3 Follow up and Build on Question - Think about value during personal time, not just with Ss!
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/3XYB9iQQzR
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3: I've made so many strong Ss connections because of
#gamebasedlearning
#gaming
#MinecraftEdu
Goes way beyond gaming!
#MinecraftEdu
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3: I've made so many strong Ss connections because of
#gamebasedlearning
#gaming
#MinecraftEdu
Goes way beyond gaming!
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
In the past week I've gotten to meet
@irvspanish
@MarkC_Author
and
@aforgrave
in person. Love meeting my
#pln
face to face
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@MGrundel
understand them, making the students more responsive and eager to learn. :)
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@RoomRecess
He should, we love to get the perspective from all stakeholders, Ts, Ps, Admins, and Ss.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Hope to meet some more of you at
#minefaire
Oct 15 - 16
https://t.co/nCxd6gjQH6
@minefaire
meeting of the minds!
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Hope to meet some more of you at
#minefaire
Oct 15 - 16
https://t.co/82AuJztnvH
@minefaire
meeting of the minds!
#MinecraftEDU
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3 Drawing connections to a popular game like Minecraft can perk up even the most reluctant learner
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
@irvspanish
Hey now, don't make fun of my hair! 😋 Summers been way too fast in my opinion, but tons of fun!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Think beyond the classroom - ALLOWING yourself to have PLAY time. Build Relationships with other Ts
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/jWTo8WUj3z
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Q3 Follow up and Build on Question - Think about value during personal time, not just with Ss!
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/3XYB9iQQzR
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: Connections and relationship building, period.
#minecraftEDU
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
F2F meetings only serve to strengthen opportunities for understanding, collaboration, friendship.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/UDVX7eHJNh
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
In the past week I've gotten to meet
@irvspanish
@MarkC_Author
and
@aforgrave
in person. Love meeting my
#pln
face to face
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I totally agree! By the way, awesome profile picture! Did you make it? It's sweet!
#minecraftedu
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I make castles in MC. I learn a lot about them & their historical roots - makes building them easier.
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/f6ad6OBgJu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: cont - Think of playing games like going to the gym, it is just good for your health, keeps you young and fun.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Has Building relationships with Ts and Gamers has driven your lessons to a higher standard of
#GBL
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/VeolpCiHba
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3: I've made so many strong Ss connections because of
#gamebasedlearning
#gaming
#MinecraftEdu
Goes way beyond gaming!
#MinecraftEdu
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
#Minecraftedu
You should put on a workshop about castles on the Minecraft for Teachers server. It would be great!
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A3 continued: I learn why kids like the games and I find ways to enjoy them myself
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Perfect example of adult learning & education. Think of how much fun you had learning/researching them
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/AIKf5AfEQa
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I make castles in MC. I learn a lot about them & their historical roots - makes building them easier.
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/f6ad6OBgJu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
I wish I could get to
@minefaire
but sadly won't make it. If you can I would recommend it.
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/K80s97S1wm
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Hope to meet some more of you at
#minefaire
Oct 15 - 16
https://t.co/82AuJztnvH
@minefaire
meeting of the minds!
#MinecraftEDU
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A3: I think the best value is thinking like a kid sometimes. If I enjoy playing a game, then that motivates me to teach it.
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
Short and Sweet. Love it.
#minecraftedu
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:39 PM EDT
How I wish I lived in the US/Canada and be part of the events!
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:39 PM EDT
@MGrundel
I wouldn't have learned of the discovery of Tintagel Castle had it not been for my research. :)
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q4: Why is it important to move ourselves towards fluency in games used for learning?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/q0Dpjcb5qG
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@MGrundel
One thing I really hope I continue to have is free time for games as I enter college and eventually a full time job
#minecraftedu
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I should also mention I include special secret areas like Hogwarts, inspiring exploration and discovery. :)
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I LOVE YOU For bringing this up!
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/0bicUE0Mfs
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A3: I think the best value is thinking like a kid sometimes. If I enjoy playing a game, then that motivates me to teach it.
#minecraftedu
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Down to one chicken bone. Had to pause for four bowls of tasty Mushroom stew. Yum!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/3fSHcHuJpF
TeachMissSutton
Aug 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT
We combined research of the British Colonisation of Australia and the First Fleet by recreating ships and Sydney Cove in MCPE
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT
and of course the one and only
#minecraftedu
moderator
@MGrundel
https://t.co/LhwoqAReRl
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
@irvspanish
@aforgrave
Y'all will be at
#minefaire
along with many others
@ImmersiveMind
@MinecraftTeachr
@lucasgillispie
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT
There's always time for games!!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/csMUwNAws5
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@MGrundel
One thing I really hope I continue to have is free time for games as I enter college and eventually a full time job
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
@irvspanish
Yes but sometimes we really have to make time for games. easy to get caught up in real life :/
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Q4: Why is it important to move ourselves towards fluency in games used for learning?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/coW7amSiQm
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
#Empathy
. Understand the needs of your Audience.
#MinecraftEDU
gets kids and adults excited about learning
https://t.co/qsgATNchtE
derikthompson
Aug 9 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A3: I think the best value is thinking like a kid sometimes. If I enjoy playing a game, then that motivates me to teach it.
#minecraftedu
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
More specifically 5 am the day Fallout 4 came out right? 😁😁
#ItWasASchoolDayToo
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/eEZRI5ZJaN
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:41 PM EDT
There's always time for games!!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/csMUwNAws5
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@MGrundel
One thing I really hope I continue to have is free time for games as I enter college and eventually a full time job
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A4: As educators we need to guide the process so it is important that we have a general understanding
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/F8q5WJCaIz
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Q4: Why is it important to move ourselves towards fluency in games used for learning?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/coW7amSiQm
lynnetelfer
Aug 9 @ 8:42 PM EDT
a4: A deep understand allows us to set up rich, engaging learning opportunities!
#MinecraftEDU
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4 So we understand the game and the ways it can help benefit the students
#minecraftedu
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4 I can't imagine how difficult it would be 2 guide students to something that I don't at least have a basic understanding of
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Fluency in
#MinecraftEDU
is important because it allows Ts to act as designers, or “Dungeon Masters” in building lessons
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Fluency in
#MinecraftEDU
is important because it allows Ts to act as designers, or “Dungeon Masters” in building lessons
#MinecraftEDU
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Understanding a game & the context it creates for learning is critically important. Beware worksheets in games’ clothing!
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
side question for ya: Who did the really cool art for the question photos you are posting today? They're sick!
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:45 PM EDT
@MGrundel
Gives us more tools in the tool box with which to teach. Technology presents us w/ numerous opportunities.
#minecraftedu
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:45 PM EDT
@lobiancg
This. A thousand times this. Knowing what we're using/teaching builds credibility. :)
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:46 PM EDT
@ConnorKropp
I rocked that out dude :D Thumnails were always my thing when Youtubing. Thanks for the vote on them :D
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:47 PM EDT
A4: As Ts, we are not expected to be experts, however, we should be fluent within the game in order to facilitate learning
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Love this point!- I talk about it as authenticity in GBL. Colorful worksheet is still just a worksheet
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/MmphXiJAFI
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Understanding a game & the context it creates for learning is critically important. Beware worksheets in games’ clothing!
#MinecraftEDU
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:48 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
@MGrundel
Possibly communication but I'm not 100% sure
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Authenticity is key! Awesome Point Andrew!
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/MmphXiJAFI
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Understanding a game & the context it creates for learning is critically important. Beware worksheets in games’ clothing!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: How can educators engage with each other to play for both entertainment and professional growth?
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/J6AiEYuFdf
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
I hope everyone who can will join for the AfterChat Broadcast / share for those that missed. 9PM EST
https://t.co/Zbqnb95lyT
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
I hope everyone who can will join for the AfterChat Broadcast / share for those that missed. 9PM EST
https://t.co/S3JZ8A5hXP
#minecraftedu
MarkC_Author
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
@aforgrave
#Minecraftedu
:-)
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5: I have seen great examples of educators gaming/playing/learning together at conferences and
#EdCamps
.
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A4: As we build those relationships, we need that ability to know what's going on inside MC (or any other game).
#minecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5 This is the perfect place to start building those connections with Likeminded Ts. Start gaming/growing with eachother.
#minecraftedu
tisinaction
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5: Know when you want to play to learn and when you want to play to just play
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5: All welcome to join the Teacher / Student
@edurealmsMC
server - great for global community bldg
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/HFpZZ6wYyL
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: How can educators engage with each other to play for both entertainment and professional growth?
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/J6AiEYuFdf
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Q5: How can educators engage with each other to play for both entertainment and professional growth?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/YI24rdQDEo
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5: If anyone wants to hop into an adult/educator only server, join
@MarkC_Author
& I tomorrow night
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/XwUCMaq0J5
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:52 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Collaborate when possible. The web has broken down borders and distance is rendered moot by the internet.
#minecraftedu
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: toured
#gameknight999
Educator server via
@MarkC_Author
today - great opportunity for educators to convene, play, learn
#MinecraftEDU
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
By that I mean a game given to students within which they simply find/regurgitate answers back to the teacher.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Absolutely! Set some time to play together. I'll play with ya'll one day too :D Lets build a castle :D
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/yvMMyqjX8E
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A5: All welcome to join the Teacher / Student
@edurealmsMC
server - great for global community bldg
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/HFpZZ6wYyL
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: How can educators engage with each other to play for both entertainment and professional growth?
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/J6AiEYuFdf
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
@ConnorKropp
When I Go back to college I hope to major in engineering or mathematics
#MinecraftEDU
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
It helps having people your age to play and socialize with while working towards a beneficial goal. :)
#minecraftedu
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A5
#minecraftEDU
I find that I always think of new ways to implement edu in games while I'm playing them just for fun! It helps me think!
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A5 Awesome Point: Internet has broken down borders between countries, allowing likemindedness to rule.
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/psqNbxId9v
Allegro1225
Aug 9 @ 8:52 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Collaborate when possible. The web has broken down borders and distance is rendered moot by the internet.
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:54 PM EDT
@Allegro1225
@PBJellyGames
Many people play games “in the closet.” Like it is a social stigma. Lets get out and play!
#MinecraftEDU
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 9 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A5: Chats like this are perfect examples of how we can connect in such a unique way!
#minecraftedu
irvspanish
Aug 9 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Love the idea of a "teacher" server! Thanks to
@MGrundel
@MarkC_Author
I'm going to love to connect with others in world!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Also helps you focus on internals of the game, how can Edu be MORE fun.? What can I use to do it?
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/2UCA1wZF5L
ConnorKropp
Aug 9 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A5
#minecraftEDU
I find that I always think of new ways to implement edu in games while I'm playing them just for fun! It helps me think!
mr_isaacs
Aug 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A5: 24/7 servers that allow for community building are awesome - likewise outside of
#minecraft
set up a community game night!
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
After Chat is coming up, you guessed it, after the chat. Hope you can join!
https://t.co/YLQhxButH7
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
After Chat is coming up, you guessed it, after the chat. Hope you can join!
https://t.co/QLK8DNJeJB
aforgrave
Aug 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT
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@Allegro1225
I worry that some
#MinecraftEDU
efforts take away the making/building component from kids, turn it into someone else’s world.
lobiancg
Aug 9 @ 8:56 PM EDT
@MGrundel
@MarkC_Author
Looking forward to it!
#MinecraftEDU
