#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday May 31, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Jay from Nebraska, MS science #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Ready to get my game on... KathiSue here. Oregon Online Teacher for 2 more weeks and retired MS principal. #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Now, introduce yourselves. #xplap
    • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 7:58 PM EDT
      Welcome to #xplap chat. Take a few minutes to introduce yourselves. I will prep the rules for the evening.
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Super excited for @Renard_Teach to guide the ship tonight! Tisha HS Culinary Tr from Medford, OR #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Carrie Baughcum 6/7/8 Special Education teacher from Arlington Heights, Illinois #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Alisha from KS, Rdg interventions #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Can’t wait to form the triforce of #XPLAP with @Renard_Teach @tishrich and @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Michael Matera Author of #XPLAP World History Teacher University School of Milwaukee Wisconsin
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Jay! Welcome back to #XPLAP as always we love having you!
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello...ready to glean info for my class #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Julie FACS/Culinary teacher in St. Louis #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Thxs...excited to learn from you tonight #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Love being here, might be my last time for awhile. Going to be getting hectic on Friday when baby #2 shows up! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Alright you all, trying a crazy idea tonight. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Congrats… That is the ultimate adventure. Enjoy the moment and see you in a few. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    #xplap Dean 5th grade from MI, I'm ready to level up
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    The outset, here are the rules...well, there more guidelines. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Adam, love the rules as guidelines… Thanks for hosting #XPLAP tonight!
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Here is Q1 #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 Let them know in advance that a major activity is coming. #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    a1) show parts of previous years challenge. If they built something I could show a few parts as artifacts. #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 Using #tlap hooks #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I like to bring music that the lyrics help to set the stage and the anticipation. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Build anticipation for larger events by making signs, changing computer backgrounds, & all point to the huge event. Make it epic #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #xplap a1. I think @mrmatera and @Slapshot99 do a #tremendous job with trailers, why not tap into that medium, as it works for us to spend $
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Create a movie trailer #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Thank you… Honored every time I hear something like this! #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @Slapshot99
  • MrBaskwill May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: I think having a story that backs your game (theme) and can allow the flow from challenge to challenge #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Hide easter eggs as clues leading to the epic event! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Ryan from IL, just coming in from finishing #edtpa resubmission edits. Need to be with friends. I'm so drained. #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #xplap ...just incase I wasn't the only one who didn't know #NotAfraidToAsk
    • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      Ha, tentpole activities, are big ones. Things that make kids want to show up. The stuff they remember about you class.
      In reply to @HeckAwesome
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 I like the idea of having an introduction narrative. At the end of each recorded lesson I have a 'coming up on...' teaser #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: I love good old fashion posters with just enough information leave them wondering and plenty to excite them! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Allow Ss to earn components going into the Tentpole activity ahead of the event. Equipped themselves real ownership them then #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Thanks Tish, I'm so brain fried, there is a point where you have to say: "I'm done." #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I was just listening to Hamilton 'Cabinet Battle' & thinking it would be a great 1st political parties set up #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #XPLAP Good start, Question 2 in a minute.
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: Might also design a mini-game that will build up to the big game while preteaching some of the upcoming skills #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: I also love giving out xp that can only be used in the up coming game and has super special powers #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    So glad you chose to be with your #xplap friends tonight!
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I like to mash music together with the theme through it. Like "Money" #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #xplap with "repeating" activities you might have some stock photos to use for stimuli to promote interest - combine that with music & whamo
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Could do a what do these have in common or which of these doesn't belong and have it to do with some skill. #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Here is Q2 - Think of building a fun, multilayered activity for students. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Can I just say bravo! I love incorporating different themed levels just like in Mario or Zelda. They can be different #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 I would love to do something around Senior Projects and Presentations. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2 I have a running narrative & each standard has a new story within our larger narrative. #xplap
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #xplap A2. colors (from specific dungeons) 4 visual prompts, specific music for that unit to play while s's work, unit only game card/powers
  • jvanscoyoc May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1 use mysterious names building up to event. eg, Mining the Caverns of Time, music, artwork teasers for Natural Resources project #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    a2) maybe different challenges happen on different planets, if you have a space theme. #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: I did one I called a Padawan training mission. I used the big game to introduce, build and develop new skills #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    That is a great idea, especially at a time when kids need direction. #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I did one a couple years ago where they were in different sports scenarios and had to adjust their projects to them. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Maybe come up with 4 bonuses tied to weather. If it is raining in real life at school then you get x bonus! Could be really cool #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: These really big games can build some really amazing and powerful skills in our students!! #xplap
  • MrBaskwill May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: had a scout party find and need to rescue refugees fr the Horde they could get down mtn by air zipline or land Ss built transport #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I would love to pick your brain about that at some point. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    a2) thought of trying to have "training exercises" instead of tests, but the term didn't go over super great. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Keep trying. I think it is a great idea. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: theme could be a problem teams/the team has to solve, conquer or defeat #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Weather would be amazing. Or storms. Awesome! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Love that approach!!! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Love this idea. #xplap
    In reply to @HeckAwesome
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Raining ideas. Q3 in a minute #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Q3 Up, now. #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    I think I need to come up with a way for retakes to be successful for it to work better, but I'm not sure how to incorporate that yet #XPLAP
    In reply to @CaptainRPSmith3
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Hi all! Sorry I'm late, dinner with a fellow teacher! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: Love build challenges with legos and kappla blocks… Really cool to see what they come up with . #XPLAP
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: I love mystery box challenges to build team work for groups #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 lights off, wind ambience with water dripping in the caverns #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    One way would be to create a mission that must be completed before retest can be considered. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @CaptainRPSmith3
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    a3) egg drop challenge, rocket design challenge, submarine challenge, heat shield challenge (I had some others, but cant remember) #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: I did a maze run with @OZOBOT They had to create a maze, but then code the bot through blockey to navigate. No lines. #XPLAP
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Love @BreakoutEDU games to kick off a new unit! Great puzzles, & great background for them to get a feel for what's coming #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Cut throat kitchen challenges, mystery box challenges, timed challenges, iron chef competition. #xplap
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: I also did a class vs. teacher challenge which was awesome! #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    a3) create a circuit challenge #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #xplap A3. I'd like to develop digital breakoutedu's related to the content - mix in with physical ones to keep s's on their toes & excited
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I know you will figure it out and you have a great PLN to support you #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    yes. For my Ss if we are going to play a big stakes game I like to prep them with several minigames w/those skills prior #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I'd be fine with allowing everyone to take retakes. #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @CaptainRPSmith3
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Thanks Adam! Sorry I already missed 20 minutes of your amazingness :( I'll have to read what I missed! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 Not quite sure how I am going to create challenges but I have great ideas. #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Allows my Ss to really bring it, especially when the skills are at the cusp of their ability levels #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Like real world challenges where things need to entered before the next challenge is given. #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    @MrPowley shared taleblazer which I'm excited to look into this summer #xplap A3. 2/2
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    a3) had one digital breakout. Had a "where in the world is carmen san diego" challenge, might combine with SS teacher for that too #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Question 4 coming up. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q3: Loved the house besieged challenge at the start of the year… https://t.co/wFxFYaAYHb #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    That is what i need to figure out how to do. They need to earn it somehow #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @CaptainRPSmith3
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    This is awesome, how do you create it!#xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Here is the 4th question #xplap Keep it going.
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 My lessons r scripted, Trying to find a way to create challenges that promote rdg & motivate Ss to close gaps outside of sch #xplap
  • MissMillerAP May 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: I always have trouble getting kids into Heart of Darkness. Wonder if I could gamify it? It’s already a quest story. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Thanks!!! I used a software called Hype 3.5 It is awesome. #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4 I love creating QR code scavenger hunts with hints. Ss really get into them. #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: Being tech and #STEAM, i like to hide #HyperDocs in path lessons. They offer clues to find the treasure. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    true, but I was thinking of like the "test" thing Captain Kirk had to take before he could graduate starfleet. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Thanks Dean… I used tool called Hype 3.5 it is super awesome. I am not a code monkey but it makes me feel like I have a team of them #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I am taking a #hyperdocs bootcamp starting next week. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #xplap A4. @breakoutedu has hint cards, why not make those part of our game, with applicable risk/reward trade offs?
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    You'll love it, I'm an old #hyperdocs guy. I was doing it before it was cool. #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: I love giving hints… Some are easy and more helpful then others. But all and all, I love having them in my game. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    We will get together when I am done.#XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @Ryan7Read
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Similar to how @ThingLink worked. I put docs in map quests back at my old school. Haven't done it in a while. #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @KathiSueSummers, @ThingLink
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Homemade riddles… Students love it and makes a really fun inside joke to those in the know. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: I've created hints digital & physical hints leading them to next country in Amazing Race #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: I've played with @decktoys the past 2 weeks. Lots of potential for different quests! Use their tools to make a map, or use own #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Wow! #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @DeckToys
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Is that the Kobiyashi test? Wasn't that supposed to be unwinable? Something about showing Kirk was a cheater? Wait am I a nerd?😉 #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @jvanscoyoc
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Q4: This isn't the norm but I like to do prep activities/"Mock" games to prep skills for the big game and really not help in big game #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Very much like this idea! You should do some more and share ;) #xplap
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I'll try. I can work on some this summer #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q5 in a minute. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    That is so cool, like badged & self paced learning #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @DeckToys
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    This looks really cool… Thanks for sharing it with #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @DeckToys
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    yes to all questions, lol. (also maybe I should make an 'unwinnable' challenge. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @jvanscoyoc
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q4: I love the idea of maps… Hard to find / create the “just right” image that I want. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I like how in some games there are dif colored blocks or arrows on a HUD. Not sure how to integrate that though 🤔 #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    LOL--I know, just when I swore off shiny things this summer, but tell me it's a quest based digital breakout, and I'm sucked in #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @DeckToys
  • Ryan7Read May 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    My computer is about to die and my phone is low. I'm going to check out. Night everyone. #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Question 5 #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: I think using more Easter Eggs hidden in #hyperdocs #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    a4) I bought some Blokus (sp?) so that I/Ss could make our own game maps. Haven't had time to play with it yet though. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: I added another kind of gold… Roman Coins…They only can buy extra time or help on something in the Realm… #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #xplap A5. my trading cards and sticker badges excitement has waned with the advent of using @classcraftgame so challenge of intermingling
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: Make a recipe without certain utensils. Item allows them to buy an item to use to prepare. #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Q5: I find the a fancy badge is a great reward for Ss because the status and bragging rights are the real prize! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A5: I like to balance my game with some one time use items and some lifetime bonus items. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #xplap A5 2/2 but sense of community as grown as teammates build skills to help each other out, especially extra -extra credit on tests
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Good point about items to help with a quest. Maybe hint cards that are 'Beacons of Illumination' or something. I'm working on a /1 #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    a5) extra money (for challenges), use an item from home, free questions for teacher. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: Single use… Impatient tyrant = must grade quest immediately. Secret Stash allows you to go out of the classroom #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Post w all of the power ups I've come up with. Lots of #xplap & #games4ed inspiration. Whole set of dice roll power ups!
  • TeachingFactor May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Love the idea of "Beacons of Illumination" I am in the process of re naming some powers/priviledges #xplap
    • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      Good point about items to help with a quest. Maybe hint cards that are 'Beacons of Illumination' or something. I'm working on a /1 #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I hear ya! I tried cards along with @classcraftgame this year, and I bit off more than I could chew. Got to be too much for me #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @classcraftgame, @classcraftgame
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Q6 is coming up y'all. Time is flying. #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I would love to see that post! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Which do you prefer? #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I still say a home cooked meal is the best one… Kids know the difference. #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Thanks to @Stephanie_GXY for the @decktoys tip! It's already awesome, and I'm sure they'll keep making it awesomer! #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @DeckToys, @Stephanie_GXY, @DeckToys
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #xplap A5. 3/3 I like the idea of a power tree guide where s's can see how gaining skills combines & has long term pay-offs
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    @classcraftgame has a great blog with some awesome #gbl #gamification ideas too. Not just saying that cause I have some posts there 😉 #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame, @classcraftgame
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I hear you, but I think it is better when our games come from our hearts and minds… You know… Something fresh and new… #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Question 6. #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    If you haven't followed @MrPowley journey...full of creative and smart gamification ideas and reflection https://t.co/mOS8ziIhTF #XPLAP
    • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT
      Post w all of the power ups I've come up with. Lots of #xplap & #games4ed inspiration. Whole set of dice roll power ups!
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    They are a great tool and I like them a lot however, just know that you give a bunch up when you do someone else game. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @mpilakow, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    I just got a 'card store' G site mocked up. I'll post a link soon. @jvanscoyoc gave some great card building suggestions #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Good question. For the sake of time, @classcraftgame. It has powerups already in it. But I had FUN making items...#xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame, @classcraftgame
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    YES YES YES YES YES! #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Agreed and for me being able to provide meaningful and direct feedback is important to motivation, buy in and skill development #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: Build in a bonus for those who quest together… Band of students can do more then just one. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A6: Most of our challenges in my classroom are collaborative. Amazing what Ss come up with when they work together! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: i sometimes have a hall of heroes where kids can post their names. If others grab it, you are on an adventure together. #XPLAP
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I did that with a 4 part quest & if all Ss in the group completed they got bonus xps. Worked pretty well! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    physical/mental challenges that utilize team building & "soft skills" need to be used to teach/model for s's how to play game of life #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    a6) everything xcept side quests are collaborative for my class. I like the idea of having a bonus if they work together on side qs! #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I also agree. #XPLAP
    • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT
      They are a great tool and I like them a lot however, just know that you give a bunch up when you do someone else game. #XPLAP
      In reply to @MrPowley, @mpilakow, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    I like having a unified aesthetic too and being able to tweak the way I want. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @meyerisland, @classcraftgame
  • boon_jin May 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Creator of @DeckToys here. 🚀 If teachers on #xplap have any feature request to enhance your lessons do tell me!
    In reply to @mpilakow, @jvanscoyoc, @DeckToys, @Stephanie_GXY, @DeckToys
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    What do you do with that 1 S who absolutely refuses to work with anyone? #XPLAP
  • hoxiery May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A6: With the Ts I work with, every unit is based around teams and collaborate work. Wagon families & time traveling marauders #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Thank you. Means a lot to hear this! #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    #xplap a6. S's thought oh this is going to be so easy- not! Communication, cooperation, curt thinking were essential & maybe lacking too
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Alright, y'all. Trickiest part of the chat is the last 2 questions. Stay with me, they'll be good. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    The important element of side quests in my classroom is the choice - some are independent & others collaborative. #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • TeachingFactor May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Oh, those planks are very challenging, we use them for field day & so many Ss struggle #xplap
    • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      #xplap a6. S's thought oh this is going to be so easy- not! Communication, cooperation, curt thinking were essential & maybe lacking too
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Question 7 #xplap
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6 creating guild quests that will lead to rare powers. Also guilds will be able to challenge each other to guild fights #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc May 31 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6 Most labs/projects supposed to be collaborative in my Sci class. Still working on group work -> true collaboration #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: We are ending our food truck race by having Ss create stations at Senior Boards. Over 600 people will try their creations & vote! #xplap
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: A sabatoge #xplap
  • hoxiery May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7 Time to write for one. Allowing students to write from their gamified perspective is powerful. Even at the end #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: Boss Battles… Need I say more… Here is my blog post about them… https://t.co/3hli13KtIZ #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: Allowance to use a power they have all been waiting to see what it does #xplap
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    That’s fabulous!!! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Big risk that I hope pays off! Now just need to stay awake! So tired these last few weeks of school! #xplap
    • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT
      A7: We are ending our food truck race by having Ss create stations at Senior Boards. Over 600 people will try their creations & vote! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    #xplap A7. easy answer is boss battles, but I love s's challenging the teacher with questions - stump the gamesmaster as a review
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7 Most excited about an @NationalHistory comp I'm working on. Ties into my 'public history' story & we have an irl display at school #xplap
  • rice_julie May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Have winners of classes challenge each other at lunch! #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Having students create games, then having a round robin tourney, showing them on @flipgrid, "publishing" them for future Ss #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing and listening to #WellPlayedU it has been fun making and sharing those with everyone. Can’t wait for more! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I like it! Reminds me of The Chase on the game show network! #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Um, do you ship samples? Say, to Nebraska? ;) #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Last question, you all can do it. #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Question 8 #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    WOW! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Yes, and it's pretty easy. I revamped my whole 'deck' in a couple hours. They look so much better than the boring Gdraw pics I tried #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @jvanscoyoc
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    That is an absolute inspiration. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @tishrich
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: Let them help suggest ideas/plan/design the next part of the game #xplap
  • meyerisland May 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    #xplap A8. Easy - leaderboard or wall of fame! Just like entering your initials on old school arcade games - lasting legacy until...
  • KathiSueSummers May 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8 Food always works. My Ss love to compete for Food Cards and Coffee cards. Or a meal prepared my me for them. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    This was one took about 2 minutes after I found the right picture... #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Literally LOLed. In the hotel lobby. Thankfully I"m all alone! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @meyerisland
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Cool what do all the symbols mean at the top and in the text? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrHentzen, @jvanscoyoc
  • SoperWritings May 31 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8 - I build in opportunities for a retro video game day when Ss complete large projects ahead of schedule https://t.co/baJxUE8Mn1 #xplap
  • MrPowley May 31 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8 I'm working. On a dice roll system. I have a 20 sided dice with various special effects. Get some chance involved! #xplap
  • SaraGladson May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Impatient tyrant! Love it. Is the "tyrant" you or the Ss? #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Renard_Teach May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Alright y'all. We are about out of time. Thanks for being amazing...and well just being here. #xplap
  • mpilakow May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks @Renard_Teach for the chat & planning! Now to go read the first part that I missed... #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you @Renard_Teach for learning the way tonight on #XPLAP Great job and it was an epic adventure… #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @Renard_Teach
  • tishrich - Moderator May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8: Creating personalized masterchef aprons for Ss earning 3 michelin stars! Pic will go on our Masterchef wall...leaving a legacy. #xplap