#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday March 1, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Mar 1 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to A Night at the Oscars on #XPLAP! Introduce yourself & share your fav Oscars moment!
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Jestin, HS science teacher in Michigan. Don't have a favorite Oscar moment :-/ #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi, KathiSue Summers, Oregon Online Teacher and Retired MS Principal. Unfortunately, Oscars were not in the cards for me this year. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Tonight will be a little different. I will present nominations with a poll to follow....then Q1! It's gonna be fun! #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello! Gina from Cincinnati, Any Viola Davis speech, any year is my favorite #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:01 PM EST
    jay from Omaha, MS science teacher, The mistake on best picture was my fav moment. #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Chris from Va, gamified maker teacher #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi everyone! Julie from St. Louis. Culinary/FACS teacher. #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Adam, 6th grade math...nope, no idea for an Oscar moment. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Love Viola Davis! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:03 PM EST
    What are the Oscars? :) #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Let's get this party started! Cast your vote for BEST PICTURE. Poll to follow...then Q1! #XPLAP
  • jkervs Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi folks! Jocelyn, HS Music Tchr, Toronto. Fave Oscars moment was JT's opening number or @SaraBareilles music for In Memoriam! #XPLAP
    In reply to @SaraBareilles
  • teachlikeaninja Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Josh 6th grade Language Arts from Olathe, KS. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST PICTURE! Q1 soon to follow #xplap
  • burgessdave Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Join #XPLAP w/ @tishrich & @mrmatera right now! Great #gamification discussions each week! #tlap #PlayLAP #LearnLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Gladiator #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Here's Q1 for BEST PICTURE! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:06 PM EST
    StarWars #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 1 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hello all! I hope everyone gets the right envelope tonight! I'm Jen, a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN!#XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:07 PM EST
    What about Harry Potter? #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hey #XPLAP crew! Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher and edtech teacher leader in southern Oregon!
  • nathan_stevens Mar 1 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Original Tron #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Gladiator... Time, place, nit so sure. Want to be the guy that makes a difference. Show kids look, if I can do it, you sure can #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Sorry to miss #xplap tonight. You guys have a good time...
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1 story, music, and theme #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
    One of the best movies every! #Xplap
  • mrfricko Mar 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Mike from NW Pennsylvania - Hope everyone is well! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:09 PM EST
    a1) um, Lord of the Rings, good quest, good story, good music, save the world, good vs evil. try to get that with my story.#xplap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Good evening #XPLAP crew! Laura, HS Eng from rural MO, ready to go!
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Just like reading a good book as a class, movies offer shared experiences and adventures that connect us-music, theme, charac. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    It's gonna move fast tonight! Q2 coming in 2 minutes! #xplap
  • jkervs Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Characters they can admire, or aspire to; great supporting music, consistent themes; and kick-ass costumes and FX! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    @nathan_stevens I use that the original and new as comparison and contrast in my tech classes. #XPLAP
    In reply to @nathan_stevens
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Q1: Music is great, lighting, sound effects are all good. Make your class not a class #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:11 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 Love that. MY kids get to pick music and lighting all the time It is their room. #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST SOUNDTRACK! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST SOUNDTRACK! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    That’s exactly right! It is their room. Making it feel like a 2nd home is what my Ss need. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Unlike the normal T and S roles, gaming give the Ss a way to go beyond the walls without leaving. The stage is set for learning! #XPLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Need a problem to solve, travel required, good them music a must, and some comedy. #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Check out tips for theme here https://t.co/9HrXrn0DaA seriously it makes all the difference! Search buy/sell sites beg & borrow #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A2: Mamma Mia! #XPLAP
  • EduGladiators Mar 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
    🎨NEW #EduGladiators series next week "4Cs of Success" w/guest @LaytonsHistory ⚗️ #WCPSSchat #FLEdChat #edbeat #ATchat #NoVAedchat #XPLAP
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1. Costumes and putting up a big butcher paper setting... Props or even just an accent! #Xplap
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
    My vote goes to Purple Rain! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Join us now on #XPLAP Here's the question for BEST SOUNDTRACK! #tlap #edchat
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Music: gotta go star wars. Inspire to do what must be done #XPLAP
  • Toups_J Mar 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
    #XPLAP A1 I try to imagine myself as @ofctimallen Tim the Tool Man Taylor. My class is like Tool Time, #MorePower https://t.co/O1LpVmorou
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A2 I am going to date myself but Top Gun #Xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:14 PM EST
    This is awesome! What a great idea! #xplap
  • mrfricko Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Prince & Pruple Rain all the way! #xplap
    In reply to @rice_julie
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Being able to sing along with the music and put joy in our hearts as we go through the day. #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: I play classical music when Ss come in in the morning. Love it when they start humming along to the music! #xplap
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Music can add to the suspense, as well as the mood! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Singing kids are always happy kids! #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2 fast music to wake us up, relaxing music to help us concentrate... theme music to transport us to a setting #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Would love to use music as an intro to a unit to build excitement and anticipation! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    It only costs 35 gold to run a playlist for the whole class for a period! #XPLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Any John Williams soundrrack makes you feel you can conquer the Dark Side, so for Ss, that would be math, Eng, science...#XPLAP
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Coming in late, sorry! Kristen from NJ - I teach high school Latin #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Have to cut it short this week. Heading to a conference. Always a great chat. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    I do that as well to ease the morning. When the Ss could name the music, I was so proud! #xplap
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • mrfricko Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2) Music can change the attitudes once they enter the room - it has the POWER to transform subtly! #xplap
  • Toups_J Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    #XPLAP A2 I use band music from Fr Night Lights in the background of all my tutorial videos. Gives them #MorePower! https://t.co/hLBFEYon02
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    This is such a great idea! I am going to have to use this one! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:16 PM EST
    @FlintHillMakers Great idea! I am going to steal it... #XPLAP
    In reply to @FlintHillMakers
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: Music is key to fully transport Ss.... classical music for dead words funeral, Eye of the Tiger for grammar bootcamp camp..etc #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Hey everyone glad to be getting in here even if a bit late #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Voting on Best Antagonist in just a few! Stay tuned! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
    @KathiSueSummers It is awesome. They pay to sit in comfy chairs too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @KathiSueSummers
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Hey Adam! Good to see you! #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
    a2) star wars, music gives me the feels and makes me want to work harder. #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 I have different themed playlist each weekday, everyday someone is bummed others happy, can't win all the time :-) #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Love that Star Wars soundtrack incorporates many themes. Almost cumulative when it brings in character themes #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST ANTAGONIST! Poll to follow, then Q3! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST ANTAGONIST! Q3 to follow soon! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 1 @ 8:19 PM EST
    I love this! I could even make this a power my Ss could obtain in the game! Thanks for the idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @FlintHillMakers
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Here's Q3 for BEST ANTAGONIST! #xplap
  • jkervs Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: John Williams leaned on "leitmotifs" (like Wagner!) Connect musical themes to char's, concepts, activities, etc. in our classes! #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 ...before big reveal of NASA projects today, listened to Rocket Man, Call me a Space Man, Major Tom, et ceterra #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Hope we have the same cumulative nature when looking @ songs, mostly to analyze lyrics for grammar rather than teacher examples #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    I would have to say Valdmort. In Harry Potter. #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    @MrsLedford6Eng My fav part of gamifying is thinking of ways to give the kids perks for what they do #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrsLedford6Eng
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 for my class I use a lot of 007 and mission impossible music because we are a spy team #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Take a moment to refocus, drop what we are doing and have fun with my Ss-they lift my spirits like no other! #xplap
    • PledgeCents Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
      Q2: When u are feeling frustrated during the school day, what are some strategies that u use 2 make it thru the rest of the day? #PCeduchat
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
    I would have to say best is heath ledgers joker #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A3 Best antagonist: dolores umbridge! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:21 PM EST
    a3) is that the guy from karate kid? nobody wanted that guy to win, Ss could band together to defeat him! but he got better @ end. #xplap
  • TeacherTidbits1 Mar 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3 Joker represents chaos and unpredictability. Students can overcome this by controlling the controllables and having a code. #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Mar 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Ralph Fiennes in Schindler's list by far because he is based on a real person. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
    I have made an entire playlist of spy music as we are spies as well. #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:20 PM EST
      A2 for my class I use a lot of 007 and mission impossible music because we are a spy team #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Yes!! #xplap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Like Lord Vader, massive destruction will happen if not defeated (in class), so teamwork makes the dream work.#XPLAP
  • Mo_physics Mar 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Q3: Vader was once a force for good but now more machine than man. Must keep fighting the apathy to be a part of the machine #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Just like Luke can sense there's good in Vader, hope we can sense there's potential in every situation that seems hopeless. #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3 when someone is so evil or goes so against what is right it is easy to forget your problems and come together for a greater good #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Get ready to vote for BEST FOREIGN FILM in 2 minutes on #XPLAP
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
    When students feel like a situation is hopeless, try to break down what's going on and give them something to focus on to overcome #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Our villain “Timestalker” took several items from our room. What an uproar it caused. Immediately formed a cohesive group. #Xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
      A3 when someone is so evil or goes so against what is right it is easy to forget your problems and come together for a greater good #xplap
  • TeacherTidbits1 Mar 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I agree whole heartedly, having a moral code is the key! #xplap #teachertidbits
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Valdmort is the #1 evil that all want to ban together to get rid of. Ss can ban together to defeat negative and failures. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
    That is awesome, I like the idea that they sneak into the world when the Ss are goine #xplap
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 That is brilliant. What do the kids do to figure it out? #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
    So much happens overnight. Ss literally bust the door down to see what has happened. #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:25 PM EST
      That is awesome, I like the idea that they sneak into the world when the Ss are goine #xplap
      In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST FOREIGN FILM! Poll to follow, then Q4! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:26 PM EST
    They have formed a “secret service” that collects clues and logs them and then leads discussions about any incidents #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Cant wait for the second of my Wed twitter chats #Xplap #IMMOOC
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Cast your vote here! Then get ready....Q4 to follow! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 Is that science or ss or both? #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Join us now on #XPLAP! Here's Q4 for BEST FOREIGN FILM! #TLAP #ditchbook #edchat
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Doctor Who--British #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Ive wrapped both into one class. It has been hard but worth it. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
    a3) I vote for 3% on Netflix instead, contestants compete in brutal competition to reach ideal world, but is it worth it? or fair? #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Suprised by some of the votes on #xplap tonight.
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Connecting with classes to come together to fight a bigger evil, think avengers style teaming up of heroes. Anyone in to plan this #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4: Doctor Who is one of those movies and series that many Ss can relate too and find differences in our cultures. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Luckily #xplap is just before
    In reply to @BuistBunch
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4: Not so much on a class-level, but our school (urban) is planning to visit Haiti to see impact of natural disasters #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
    also, its just spectacular! #xplap
    • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:28 PM EST
      A4: Doctor Who is one of those movies and series that many Ss can relate too and find differences in our cultures. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Just to many good chats! #XPLAP #IMMOOC
    In reply to @BuistBunch
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: This is going to show my immature humor but AbFab #xplap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: Skype joint gamification would be awesome . Ss have to coordinate with other rebel leaders to get plans to the dearh star, etc. #XPLAP
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
    have you seen #shareaclassroompic? Or the collection of school lunches around the world? #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 1 @ 8:30 PM EST
    I agree! And bringing a force such as this into a game can bring your Ss together in a magical way! #XPLAP
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:23 PM EST
      A3 when someone is so evil or goes so against what is right it is easy to forget your problems and come together for a greater good #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Yeah! I think it's really important for them to try to see outside of their own perspective and into the global. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Voting for BEST VISUAL EFFECTS IN 2 minutes! Get ready! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:32 PM EST
    a4) I do a where in the world is carmen san diego, climate edition game to see what climate is like in other parts of the world #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    I have a world cultures class this could be a cool worlds collide #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • TeacherTidbits1 Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4Global learning is the way of the future (in many ways the present) showing Ss that ideas are not confined by content is huge! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST VISUAL EFFECTS! Poll to follow, then Q5! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Cast your vote here for BEST VISUAL EFFECTS! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Here's Q5 for BEST VISUAL EFFECTS! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:33 PM EST
    I would have to say Avatar... #XPLAP
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Has anyone done any kind of international collaboration? If so, where did you find a teacher/school to partner up with? #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:34 PM EST
    My fave was star wars. When I saw that in the theater, I knew status quo was not sufficient to fuel my brain #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5: I like the ability to transport for real to fantasy... Ss like to escape. #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5: It pulls you in and wows you! I love using @tellagami @imovie and @ChatterPixIt to create fun videos for side missions! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Loving the convo tonight! You are AMAZING! #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    click on the hashtag #shareaclassroompic it is amazing to see how students learn around the world #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 I put a villain we are battling on assessments and every score helps pull down the enemy obstacle Ss get into it when they see it #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A5: visual effects: Tron #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Oh my goodness!! Such a good idea! I love that! #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4 I put a villain we are battling on assessments and every score helps pull down the enemy obstacle Ss get into it when they see it #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    @tieandjeans I owe you 1*10 6 (not sure how to do exponents here) gold :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @tieandjeans, @tieandjeans
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Q5 The most successful thing I've done outside of a pre-made interface was a Super Bowl game where I projected a football field (1/2) #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Adam! I LOVE this idea! Hope you don’t mind if I steal it. #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:35 PM EST
      A4 I put a villain we are battling on assessments and every score helps pull down the enemy obstacle Ss get into it when they see it #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    The #mysteryskype is a great resource or @skypeclassroom site: virtual field trips & guest speakers #xplap
    In reply to @kbryteaches, @SkypeClassroom
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Q5: and actually had little markers for the team and moved them along the field to score. Diff. questions = diff. yardage (2/2) #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
    a5) I try to have a picture that goes along with our story for every objective sheet, sometimes Ss have to figure out what it is. #xplap
  • TeacherTidbits1 Mar 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5Pirates captures a totally different time period and lots of fantasy elements admittedly this is an area I need to work on in class #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5 <3 visuals! Map of the world, artwork of Bosses, making cards this year forces me to add more visuals #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
    I change the header on Google Classroom and it always has something to do with the game. #xplap
    • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:37 PM EST
      a5) I try to have a picture that goes along with our story for every objective sheet, sometimes Ss have to figure out what it is. #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
    @TeacherTidbits1 That is a top comment so far, we all have so much to work on #XPLAP
    In reply to @TeacherTidbits1, @TeacherTidbits1
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
    #XPLAP
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
      A5 I also add video trailers for each unit, students now come in at the start and wait to see the intro to the villain and the plot twist
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5: I know other teachers project a timer on things that are timed and have a buzzer go off which is a good way for Ss to keep track #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Get ready to vote on BEST FILM EDITING in 2 minutes! #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    You are so awesome and inspirational! I love hearing what you do! #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
      #XPLAP
      • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:38 PM EST
        A5 I also add video trailers for each unit, students now come in at the start and wait to see the intro to the villain and the plot twist
  • burgessdave Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Join @Jacki_prati & me in 20 minutes (9EST) for #ohedchat!! We will talking all things #tlap and YOU are invited! #XPLAP #LearnLAP #PlayLAP
    In reply to @Jacki_prati
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Vote for BEST FILM EDITING! Poll to follow, the Q6! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Vote here for your BEST FILM EDITING, then look out for Q6 to follow! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Its the new avengers where they will be fighting a pretty big baddie #xplap
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • Toups_J Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    #XPLAP A5 I use my pictures to create inspirational posters I place in my classroom. Gives it #MorePower #AlwaysBelieve #tlap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Here's Q6 for BEST FILM EDITING! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:41 PM EST
    haven't seen any of those movies #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
    a6) want to have intro and concluding videos, but haven't found time to make them. maybe a summer task. #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 two part: I make videos to help students see the world they are in as trailers and unit intros #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6: Making video trailers are awesome! I need to make more time to create them. #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6 p2. Students create video's as mission reports useing @flipgrid & @WeVideo always turn out awesome #XPLAP
    In reply to @flipgrid, @WeVideo
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6: Love creating promo videos to capture Ss interest to start my game! Ss love creating them too! #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    always works so well, and when they realize you do it they get pumped #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Toups_J Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    #xplap Click on this link to see an album of my pictures and inspirational phrases. I have been blessed. https://t.co/SLxTkoSpAX
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Love reading #xplap answers tonight. Thanks for a great chat @tishrich and the entire community
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6: Editing: The Matrix #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6 I put pieces of my narrative every 3-4 mins in my flip content. One girl told me it was her primary motive to complete the content #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    In science class kids build paper roller coasters and make a 30 sec ad on why (science based) their coaster is the best #XPLAP
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6: All I remember about West Side Story editing is Maria spinning to transition from a scene at home to a scene at a dance #xplap
  • TeacherTidbits1 Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6 Using videos in class is such a great way to allow students to access new information more effectively. #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    That is an amazing idea! #xplap
    • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
      A6 I put pieces of my narrative every 3-4 mins in my flip content. One girl told me it was her primary motive to complete the content #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6: So, using videos as transitions from phase to phase if possible? I think that makes sense! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I did the rollercoaster when I taught science one of my favorite projects ever #xplap
    In reply to @kbryteaches
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Vote for BEST DOCUMENTARY in 2 min! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Kids LIVE in a video blurb world. They get it. Letting them USE it is easy and natural #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I like to make videos for my class. I am now making a new one for my elective for a teaser to get more kids to sign up! Magic! #XPLAP
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6: Ideally, movie editing removes the scenes that detract from the movie's overall theme or story, so we need to do same in class. #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I wrote about it in my blog https://t.co/Bb3Wyru646 #xplap
    • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:44 PM EST
      A6 I put pieces of my narrative every 3-4 mins in my flip content. One girl told me it was her primary motive to complete the content #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
    @MrBold05 It is my second fav... losing only to water rockets :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05, @kbryteaches, @MrBold05
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I need to make one now that my genius hour is official, but have to plan the new game first :)! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Toups_J Mar 1 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #XPLAP A5 plaster your walls with #Believe selfies. Gives the kids ownership. At the end of the yr, the Ss get their pics. #AlwaysBelieve
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST DOCUMENTARY! Poll to follow, then Q7! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Cast your vote for BEST DOCUMENTARY here! Q7 to follow! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    ahh never did that one #xplap
    In reply to @FlintHillMakers, @kbryteaches
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Here's Q7 for BEST DOCUMENTARY! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    The First Boys of Spring... #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Talk with @Slapshot99 about that... he could really help you out. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05, @Slapshot99
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A6 played w Ss once where I was at board and the bad guy 'hacked my presentation'. Really it was a pre-record and my bad acting 🤓 #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: Been awhile since I watched a documentary, last one was about sushi :) #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Don't forget to vote people. It is your chance to pick an Oscar! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Yes! Please vote! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7: This documentary is a personal inspiration because a childhood friend created it. I want to share w Ss that anything is possible. #XPLAP
  • Dr_MPrince Mar 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
    are your videos on YouTube? #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • cheffernan75 Mar 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
    .@spiraledu @tishrich since it was mentioned... https://t.co/XgOYTCLtZC #shareaclassroompic #xplap #worldgeochat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @tishrich
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 Always when I try a new thing i try to remember to share for feedback and tweeks #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:49 PM EST
    water rockets are awesome, trying a project about heat shields this year, using a blowtorch #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05, @FlintHillMakers, @kbryteaches
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
    some are I can share a few out #xplap
    In reply to @Dr_MPrince
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
    that rocks👍🏻 about 1/2 my Juniors were too cool & about half loved it #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05, @breakoutEDU
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
    @MrPowley Oh that has a lot of potential... Kids are expecting "the same old" and get something diff automatic attention #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
    my ppt presentation went to static when we had "electrical problems" had to create circuits to get it working again. #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7: New teacher, new to Twitter, new to everything, but I'm thankful that there's a community out here whose Tweets can help me!! #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Mar 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Sorry guys gotta jet! Have a great night! #xplap
  • Dr_MPrince Mar 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
    to be a fly on the wall in your classroom #awesomesauce #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05, @flipgrid, @WeVideo
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A7 *shameless plug* be been blogging at https://t.co/u4PliYRnCc. Also presented at #fetc , SC council on SS, etc... #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
    when ever I am stuck on anything gamification I tweet out the #xplap crew and help is always there
    In reply to @kbryteaches
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Last vote of the night.....BEST COSTUME! Poll to follow, then Q8! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Vote here for BEST COSTUME! Q8 to follow! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Here's the last question of the night! #xplap
  • FlintHillMakers Mar 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
    @MrHentzen Sweet. We are incorporating some microcontollers to get consistent parachute releases #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @MrBold05, @kbryteaches, @MrHentzen
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A8: The King and I, nothing beats the glory of old Hollywood! #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A8 I come as GW every year for a sim, I travel back time and ask Ss for help at the Constitution Convention #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A8 this is a weak spot for me. I do advocate for @NationalHistory day though & 1 category is Performance. Seen some awesome stuff #xplap
    In reply to @NationalHistory
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
    sewingcostumes/making them out of butcher paper or papier-mâché involves lots of #designthinking #steam #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A8: Ss use costumes quite a bit when we travel back in time. Helps them get involved and become a character. #xplap
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Can I vote for all of them for Q8 #xplap
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Just realized that voting is not an option on my tweetdeck. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • SteinbrinkLaura Mar 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A8: Costumes have that magical power of transporting us all to diff place as diff people, which always works, no matter the costume. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
    a8) moulin rouge, I have a "commander helios" costume, "Dr. Fuhlengut", stormtrooper mask, darth vader mask. #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Mar 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Had to step out for Mrs. & son return home. Great answers from the #xplap crew
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:55 PM EST
    things get more real with costumes #xplap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Q8: Definitely looking forward to incorporating costumes if we do a play. Tutorials on how to tie togas on YouTube! #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A8 our recycle club used to have a recycle fashion show. All runway costumes were 100% (supposed to be) recyclable materials #xplap
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A8: I really want each student to have their own chef coat, apron or hat and personalize it! Someday! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    wait, there is a voting thing to do, not just say which we like?!?!? oops. #xplap
    In reply to @rice_julie, @tishrich
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A8: also, doing a costume contest or costumes for extra credit. I dressed up as modern-day Hester Prynne in college for that #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:56 PM EST
    I went to see some of the performances at @NationalHistory in DC: It's so inspiring! History is real! #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @NationalHistory
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A8 once did a school TEDtalk knock off on how tying a bow tie was like life 🤔 #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
    This is very cool #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen Mar 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
    a8) Ss create superhero/villans ,but not sure I can get costumes for it with our dress code (would be interesting though). #xplap
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:57 PM EST
    have you tried getting materials through @donorschoose ? I just got funded for a class set of ukeleles! #xplap
    In reply to @rice_julie, @DonorsChoose
  • kbryteaches Mar 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
    a8: If anyone does ancient history, quick costume game about Gladiators: https://t.co/eQgMMBzxQI #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
    I'm a regional coordinator and our competition is next Thursday. I'm in high stress time! #xplap
    In reply to @spiraledu, @NationalHistory
  • meyerisland Mar 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
    #xplap Sorry, I got so wrapped up in grading that I lost track of the time. I'll catch the chat logs. I'm sure it was a good one!
  • spiraledu Mar 1 @ 8:58 PM EST
    or even a necktie! That's a life skill that students need to know! #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you #XPLAP crew for an EPIC night at the Oscars! Definitely need to go through storify tonight! Have a great week! You are all STARS!
  • rice_julie Mar 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
    @tishrich Thanks Tisha and everyone for lots of ideas! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrPowley Mar 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
    might be a local tech culinary school that have some things to donate... #xplap
    In reply to @spiraledu, @rice_julie, @DonorsChoose
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 1 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Thanks @tishrich! So many great ideas tonight! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
    • tishrich - Moderator Mar 1 @ 8:59 PM EST
      Thank you #XPLAP crew for an EPIC night at the Oscars! Definitely need to go through storify tonight! Have a great week! You are all STARS!