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tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #XPLAP chat: Mini Games!! Introduce yourself and share a strategy for finishing the year strong!

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:00 PM EDT

For this discussion we will use the standard Q1 A1 format. This chat will be storified at the end & posted to https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM #XPLAP

Funology_ca May 11 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Here's a good reason why we can no longer ignore video games in education. #CivilizationVI #edchat #edtech #xplap https://t.co/wu22d4xFBa

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening #XPLAP! Kristin from Lansing, Michigan; 6th grade ELA and SS teacher.

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:01 PM EDT

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MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Nick Baskwill Grade 5 Kingston, NS - Try to keep things as normal as I can. But we still have 6 weeks to go here! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Tisha Richmond, Culinary teacher, OR Pray, smile, and drink lots of coffee ;-) #XPLAP

HeckAwesome May 11 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#XPLAP peeps....at my daughters spring sing so no chat tonight for me( Can't wait to catch up later!!! #LOVEMiniGames

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello! Gina from Cincinnati, middle school. One week to go! Working on a wing and a prayer right now! #xplap

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Forgot my strategy to finish strong: We have so much to do, there really is no other choice! Ss will soon share genius hr projects! #XPLAP

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi #XPLAP Medford, Oregon. Trying a new presentation method... Will layer a game over it to end the year with @tishrich

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Matt from Missouri, middle school. Finishing with lots of games #XPLAP

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Ryan Staudt MKE WI, experimenting as much as possible the rest of the year #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@ssengagement Love this! Great way to gather data for summer work! #xplap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@tishrich Glad to join in. #XPLAP

jvanscoyoc May 11 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Jestin HS Science teacher, adding more game cards for extra excitement. Lurking a bit tonight #xplap #Fatherhood

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Finally here on time this week! Michele middle school ELA teacher in NY #XPlap - Ready to play

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:05 PM EDT

So great to see you all here tonight! Q1 will be coming up in just a few minutes! #XPLAP

ZMrRBimSiBWYg7w May 11 @ 8:05 PM EDT

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MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Glad to make it to the chat tonight #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Looking forward to the #xplap chat tonight,Nick Davis instructional coach from iowa,finishing strong is including more choice and voice

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Here's Q1! #XPLAP https://t.co/QdOxow2tol

Angi_Manalli May 11 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Angi - Engineering Technology from Belvidere, IL - Kinders are going to present research projects to the 3rd graders to end our year. #XPLAP

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: It helps keep the interest and focus for the Ss in the last few weeks #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Longer game play can be broken up with mini-games. Lends excitement to the class and new competition. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Creates a buzz of excitement, especially at end of year when Ss are low on energy. #XPlap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I am looking for #XPlap gamers who are in the NY/CT area and would like to be part of a panel on #gamification for conference in Oct in CT

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:09 PM EDT

And when the game master may be low on energy, too! #XPLAP https://t.co/pny40KBXzX

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Creates a buzz of excitement, especially at end of year when Ss are low on energy. #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@tishrich doing great! Is it bad that I don't want the school year to end, because that means GAME OVER #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @tishrich The only reason I want it to end is to add to what I have. The time is going to be nice to work. #xplap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1. Had Ss today tell me this has been the best part of the year. Been reviewing w/mini-games & excitement is high. Good feeling! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Minigames are fun and short bursts of excitement as students attention has started to lessen and fade #XPlap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @tishrich Yes, but I have so much planned for summer to make next year's #gamification even better #XPlap

jvanscoyoc May 11 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 trying some new flavors of PvP. E.g. @GetKahoot in teams but also tracking one vs another team on board each round #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:11 PM EDT

How are you defining mini games separate from boss battles? #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I would love to try some new ways of playing Kahoot! #XPLAP https://t.co/IWd1KXnnPT

jvanscoyoc May 11 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 trying some new flavors of PvP. E.g. @GetKahoot in teams but also tracking one vs another team on board each round #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q1: I have seen so much more emotion in my class this year from joy to relief to suprise. I love the investment my Ss bring #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@tishrich Me too!! #xplap

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: #XPlap planning on using a mini game for Finals Review #highschoolmath #finalsweek #quietweek

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 I think a huge adv of mini games Ss can forget they are learning and have fun. at the end are like whoa I know or learned so much #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Ss just established dictatorships in SS game and the citizens are SO frustrated. Learning at its best. #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@tishrich @TeachingFactor @Slapshot99 Same here. I can already see my #gamification bigger and better in 2016-17. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:13 PM EDT

We're off to a great start! Q2 coming at ya in 2! #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@mathqueencate This is the first year I've gone game-heavy for review & I'm seeing positive results so far. #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @tishrich @TeachingFactor @Slapshot99 Not sure the summer is long enough for what I have planned :) #xplap

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1) Using short games for review; trying to keep the energy high! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I have my end of the year side quests & Ss turning in great resources for #gamification they created https://t.co/noV1BDJ14X #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Here's Q2! Bonus XP if you can guess where this pic was taken ;-) #XPLAP https://t.co/E2bh1WjcrE

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, ELA middle school,MN. Just rolled out our end-of-game persuasive plea for membership in faction choice. Divergent theme. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Kahoot is my "go to", but Quizlet Live is a new fav! #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Kahoot is what I use but I am def looking for new games. Constantly walking down game aisles in stores for ideas. #xplap

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I love @GetKahoot but am looking for more! #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#XPLAP head to head mega tic tac toe went great! Thanks @mrmatera https://t.co/AZ4egLYIo2

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill @GetKahoot Me too! The kids love it but I need a treasure chest of games to choose from #xplap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2. Borrowed "Epic Review Olympics" from #DitchBook Kahoot, Quizlet Live (Ss new fav), row wars etc. mix of tech & old school #XPLAP

jvanscoyoc May 11 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 @GetKahoot @quizlet my fave review games, also Ss created games #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

These are awesome for end of the year!! I like how you and your Ss would benefit from these side quests. #xplap https://t.co/PFM0Lk8Mvp

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I have my end of the year side quests & Ss turning in great resources for #gamification they created https://t.co/noV1BDJ14X #XPlap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2) Dollar tree basketball and paper football games are awesome as well #XPLAP

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @GetKahoot for sure! Need to be able to switch it up some! #xplap

McPep_ May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: #Kahoot. I want to try Quizlet Live #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@ssengagement @mrmatera This looks SO COOL! #xplap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I just got exploding kittens and plan on making it a review game #XPLAP https://t.co/efYUiAsxNk

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor My May side quest is very similar.Ss creating infomercials to "sell" #gamification (choice of audience-Ts, Ps or Ss) #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Now that sounds like a good time! #xplap

Angi_Manalli May 11 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: We have used Kahoot in class and at staff PD. It's great seeing both staff and Ss so motivated. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I will take pictures of some of the badges I got late today - lovin' Ss ideas #XPlap https://t.co/4G10yYt5PH

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:18 PM EDT
These are awesome for end of the year!! I like how you and your Ss would benefit from these side quests. #xplap https://t.co/PFM0Lk8Mvp
- TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  I have my end of the year side quests & Ss turning in great resources for #gamification they created https://t.co/noV1BDJ14X #XPlap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@tishrich https://t.co/lGlkY3UO1r #XPLAP #DitchBook

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2) @GetKahoot , @quizlet & its new "live" game;@quizizz , @Socrative & webquests via https://t.co/XUl9gFyMmu plus google smarty pins #XPLAP

MissMillerAP May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: #XPLAP Have PPT we use to practice AP mult. choice ques. that has them do something silly to show what ans. they chose, sing, pose, etc.

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Gator Golf is a great way to review for a test. The Ss couldn't believe they were putting in class #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Loving this convo! Q3 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@sandyrotto I like that idea - it's like a RAFT and you have to know your audience to sell effectively #XPlap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Love this idea! #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2) PPt connect 4 #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Is this a digital game? Did you get the kid version? #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@mrskochheiser @GetKahoot @quizlet @quizizz @Socrative I love google smarty pins #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Here's Q3! #XPLAP https://t.co/A3bwAGbpyn

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor This is what they see on @Schoology They are already excited. #XPLAP https://t.co/GHXmjb83Yu

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor they have an app and a hard version, the regular version is kid friendly for 6th and up #xplap

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@ssengagement there are some good online ones too for connect 4 #xplap

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2) I also like @Jeopardy and kids have enjoyed making their own map w/Google's My Maps #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Awesome!! #XPlap https://t.co/V4XjJbVkez

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor This is what they see on @Schoology They are already excited. #XPLAP https://t.co/GHXmjb83Yu

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @TeachingFactor @Schoology Love this! Your Ss have to be pumped! #xplap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3. Ss have been in teams this week for review. Their "final" tomorrow is challenges they complete as a team using advantages earned #XPLAP

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3) my teams race t like complete a puzzle and then we compare their strategies to sociological theories of society. Comp = collab #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Ss create a short tutorial video to demonstrate a cooking method/technique. Give them a time limit. https://t.co/K8rRBfX5ge #XPLAP

Bethany_Petty May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Working on the leaderboard "hall of fame!" #gamification #tlap #XPLAP https://t.co/blvWoqteTS

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: @breakoutEDU is a great way for Ss to work together #xplap

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@tishrich @Slapshot99 @GetKahoot @quizlet @quizizz @Socrative You will be hooked and play it on your own! #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3) Discussions and Debates, competitions with presentations, and design challenges with design thinking. #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Took a page from the class I am taking and had Ss create a mini game in 10 minutes and play. Great team building. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @TeachingFactor @Schoology Sandy this is brilliant!!! Love this idea!! #xplap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:26 PM EDT

groups get in a circle around a hoolahoop and they have to lift it all with a finger on it. With out communication they cant do it #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Currently having design teams competing against one another designing a city from the ground up with sustainability concepts. #XPLAP

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 I like having them create such ownership #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:27 PM EDT

SO many great ideas! Q4 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 That's the best way to get it from them! #XPLAP

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:27 PM EDT

An idea worth stealing! #XPLAP https://t.co/8spvcZ0WVN

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Took a page from the class I am taking and had Ss create a mini game in 10 minutes and play. Great team building. #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@mrskochheiser Took longer than I thought but well worth it for the conversation. #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Played the lowest number w/o anyone else getting that number at the end of class today. Wasn't review but kids loved it lol #XPLAP @mrmatera

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Im looking on Amazon - I am trying to figure out how I could use something like this with my Ss & Shakespeare #XPlap https://t.co/C2KumfNjIl

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor they have an app and a hard version, the regular version is kid friendly for 6th and up #xplap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill @breakoutEDU I just ran a break out they rock at making kids work together #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 Now you got me thinking-Each faction creates a review game.Then,randomly assign them one of the games to play as review. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #XPLAP https://t.co/2PHpb8s3x4

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: I've tried the oil spill where you have to get a marble into a cup using PVC pipe, but you can't drop the marble #xplap

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill Thanks! It's going well and it's a lot of fun, Ss are creating 2D/3D models. #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @RLTaylor94 We did something similar a couple units back. Ss made games, traded, & Ss reviewed blind. Lots of ownership #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Great idea! This would be a great side quest too! #xplap https://t.co/IRJPHRFBoj

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 Now you got me thinking-Each faction creates a review game.Then,randomly assign them one of the games to play as review. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 Give XP to top 3 scorers or look for 3 different criteria and give XP to Ss who best meet each of the 3 #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@sandyrotto That would be incredible!! What a great idea! #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I use NBA players. Occasionally give out a Steve Nash award for the Ss who gets others involved #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4. Offer opportunities to "be the expert" or "holder of knowledge" Ss can gift XP to other Ss or assist in a leadership position #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@ssengagement Great idea! #XPLAP

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @RLTaylor94 Thinking they'd create during one period. Then next period, assign a game to play. (from different class?) #XPLAP

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@tishrich this is cool could even have different game iTunes or power ups Sscould win #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @TheShoe_CMS That would do it! Great idea! #xplap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @RLTaylor94 We played next day. Ss chose based on visual appeal, difficulty rating, style, etc. #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: Award for leadership, sportsmanship, most creative response, greatest enthusiasm. #XPLAP

andreakornowski May 11 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Could provide leadership awards based on characters from your content area. Really easy to do with history. #sstlap #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: I usually give out XP for top 3, but then I also give out items for Ss that best represent PDL #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @sandyrotto This is why I love this chat. This is involved into something so cool! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Can't keep up with the awesomeness! Q5 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @RLTaylor94 That makes it even better. Thanks! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: Hand over GP for awesome efforts and collaboration. I've given XP & treasure for top Ss in each class #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Here's Q5! #XPLAP https://t.co/awdN7f7O9x

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: students have created games on gamester mechanic. Students constantly play each others games in our class arcade #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Here's how I'm leveling within my levels for Ss faction pleas (presentations). 1250 XP=add visuals, 1500=costume,1750=walk-up music #XPLAP

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5) I often use card games--one called Whiz Kids and the other where they write newspaper headlines #XPLAP https://t.co/IhecJCsP4b

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: My Ss love count down, but I also have them do a graffiti wall about what they learned that day and the 5 mins to complete #xplap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 a go to for me is silent ball students just sit on their desk and toss a ball silently we don’t play a lot but they love it #xplap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: STEM Challenges like Spaghetti Tower or random dice roll for XP #XPlap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5) Jumped the gun on A4. Lowest number game from #XPLAP how much the Ss loved it blew my mind

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5 or counting to ten as a class if two students say a one number they have to start back at 0 they get frustrated and excited #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Time flies when you are having fun! Q6 coming in just a few! #XPLAP

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 I forgot about that one...so doing that as a figurative language review later this week. Display in hallway=more review. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@tishrich Have Ss roll for the amount of spices they need to include in their dishes or high rollers get to choose menu for others #XPlap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Love that one, too. Haven't tried with this year's students. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Here's Q6! #XPLAP https://t.co/pXETJ8k7Io

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@tishrich :-) #XPlap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:44 PM EDT

We do Survivor type class challenges the last week of school. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Sandy, Love the different levels based on creativity #xplap https://t.co/WiWkJvFBnQ

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Here's how I'm leveling within my levels for Ss faction pleas (presentations). 1250 XP=add visuals, 1500=costume,1750=walk-up music #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Demo recipe Ss make it with only ingredient formula & no directions...they work together to recall recipe steps & prepare #XPLAP

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6:I'd love to present challenges I've had implementing #gamification this year & have Ss brainstorm solutions for me to try next yr. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Any PBL inquiry that requires students taking charge. Ss could solve 2gether: world peace, curb bullying, revising school policy #XPLAP

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Saved this for a rainy (or sunny) day...seemed like good ideas https://t.co/nWDstXThX3 #XPLAP

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I love maker challenges. Make a bridge to...build a tower...make a car that is powered by wind, something along those lines #xplap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Yes, I am always asking Ss to share ideas for powers, privileges, challenges, &other #gamification boosts #XPlap

TheShoe_CMS May 11 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6. One fave: give Ss a geography/climate card & they invent something to help them survive there. Great after teaching colonization #XPLAP

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5-6) each Ss roll dice. If they roll 1-4= +500 xp for team roll 5-6 =-500 xpfor team Or students can pass for no xp gain or loss #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@mrskochheiser Awesome ideas, thanks for sharing #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: In my game Ss as a house are trying to figure out who is divergent and they have to complete several quests to get clues #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@tishrich It's a win-win since Ss often have the most creative ideas (that I might never have thought of). #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:47 PM EDT

How could we be on our last question already!? Q7 coming in 2! #XPLAP

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6 I will make different events into CSI and groups get different clues to try and solve the case #xplap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Hope more #XPlap people interested in submitting ideas: https://t.co/zchaXpBRVf

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Go big or go home! #XPLAP https://t.co/oyAuesw2Jr

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5-6) each Ss roll dice. If they roll 1-4= +500 xp for team roll 5-6 =-500 xpfor team Or students can pass for no xp gain or loss #XPLAP

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @tishrich SO true - our Ss are our best resources - aside for the #XPlap PLN!

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Here's the last question of the night! #XPLAP https://t.co/2gDBLdj7xk

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 this is cool are certain students given this role? I want to add double agents next year seems like this could be a start #XPLAP

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Let's talk, Nick.I'm also using a Divergent theme & have been looking for a way to have Divergent spies.Want to next yr. #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @Slapshot99 I had double agents last year. It was awesome! The Ss were great at double duty! #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Is this a productive chat or what?? #XPLAP

McPep_ May 11 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @Slapshot99 I would like to hear what themes exist in this group. New to #xplap and getting ideas for next year

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: small skills lay a foundation for big skills. Mini challenges canals a foundation for a much larger challenge to come #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Just dealing with problems in an authentic environment helps Ss to problem solve and meet the world head on. #xplap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @Slapshot99 how did you make students a double did you pick or was it by chance? Did they get any special powers #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@McPep_ @Slapshot99 I have a Divergent theme for middle school English. #XPLAP

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Can our next Wednesday chat be about next year ideas? @McPep_ @sandyrotto @tishrich @Slapshot99 #XPLAP

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7) Critical thinking, communication, creativity, collaboration, initiative, growth mindset, perseverance, problem solving #XPLAP

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 mini games have helped Ss with perseverance, Ss have to keep trying in order to succeed and this is awesome to watch as it happens #xplap

TeachingFactor May 11 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@tishrich That would be awesome #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7 Problem solving, collaboration, creativity to name a few. Ss are immersed in learning together... they become a family. #XPlap

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@mathqueencate @McPep_ @sandyrotto @tishrich @Slapshot99 I think it would be cool to hear about what everyone has in mind #xplap

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @Slapshot99 I picked the ones that I knew could handle it. Its not for everyone #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: Collaboration, digital literacy, communication, creativity and innovation so many #xplap

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:55 PM EDT

https://t.co/7Tzvjs11JG teaching FINANCIAL literacy in Econ. Some of my Ss are making loadsof money is Stock Market! # and losing... #XPLAP

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

I have to head out thanks @tishrich as always this is awesome and love the chat can’t wait for @USMSpark to meet everyone #xplap

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@ssengagement charts, graphs, range, probability... Analysts being created in your class!! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

As always, I am just amazed at this community! I learn so much from you! Thanks for joining in and already can't wait till next Wed! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@ssengagement My Ss play this as well, it just ended #xplap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

My Ss working on a faction challenge to review Allusions. So fun! #XPLAP https://t.co/ehO9uDABCY

ssengagement May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

When your new #PLN from across country makes your ideas better @mathqueencate #xplap

burgessdave May 11 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Hey! Jump in #scitlap with @JennyWamsley @PErachelbell in 2 minutes at 8CST! #tlap #learnlap #xplap #playlap

sandyrotto May 11 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @tishrich @USMSpark Same here, Adam! #XPLAP

mathqueencate May 11 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@tishrich awesome chat!!! Thanks! I can make it to Friday now 😉 feeling revived! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator May 11 @ 8:58 PM EDT

I have to as well, thanks for another great chat @tishrich and #xplap crew https://t.co/mcTwO1sChE

MrBold05 May 11 @ 8:57 PM EDT

I have to head out thanks @tishrich as always this is awesome and love the chat can’t wait for @USMSpark to meet everyone #xplap

mrskochheiser May 11 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Great ideas #XPLAP! Thanks for sharing everyone!

RLTaylor94 May 11 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Great talking with everyone tonight! Look forward to next week! Thanks @tishrich #xplap

tishrich - Moderator May 11 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mathqueencate Loved having you here this week, Rebecca! So great to have a local! You are awesome! :-) #XPLAP

MrBaskwill May 11 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @MrBold05 @tishrich @USMSpark I will be there too, looking forward to it! #xplap