#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday August 2, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
We're pleased to have
@johnmillerEDU
&
@cscottsy
join us. Tonight's topic is worth sharing
https://t.co/NSTf8W2Qve
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Q0: Introduce Yourself: Name, Role, Location, and your Family Experiences with Minecraft.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/5LgdFkfxrm
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat, please Join
@PBJellyGames
@johnmillerEDU
&
@cscottsy
and myself as we chat Bridging the Gap w/ Families
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT
A0: John Miller, history teacher from California and co-author of Minecraft Lab for Kids
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Veronica, NJ HS Eng T & Instructional Coach looking to learn how to use Minecraft to incorporate in lessons
#MinecraftEDU
#LearningByLurking
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Todd from NY-HS assistant principal. Good evening!
#minecraftedu
My family story revolves around my 2 younger boys who love playing!
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
A0 - Ben Kelly from New Brunswick Canada. I teach grade 6-12 STEM subjects.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/TyCmjNSC7x
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
A0: Chris Scott co-author Minecraft labs for kids Bend OR (this week) Play MC with my kids all the time.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT
A0 - Garrett Zimmer - Minecraft Master working with Serious Games - from Ontario Canada. Been a Pro Minecrafter for 3-4 years
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Don't forget to share Resources, Images, Gif's & Blogs as they're all captured and archived by our friends at
@participatelrn
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Please Introduce Yourself: Miner, Crafter, or Creeper, or Name, Role, Location, Family Exp w/ MC
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/LhQoI0Zh2J
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
You can view the Afterchat Broadcast with
@cscottsy
and
@johnmillerEDU
for extra insights at 9:05PM
https://t.co/Xi4DyNAPra
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
You can view the Afterchat Broadcast with
@cscottsy
and
@johnmillerEDU
for extra insights at 9:05PM
https://t.co/tNsdjHfV5C
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Heres a sneak peak of tonights Qs w/
@johnmillerEDU
and
@cscottsy
. Hope you can stay for them all.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/XER3zdqkSJ
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Welcome Todd!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@BBTNB
Great to see you Ben!
#MinecraftEDU
MarkC_Author
Aug 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT
#Minecraftedu
Hi everyone, It’s Mark from NY here
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@BBTNB
Welcome Benjamin, Good to see you here tonight. Thanks for sharing.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Welcome Mark! Great to see you.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Hey Mark!
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Heya Todd! A story shared by many am-I-right?
#MinecraftEDU
Glad to see you sharing tonight.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 Minutes is Q1 for
#MinecraftEDU
Twitter EdChat Topic Integrating the Whole Family with Minecraft in Education.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
Welcome Veronica! Lurking is perfectly acceptable. We'd be happy for your experiences and ideas.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Welcome Back Mark! Glad you could join.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
I'm a lurking learner too!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/K41Mdr28b1
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Hello
#minecraftedu
friends Spiri from PA, just saw Jason Bourne movie & now excited for a great chat 😊
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
Welcome Spiri! My friend, So glad you can be here tonight!
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1: Why is Minecraft Engaging? Why do our kids care about Minecraft?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/nnvag2x4K6
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
Haha! Was it good? Welcome back to the chat Spiri. Feels like a while since chatting :D How's Gabe and Fam?
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@MGrundel
I have missed you &
@PBJellyGames
so much, glad July trips are over
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1 - Kids love being the expert & having their own common story, language & club. That’s a reason
#MinecraftEDU
is engaging.
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: The freedom to explore as you want, when you want.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
I was fishing at
#minecraftercamp
today
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/PCpjQYZWdi
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Its a real party in the
#MinecraftEDU
Lab tonight! Hope you can join us!
https://t.co/uc9Cz7vu9x
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 - Minecraft covers all 4 of the Gamer Archetypes making it valued by a broad base of players: PIC
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/R6b2zwPUNs
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: because it allows them to take control of a world and shape it in their own image, with their ideas and by their own hand.
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
@PBJellyGames
Don’t say that, you know what comes after July!
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
Hello friend😊 Canada trip was amazing, thought of you the whole time! Gabe is great,
@baseball
game w/PopPop
#minecraftedu
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
#SuperNewbie
#MinecraftEDU
1st & only exp. Sun night with
@MarkC_Author
&
@MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@johnmillerEDU
It's certainly a broadly open ended game and creative tool. For me it's the Game Dev opportunity that excites
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:14 PM EDT
One reason kids care because they can be themselves in
#minecraft
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
In case you Missed Q1 - Why is Minecraft Engaging? Why do our kids care about Minecraft?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/j1JJmUS28k
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A1: Freedom to do anything. Create, explore, survive, design Low barrier of entry & limitless ceiling. Currently RedStone 4 me
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1) They have control, they use imagination & creativity to construct own world, easy to understand
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@cscottsy
Or they can be anyone else. Minecraft can take a child anywhere they want to be. Which may be themselves or …
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@cscottsy
Absolutely, There's a clear sense of autonomy and feeling of success at so many stages.
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A1 - You can spawn as many friends as you like & they will simply grunt & listen 2 everything you say!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/omV7N0bXwz
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 Minutes is Q2 for
#MinecraftEDU
Twitter EdChat Topic Integrating the Whole Family with Minecraft in Education.
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
I LOVE action packed movies, car chases, explosions...LOVE IT!
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/M4xwZ6MOxc
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A1 further - Think of any game ever created and kids can play it in a Minecraft setting- Pokemon, MarioKart, Ect. many options
#minecraftedu
MarkC_Author
Aug 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
#Minecraftedu
I agree with Spiri, kids have little control in their lives. In MC, they are kings
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:18 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
@PBJellyGames
@MarkC_Author
More to come! The more you play, the more you learn.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@BBTNB
That's Brilliant!
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MGrundel
@PBJellyGames
Yes, I know curriculum writing & presentations 😩😩
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/Gj3g7r8PLz
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
@MGrundel
Same here. Love how the players can easily explain their reasoning.
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
@itsmeSpiri
On the otherhand, I feel like I have no control in MC. I need to work on basic moves. :)
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: How can Minecraft help to foster healthy family relationships?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/vWwHnj0X80
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
We are jamming’
@johnmillerEDU
and
@cscottsy
on
#MinecraftEDU
Chat Tonight
https://t.co/CqpdXVN5jp
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Hello Mark! How are you? We have some things to talk about, haven't forgotten my friend 😊
#minecraftedu
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
@MarkC_Author
@itsmeSpiri
It's like once you learn to crawl, then walk, the world is your oyster.
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2. The family that plays together, laughs together.
#relationships
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@cscottsy
@VtheLearner
@MarkC_Author
@itsmeSpiri
#MinecraftEDU
and then you learn to run, and build bigger better, code, and develop.
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A2: It's def an opportunity to have conversations with my kids. It's great to listen to their insight and concerns
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
@MGrundel
Back to school soon? How much longer for you or are you back now?
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
So true. Family game night was always a highlight for me growing up.
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2) Kids & I play together! New family fun time, love listening to them discussing their worlds, things they're creating
#MinecraftEDU
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: allowing families to discuss decision making while playing, positive acknowledgements, and problem solving opportunities!
#minecraftedu
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@MGrundel
how about this jamming gif?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/lqANnCFuFd
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Love that kids can take the lead, Minecraft promotes positive dialog.
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@cscottsy
@VtheLearner
@MarkC_Author
Amen!
#preach
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/Pf3qvUurhl
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2 - I've seen so many families begin to play together and build, or make videos ect. Example:
@minecreatetime
is Father/Son
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@johnmillerEDU
So many families don't spend that quality time together. I want my Ss to have some of that time with me.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Minecraft can help kids and adults speak a common language (Minecraft Lab, p. 7) <— Note my awesome APA
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A2 -
#MinecraftEDU
allows kids to be the teachers at home & school. It is FULL of kid voice an choice which is apparently kinda important :)
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
@johnmillerEDU
The game means so much to them, it's great to share that experience.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
In case you Missed Q2 - How can Minecraft help to foster healthy family relationships?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/MHztTuBoUm
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@cscottsy
@johnmillerEDU
Important to recognize what is meaningful to them.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Minecraft encourages positive traits & build life skills. (p. 8) What a great activity to participate in w/ the whole family.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Obligatory self-promotion:: Minecraft Labs for Kids by
@johnmillerEDU
and I
https://t.co/8CCba4tTYp
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2 - Instead of "No Minecraft at the dinner table!" we all eat off of
@Microsoft
Surface Tablets now :)
#FamilyTime
#FineChina
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@MGrundel
I like the creator opportunities.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@itsmeSpiri
@MGrundel
Is that you in the Gif Spiri?
#MinecraftEDU
You look FABULOUS :D
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
Exactly, Minecraft encourages great family connections and builds a platform for communication + common language
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:27 PM EDT
@MarkC_Author
Thank you Mark! Canada, NC & Keystone CO trips month of July...happy to be home
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/pWIGu47eOd
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 Minutes is Q3 for
#MinecraftEDU
Twitter EdChat Topic Integrating the Whole Family with Minecraft in Education.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
It was great and so much. We are doing another session on 8/8. Hope you can join
@MarkC_Author
and I.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:28 PM EDT
This book is the best for brand new educators. Connects the Real and Virtual with Learning Opps
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/6zzQpq6wrS
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Obligatory self-promotion:: Minecraft Labs for Kids by
@johnmillerEDU
and I
https://t.co/8CCba4tTYp
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@VtheLearner
Yes, keep playing, the more you play, the more comfortable you get. Its all about practice and iteration.
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
@MGrundel
Learning obstacle #2. I'm emptynester. Opportunity: I have more time to practice
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@PBJellyGames
@MGrundel
Haha! Why Yes 😂😂😂 You recognized me 😉
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/UyGkZdBcTx
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: How does
#minecraft
lend itself to connecting with the whole family?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/GfyGgaG0MM
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: It's easy to join in a game on any device. The kids will lead the way!
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
I play with my kids on our xbox360
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@AnIowaTeacher
@MarkC_Author
I would invest the $27 in an account for myself. Its the cost of about an Ed Book.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3 - easily share creations with family. Family can build together. I've Seen many family builds
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/0cdfw0SXOD
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: How does
#minecraft
lend itself to connecting with the whole family?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/GfyGgaG0MM
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
I have missed this chat SO MUCH, so happy to be here with you all 😊
@PBJellyGames
@MGrundel
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/06ya9bNp98
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
In case you missed Q3 - How does Minecraft lend itself to building connections with the whole family?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/KIfLfW99h9
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3:b/c it doesn't require you to play it to be involved. You can ask qs about what is going on, talk up the worlds made, etc.
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3 - With Minecraft Realms apparently it allows the whole family to contribute to projects even from a distance (University)
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@jcorippo
@bribriggs
Where you guys at? Missing you on
#MinecraftEDU
Chat
https://t.co/5BuAC99hEP
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Talking I can do. ;)
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/4YYHJ1z95g
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3:b/c it doesn't require you to play it to be involved. You can ask qs about what is going on, talk up the worlds made, etc.
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: Working together, building together. Everybody gets to feel successful as part of a team.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I regularly hear "come over here, I want to show you what I made"
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@cscottsy
That's cool.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Yes, let your child shine and share their expertise with you and explain their interests and hobbies.
#MinecraftEDU
coiascience
Aug 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A3 - b/c there are so many examples of people of all ages playing. There's no one way to play so it fits all personalities.
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A3 - Finding the best Minecraft World Seed is a recent addiction for my 6yr old and I. They are incredible! 3hrs today alone!
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 Minutes is Q4 for
#MinecraftEDU
Twitter EdChat Topic Integrating the Whole Family with Minecraft in Education.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
I love that point Todd! I think when we realize that Minecraft is a Language that kids want to speak it helps.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@coiascience
Excellent point Matt. I think that this goes back to the heart of Question 1!.
#MinecraftEDU
VtheLearner
Aug 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Glad I could stop by. Will see in you MC.
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A3) Join family members world, play, create, fun for all ages, it's wholesome fun, don't have to worry about inapprop content
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Great Point!
@coiascience
Bartle's Archetypes of Gamers - Minecraft meets all demo's
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/SvMY9dInWM
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q4: Describe a cool
#Minecraft
project a family can complete both in and outside the game.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/7rQ8FMgUBI
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Woot Woot! I was wondering where you were! Glad to see you here!
#hello
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/tnpxqSmeJ6
AnIowaTeacher
Aug 2 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@MGrundel
@MarkC_Author
I've got that all ready! :) Just got it downloaded back to my new computer!
#MinecraftEDU
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A4:I'd like my boys to look around their community and find things worth replicating. They are pretty observant-would be cool!
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4: Cooking! Cake, cookies, crafting, recipes. Play the game as cookies are baking.
#MinecraftEDU
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4) Sophie, 12: Design a roller coaster/amusement park Sarah, 7: I want to make a huge museum, like Smithsonian
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Q4: Love the archery activity in book, Lab 17. I just built a redstone archery range w/ sticky pistons & lava 2 dump arrows
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: We did a version of the Zombie dance party (redstone and simple circuits) at camp today!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/50KWuuLL2p
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4 - Design an EPIC sandcastle in the Desert Biome & head to the beach & build it for real!
#BeachEDU
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/5J3MC0SIAt
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4 - How about look for an area in the community to redevelop?
@zbpipe
and her class did this for
@cityofhamilton
Waterfront
#MinecraftEDU
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
- my first Twitter chat. A1 - played with my 5 year old on PE when I had bronchitis and was "bedridden" - hooked on it
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: cont - love the idea of using cotton swabs and popsicle sticks to create actual bows and arrows.
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Note blocks are so cool, create a tune in Minecraft and then recreate it on guitar/piano.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
In case you missed Q4 - Describe a fun Minecraft proj. a family can complete in and outside the game.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/FuKa7jdxuL
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
@MrRussoRH
Connor too? My girls are assisting w/ answers 😊
#me
&mygirls
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/EH2cIzOAjB
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A4: Building strong tall structures in/out of game
#MinecraftEDU
compare physics in/out game.
https://t.co/rFWuvUweXx
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:46 PM EDT
@21Tch
Nice to see you in the chat Michelle!
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:47 PM EDT
@johnmillerEDU
Yeah, that’s Lab 14, I Hear Music! I am def building a Matchbox Guitar w/ my son.
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 Minutes is Q5 for
#MinecraftEDU
Twitter EdChat Topic Integrating the Whole Family with Minecraft in Education.
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Don't Forget the Afterchat Broadcast with
@cscottsy
&
@johnmillerEDU
Starts @ 9:05 EST Just after chat
https://t.co/Xi4DyNAPra
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Don't Forget the Afterchat Broadcast with
@cscottsy
&
@johnmillerEDU
Starts @ 9:05 EST Just after chat
https://t.co/Yf3wNlVOwX
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Welcome! Thanks for joining
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/sIAEUJFthI
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:44 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
- my first Twitter chat. A1 - played with my 5 year old on PE when I had bronchitis and was "bedridden" - hooked on it
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
I've always loved the idea comparing the physics of Minecraft vs. Real world. Seen it done well.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/0nWagoTkHZ
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A4: Building strong tall structures in/out of game
#MinecraftEDU
compare physics in/out game.
https://t.co/rFWuvUweXx
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:48 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
A1 pt 2 - It appeals to all ages and genders, there is someone for everyone. Build, find, hunt, create, pretend, discover...
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Do the Minecraft Workout. Try to carry as much as Steve. A Cubic Meter of Anything is pretty heavy.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ihHlp7Z4WU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
@21Tch
Well we're super excited that you could join us tonight Michelle. We're here every Tues 8PM EST with a new Topic.
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Maybe steve is like an ant?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ePdVNNhSeI
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Do the Minecraft Workout. Try to carry as much as Steve. A Cubic Meter of Anything is pretty heavy.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ihHlp7Z4WU
lesliefarooq
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
@MGrundel
You've got me contemplating the mass of a cubic meter of styrofoam. hehe
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: How do we foster skills within the game and promote skill transfer to the real world?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/BZyFGH9S5e
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
@lesliefarooq
And just like that a Math Lesson is born. Talk about a great
#3ActMath
!
#MinecraftEDU
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:51 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
A2 - I can play with my son, despite 35 years age difference & having, as a girl, no idea how to play well w/ a boy.
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5: It can be as easy as asking the players questions. Build character education too!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/sCFKfBKL6M
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: How do we foster skills within the game and promote skill transfer to the real world?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/BZyFGH9S5e
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
This is just a Brilliant Math exercise
#mathchat
#math
#gbl
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/C7mblxXw20
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Do the Minecraft Workout. Try to carry as much as Steve. A Cubic Meter of Anything is pretty heavy.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/ihHlp7Z4WU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
@21Tch
I love getting into the Weeds with my students, and I have 25 years on them, but they end of teaching me so much,
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5 - Focus on the 7Cs in Minecraft and highlight examples both digitally and in the real world!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/nAsTyKj25q
coiascience
Aug 2 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A5 - Physical skills are a bit hard but softer skills like communication, problem solving and perseverance come more easily.
#MinecraftEDU
MrRussoRH
Aug 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5:by asking a new favorite ? of mine:"does it happen in school (Minecraft!) does it happen in life." Followed by"yes and..."
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@21Tch
Amazing how there's something for everyone within the game environment of Minecraft right?
#MinecraftEDU
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
A3 - solving problems TOGETHER. Mods, maps, textures, skins. How to? Let's figure it out together.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: By talking, sharing, communicating, and reflecting on actions/values w/in game, especially w/ whole family, Kids take this
#MinecraftEDU
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A5: I think a key component are recipes. Kids are so comfortable with them and they build great math skills.
#MinecraftEDU
21Tch
Aug 2 @ 8:54 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
- A4 - read a novel together then create the setting of the novel in creative mode. Discuss and collaborate, read for details
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
In case you missed Q5 - How do we foster skills within the game and promote ~transfer to~ real world?
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/HSUwZ2qIvm
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
@21Tch
Yes! Nothing I’ve done before as a teacher brings adults and kids together like Minecraft.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
@coiascience
I believe by communicating, problem solving, etc we speak a common lang w/ kids. We learn from each other.
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Here are the 7Cs I focus on yearly & almost entirely on while students are in & out of
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/eTHKEQ9oME
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Same for me!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/5dpCAu9MxA
johnmillerEDU
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
@21Tch
Yes! Nothing I’ve done before as a teacher brings adults and kids together like Minecraft.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
@BBTNB
Great resource. Thanks for sharing this link!
#MinecraftEDU
cscottsy
- Moderator
Aug 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Great resource!
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/PuQVoAEbJI
BBTNB
Aug 2 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Here are the 7Cs I focus on yearly & almost entirely on while students are in & out of
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/eTHKEQ9oME
itsmeSpiri
Aug 2 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A5) Use planning skills to map out a assignments, have convo about game goals & academic goals
#minecraftedu
