#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday February 21, 2017
8:00 PM EST
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
Intro: Good Evening Miners, Crafters, and Creepers! Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat w/
@PBJellyGames
@DrWastelandMD
& I. Please Intro yourself
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#MinecraftEdu
Chat! Tonight we join
@DrWastelandMD
as he Mods topic: Engagement First: A Gamer’s Approach to Minecraft Lessons
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
Q0 Please introduce yourselves and let us know why you started to teach with or play
#MinecraftEdu
participatechat
Feb 21 @ 8:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#MinecraftEDU
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/M5w7eU1M9r
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Please check out
#student
work game design, command block coding, and cellular biology
#PBL
https://t.co/ikWVyCP8jB
#minecraftedu
martianteacher
Feb 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hi I'm Thomas third grade from NC! I'm here to learn.....my students love Minecraft. Wanna know how to incorporate in class
#MinecraftEDU
Jasonthegodman
Feb 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Jason from Texas! Instructional Tech Specialist and CS / GameDev teacher.
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hey everyone, thanks so much for having me by this evening! I'm really happy to be here and I can't wait to talk Minecraft!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Great! Welcome to the chat Thomas!
#MinecraftEdu
There's a million ways to use it for PBL and GBL in class.
In reply to @martianteacher
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Q0 Please Introduce Yourself: Name, Role, Location, and why did you start playing/using Minecraft?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
This is one of my favorite activities in
#MinecraftEDU
, beats the old fashioned book report. Esp when SS work together
In reply to @MRAROOM12
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Matt from Kzoo Michigan. 5th grade at
#GLCSryan
. Playing to connect with Ss and understand a new language!
#minecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
.
@martianteacher
Even just following the
#MinecraftEdu
community will give you loads of new ideas and resources :D
In reply to @martianteacher
Jasonthegodman
Feb 21 @ 8:02 PM EST
Started playing Minecraft with my brother when it was in Alpha! Haven't looked at
#MinecraftEdu
however. Here to learn more!
martianteacher
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
thanks!! I've dabbled in it. Did a little bit with the solar system.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Welcome Thomas - great way to start, is by asking Ss what they want to do/show in
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @martianteacher
martianteacher
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
I'm definitely taking notes tonight!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey Jason, welcome to the Chat! Great to have you hear! I'm a
#MinecraftEdu
Game Designer myself! Love GDev teachers!
In reply to @Jasonthegodman
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
Welcome Jason! Glad to have you in tonights chat. Love the JOb Title/Description.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @Jasonthegodman
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:03 PM EST
A0 = Ben from Canada! My students made it very uncomfortable for me to continue living without knowing about
#MinecraftEDU
#PeerPressure
?
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
A0 1 of 2 I'm Doug Watkins, aka Dr. Wasteland MD. I'm a DGBL Specialist, private tutor, and camp instructor out of Raleigh, NC
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
Would love to connect. Have you also met
@mr_isaacs
? Another one of our great Game Design Ts.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Jasonthegodman, @mr_isaacs
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
A0 2 of 2 I created Darkewater, a Minecraft Adventure City (
https://t.co/4MRj9ED41Z
), and I've been playing since 2010
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
is all about building that common language, or as James Gee says, Semiotic Domains.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
Jasonthegodman
Feb 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Have not but I am down! Hit me up at JHolt@newmanacademy.org
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @mr_isaacs
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Thanks Mom, glad to see you here!
KcwatkinsK
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
good to see you
In reply to @DrWastelandMD
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Welcome to
#MinecraftEdu
community Matt. BTW I love your choice of phrase. Minecraft IS a Language that kids GET!
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
A0: Mark G, 5th Grade teacher from Southern NJ, started w/
#MinecraftEDU
because of the way it engaged me in learning. See through new lens
Jasonthegodman
Feb 21 @ 8:05 PM EST
Well this is amazing.
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:04 PM EST
A0 2 of 2 I created Darkewater, a Minecraft Adventure City (
https://t.co/4MRj9ED41Z
), and I've been playing since 2010
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
A teacher should never be to comfortable. "Familiarity breeds contempt"
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
martianteacher
Feb 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
ohhh could you let me know how and what you did with multiplication? This would be amazing
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @KristinDMorris
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:06 PM EST
YAY Ben! Ben you must share the most recent Dragon Realm you put together. true
#GBL
on that one!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
Mr_Ullman
Feb 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
A0 Jordan 5th grade T from Princeton, NJ. Started
#minecraftedu
because I wanted to know what my Ss were all talking about!
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Q1 is rolling in around the corner in 1 Min!
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
Bob Stokes SpEd T Westhill High School Syracuse NY Starting using
#MinecraftEdu
to teach Algebra to HS Ss.... it works
Principal_H
Feb 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
SpEdcampNJ 2017 Tickets, Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
#MinecraftEDU
#GBL
#Gamebasedlearning
https://t.co/Gw7EjssQ4Z
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:09 PM EST
such a powerful way to engage Ss, meet them where they are, and build upon their interests.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mr_Ullman
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
Q1 How can we use games like Minecraft to get students engaged and invested in their own learning?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
Chris, you going to be at SpedCamp? Let's talk some
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @Principal_H
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
Yeah, just had that conversation with
@mrhawkinsGL
.
#MinecraftEdu
is such a unique
#LANGUAGE
for kids. Haha lets all learn it
In reply to @Mr_Ullman, @mrhawkinsGL
MarkC_Author
Feb 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
#Minecraftedu
Hi Everyone, Mark the Minecraft Author here!
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:10 PM EST
How is the endeavor going? Curious to see what some of the work looks like.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 Learn what makes the game fun in the first place. Then ask "what are kids learning in this game when they are having fun?"
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 to show them that learning can be fun with
#MinecraftEdu
and that they might now even know they are learning valuable skills
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
That's Awesome! Bob you must share that with us! I know many HS ts would love to see how to fit Algebra to
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
Mark! Great to have you in the chat! How goes the writing?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MarkC_Author
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
Welcome Mark! We miss having your voice :D Hows the books and family my friend?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MarkC_Author
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
Q1 How can we use games like Minecraft to get students engaged and invested in their own learning?
#MinecraftEDU
MrsMurat
Feb 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
Hope you can join us for
#digcitsummit
on 2/25! Register here:
https://t.co/z9cvgOsGR4
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#minecraftedu
a1 have them create there own games and experiments in the minecraft sandbox
#MinecraftEdu
MarkC_Author
Feb 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
Going well, started on Minecraft novel #19. Gonna be something new to literature and Minecraft!
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1
#MinecraftEdu
Games should never just be used as simple motivational piece, we must see how to draw connections btwn gameplay and skills.
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
I would love to help
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1: Build first, ask questions later???
#MinecraftEDU
Is a tool/vehicle for allowing Ss to show mastery and ownership of learning
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1 Ss are already familiar with the app, so they can show what they know without learning another new thing
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 CTD
#MinecraftEdu
When we do this, we create environment of authentic play, support student success & Create relevance for Ss learning
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1
#MinecraftEdu
Games should never just be used as simple motivational piece, we must see how to draw connections btwn gameplay and skills.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1:
#MinecraftEDU
meets Ss where they are and in a familiar and comfortable manner. Even non-gamers quickly learn mechanics
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
And there's always new things to learn in Minecraft and deeper topics to explore.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1: Now Published
#MinecraftEDU
"The Dragon Realm"
#Gamify
#Literacy
#EDventure
#Empathy
@PBJellyGames
@MGrundel
https://t.co/N0HR69mcKP
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
A BRILLIANT Point. What and WHY are kids learning voluntarily? How can we leverage this to skills &content we need to teach?
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1 Learn what makes the game fun in the first place. Then ask "what are kids learning in this game when they are having fun?"
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:15 PM EST
Agree!!! being in a comfortable setting allows for increased learning
#MinecraftEdu
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1 Ss are already familiar with the app, so they can show what they know without learning another new thing
#MinecraftEdu
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
A1: Ss are engaged in building process of
#MinecraftEdu
& invested in their learning to create a final project (creative). Ss own learning
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
As opposed to us asking kids to come to our media to learn, it makes sense to go to their media to teach them.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
community if you're near MAINE you should check this out!
#digcit
@CurranCentral
In reply to @CurranCentral
MrsMurat
Feb 21 @ 8:12 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
Hope you can join us for
#digcitsummit
on 2/25! Register here:
https://t.co/z9cvgOsGR4
lynnetelfer
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
#minecraftedu
I wish! They are busy learning about the start of WWII. I hope to include them in a session with you soon!
In reply to @MGrundel
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
#minecraftedu
tie what they like to do with the standards
https://t.co/vlsiIVkltg
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
DM me, I would love to hear how you're making it work! What lessons you're using! Thanks!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42
SpeightEd
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
I have no experience at all with Minecraft. Where can I go to get basic knowledge of how it works and how to use in classroom?
#MinecraftEdu
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
Yes! If it is just a hook, then we will need a fresh one soon.
#minecraftedu
can extend the learning experience
In reply to @PBJellyGames
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
And to allow the Ss to be the Ts and the Ts the Ss
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
Yes!
#MinecraftEdu
Minecraft is not just a game! Many students connect with it from the design side! So Versatile!
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1:
#MinecraftEDU
meets Ss where they are and in a familiar and comfortable manner. Even non-gamers quickly learn mechanics
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:18 PM EST
You're in the right place. Many people here would be glad to sit down with you and walk you through the basics
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @SpeightEd
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
Students OWN their Learning!
#Powerful
#Truth
#MinecraftEdu
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:16 PM EST
A1: Ss are engaged in building process of
#MinecraftEdu
& invested in their learning to create a final project (creative). Ss own learning
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
Welcome Cynthia, I agree,
#MinecraftEDU
is all about Ownership and Pride in work/learning.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
ChatSchool
Feb 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
Learn how
@mraspinall
uses modern tools like
#MinecraftEdu
,
#OneNote
, &...
https://t.co/9IHpZsAkia
by
#MicrosoftEDU
via
@c0nvey
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:19 PM EST
I talk often about the Diminishing Returns provided by
#MinecraftEdu
when used as simply a build and design tool for PBL.
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
Q2 Once a child is motivated to learn, how do we push them and challenge them to go beyond their current level of learning?
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
A1: Games like MC help students get engaged because you incorporate one of their interests.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
Such an immersive experience. I think Ss need to build fox holes and bunkers, you detonate the TNT.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2: You could pretend their favorite character is urging them on
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
Gamer Psychology supports that some will enjoy that aspect of
#MinecraftEdu
but others require more. We need to be versatile
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 Be creative, listen, research, and make kids' goals into a challenge. They want to mod? Challenge them to learn Java code.
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 I think if they are excited and motivated then we passed our challenge as Ts
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Great Question! start here
https://t.co/0zpxQcOEse
and seek help from
#MinecraftMentors
plenty of which are in chat
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @SpeightEd
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:21 PM EST
Jared reach out to some of the
#MinecraftMentors
for sure, like
@MGrundel
@mr_isaacs
@BBTNB
@irvspanish
And Myself.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @SpeightEd, @MGrundel, @mr_isaacs, @BBTNB, @irvspanish
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Yeah, a lot. If you search on Twitter for
#MinecraftEdu
you'll see the conversation.
In reply to @KcwatkinsK
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Q2 Once a child is excited + motivated to learn, how do we push & challenge them to go beyond their current level of learning?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
Yes, we must leverage
#StuExpertise
and allow Ss to shine as leaders. I reg have Ss lead lessons
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42, @DrWastelandMD
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
And a regular
#studentvoice
joins us!
#MinecraftEdu
thanks for sharing your voice Paola! and Fantastic Point!
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
A1: Games like MC help students get engaged because you incorporate one of their interests.
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2: Showing Ss new tools to extend learning. Thanks
@MGrundel
&
@PBJellyGames
- Fill command! Started w Ss today
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 - Projects like
@MicrosoftEduCA
#Canada150
#ExploreTeachBuild
are a natural evolution for students familiar with
#MinecraftEDU
#Engaging
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
That fill command can get hairy, be careful! Many times have I filled my map with dirt!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard, @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2
#MinecraftEdu
The scaffolding of skills and motivation comes with adding more and more challenges for them to engage in.
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
@DrWastelandMD
be like Ye Olden Players and do it by hand
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @Mrs_Gozzard, @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames, @DrWastelandMD
remikalir
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
As
#ILT5320
reads & discusses
#gamification
this Q seems relevant to observations. If you're not following
#MinecraftEdu
now, read chat tmrw
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:20 PM EST
Q2 Once a child is motivated to learn, how do we push them and challenge them to go beyond their current level of learning?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: Show Ss what is possible, either via projects or YouTube Videos. Make a new dimension, build a mini-game w/ command blocks
#MinecraftEDU
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2 Being new to the game, I worry about challenging Ss when I am challenged by the basics, but... 1/2
#MinecraftEDU
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
Just like games have levels of increasing difficulty we need to do the same. Increase Risk and Reward is a powerful motivator.
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2
#MinecraftEdu
The scaffolding of skills and motivation comes with adding more and more challenges for them to engage in.
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
encourage them to go further in their education learn 1 more command
#minecraftedu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
Exactly. When Ss overcome your first challenge, you must build on that for the nxt challenge, and again for 3rd
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:25 PM EST
What there is no user manual in
#MinecraftEDU
How will I ever learn? I might break it...
In reply to @pfm2001_, @DrWastelandMD, @Mrs_Gozzard, @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
Canadians say Sorry a lot. But never more then when you fill a student
#MinecraftEDU
map with endless dirt!
#IsItTooLateNowToSaySorry
?
#YES
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:23 PM EST
That fill command can get hairy, be careful! Many times have I filled my map with dirt!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard, @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
teach their discovery to other classmates
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
This also answers Q2!
#MinecraftEdu
Allowing Ss to find new challenges allows them to push beyond our limited knowledge / expectations.
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:17 PM EST
And to allow the Ss to be the Ts and the Ts the Ss
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @MGrundel
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
LOL! I've suffered through building before we had /fill. The struggle is real.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @pfm2001_, @Mrs_Gozzard, @MGrundel, @PBJellyGames
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
@MGrundel
https://t.co/xWDrazfiod
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @DrWastelandMD, @Mrs_Gozzard, @PBJellyGames, @MGrundel
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
A2 one way students have challenged is teaching me & others. Improved comm skills as they "make sense" of what they know 2/2
#MinecraftEdu
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:27 PM EST
I would totally do that! I suppose it's a good thing my Ss have mad skills that need coaching
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
Well said!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
How do you have Ss teach others? Are you reaching a large global authentic audience?
@mr_isaacs
uses SnapGuide
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL, @mr_isaacs
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
Now you just gotta direct that energy into productivity! Your Ss will surprise you!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard, @PBJellyGames
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:29 PM EST
@MGrundel
Video/written tutorials can help
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @mrhawkinsGL, @mr_isaacs, @MGrundel
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3 What are the elements of a highly engaging game based lesson in Minecraft?
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
I LOVE THIS POINT!
#MinecraftEdu
Getting Students to Design the Lesson for other Students is so powerful! We learn more when we teach others
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:26 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
teach their discovery to other classmates
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3: As we move away from subject based learning and towards cross-curricular/thematic based learning I hope
#MinecraftEDU
plays larger role
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3 1 of 2 In my lessons, I give priority to fun over education. People don't learn things unless they are interested.
#MinecraftEdu
Mr_Ullman
Feb 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3 Hitting that sweet spot between giving that immediate AND delayed gratification
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
To me, this is the icing on the cake, share what you learned in a 21st Century Style.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @pfm2001_, @mrhawkinsGL, @mr_isaacs
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
@DrWastelandMD
one where students aren't off doing their own thing, or slouching at their computers
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @DrWastelandMD
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3 2 of 2 Next, I look at the challenge. What will students have to learn to beat the game? Does it integrate ed goals?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q3 What are the elements of a highly engaging game based lesson in Minecraft?
#MinecraftEDU
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
when they cant put the task down be it playing a map or creating something
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3
#MinecraftEdu
Highly Enaging Games and GBL have 4 Keys: Risk / Reward, Immediate Feedback, Strong Narrative / Immersion, and Exploration
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
That is why
#minecraftedu
is amazing is bc students will challenge themselves and push the limits w/o a T having to intervene
In reply to @PBJellyGames
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
Oooh GBL can be so valuable bcz there is immediate payoff, but I'm glad to hear you point out the long term as well
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mr_Ullman
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A3: A game-based lesson must be that. It must have game elements and mechanics. Some challenge or competition, an end goal
#MinecraftEDU
cdiddy42
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
: teaching kids to be addicted to minecraft since 2012 lol
In reply to @pfm2001_
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A3: A balance between creativity & structure, including student choice
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
A3 CTD
#MinecraftEdu
- There are many more elements, but look at top selling games &these are there. *Exploration = CHOICE, Personalization
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3
#MinecraftEdu
Highly Enaging Games and GBL have 4 Keys: Risk / Reward, Immediate Feedback, Strong Narrative / Immersion, and Exploration
Mr_Ullman
Feb 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Definitely need both to keep their attention.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Share it all with us PLEASE I love to share great educators and Ss work with the world!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL, @MGrundel
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Leaving the Ts free to facilitate. Challenging our Ss to go further with MC is vital.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @bobADK42, @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:34 PM EST
Yes, put that stuff on YouTube or Twitter and have Ss create tutorials w/ Step-by-step instructions/guides.
#MinecraftEDU
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:33 PM EST
Global audience is a goal. Shares so far have been inhouse with some live stream experiment. Now to add viewers!
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
True, but you don't know what you don't know. View yourself as researcher/facilitator push Ss learning
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @bobADK42, @PBJellyGames
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
A3: S choice + Curriculum Goal +
#minecraftedu
= S fun + S learning
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
like this "hey teach that kid what you just did and you cant touch their computer"
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel, @mrhawkinsGL, @mr_isaacs
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:35 PM EST
Exactly. Leverage their interests for the long term while using the short term to keep their focus.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mr_Ullman
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
I don't know if 1 prioritizes over the other, but the GOAL i think you're getting at is that Learning Can and Should be FUN
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3 1 of 2 In my lessons, I give priority to fun over education. People don't learn things unless they are interested.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:36 PM EST
Such a challenge, so many times I want to grab the mouse/key board, but that is a no-no
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @joakleyiii, @mrhawkinsGL, @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
Great point! And so true. Striking that balance between reward is key to motivation. Do Tests meet that criteria?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mr_Ullman
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
Where you at Knives!?!? And where is the hubby?
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
sometimes I feel torn between engaging w Ss IRL& using the classroom mode & engaging in game
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:37 PM EST
A3 - After 20 published lessons I'd say successful elements include 1. A Mission 2. Team Work 3. Story 4. Ideal maps/seeds
#MinecraftEDU
FigsClass
Feb 21 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3
#MinecraftEdu
I try to make mine with the ability for different levels of players to all reach peak levels of success.
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
Some Ss will engage better through a game than face to face, thats todays Ss
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard, @DrWastelandMD, @PBJellyGames
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
Ahhh! Tough Balance and interesting challenge!
#MinecraftEdu
How do you balance that?
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard, @DrWastelandMD
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:39 PM EST
So many learning outcomes packed into that short sentence!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4 What is the role of the teacher once students are participating in a highly engaging lesson?
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:41 PM EST
A4 1 of 2 The teacher can be a lot of things: score-keeper, referee, coach, mentor. Keep kids on task and encourage them
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4 2 of 2 down their chosen learning path. It's vital to allow kids to be curious at their own pace so they can flow.
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
@Mrs_Gozzard
you were just speaking on this! The balance between in-game connecting with Ss and out of game being the Teacher
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4 What is the role of the teacher once students are participating in a highly engaging lesson?
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
Q4 What is the role of the teacher once students are participating in a highly engaging lesson?
#MinecraftEDU
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4: Teacher role: Stand back, listen, watch, document and learn! 😊
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4: Facilitate, Facilitate, Facilitate via circulation. Ask Questions, push ideas and assumptions.
#MinecraftEDU
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
@MGrundel
Make sure they stay on topic and don't get out of hand
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @MGrundel
FigsClass
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4
#MinecraftEdu
participant!!! Best way to better understand the lesson/tinker is to experience with the students!
lynnetelfer
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
Class finished! a2: How much fun is it to be able to stand back and praise the learning!
#minecraftedu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
YES! Allowing students to engage in the PLAY! Play based Learning is how we all began to learn. Let them be Curious!
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4 2 of 2 down their chosen learning path. It's vital to allow kids to be curious at their own pace so they can flow.
#MinecraftEdu
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A4 Moderate, facilitate, and even participate in the activity, be relatable
#minecraftedu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
Welcome Chris! I am going to disagree w/ Stand Back, Get up in there, role up the sleeves and get dirty.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A4 Ask questions to deepen challenge, learning experience...but I would love to do that as a participant.
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
Many Ts don't realize that they are prioritizing learning>fun. I go for fun>learning bc I'm a gamer
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:43 PM EST
A4 - Add to the engagement by trying to touch base with each student so they know you care too! Ask Questions! OR Join in!
#MinecraftEDU
lynnetelfer
Feb 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
a4:
#minecraftedu
become a student too! Follow the lead of others!
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:44 PM EST
I also prefer a hands-on approach in my classroom. I have to watch that I don't interrupt Ss flow.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @FigsClass
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
Ss loved nothing better than blowing me up, so why not create a lesson around that
#minecraftedu
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
A4: When the Ss are in my job is to give encouragement & direction, scaffolding, document ... learning & teaching
#MinecraftEdu
joakleyiii
Feb 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
facilitator, help them find what they want to learn, and set the guild lines of the project
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:45 PM EST
A3: Elements: Collaboration, great digital representations of 'reality', invites creativity, innovation, critical thinking.
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
1 of 2 Let me clarify "flow" as that brain state where things slow down and one feels they have the ability to do anything.
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:46 PM EST
Fantastic statement! A big but amazing shift in the way we're learning to teach!
#MinecraftEdu
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4: Teacher role: Stand back, listen, watch, document and learn! 😊
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
I agree, it is so easy for Ts like me to get off topic and out of hand when it comes to
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @pfm2001_
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
A4 - Go beyond facilitator! Get in there and Play, Craft, Learn!
#MinecraftEDU
#DeepLearning
#Respect
#21CL
#GBL
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
Glad you could make it tonight Chris! How are things? It's been a while!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
2 of 2 Flow is only poss when the subject is receiving + feedback from their environment, and they feel good at the task.
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
Awesome Point!
#MinecraftEdu
This is where the real connections and understanding of the tool comes into play!
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:47 PM EST
A4 - Go beyond facilitator! Get in there and Play, Craft, Learn!
#MinecraftEDU
#DeepLearning
#Respect
#21CL
#GBL
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:48 PM EST
A2: Encourage them to create what is not yet known...innovate...move beyond the possible...make the 'impossible' a reality!
#MinecraftEdu
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
A2: Encourage them to create what is not yet known...innovate...move beyond the possible...make the 'improbable' a reality!
#MinecraftEdu
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:49 PM EST
A4: classroom model helps M:EE Ts to monitor
#MinecraftEdu
but I still feel at times I need a body double. Sometimes Ss help monitor
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q5 How do I show that my students are being enriched through engaging in Minecraft while developing skills and learning?
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
A5 Use project-based lessons to create things. But keep in mind that the learning occurs in the process, not the final product
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Feb 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
@DrWastelandMD
Testing Time™
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @DrWastelandMD
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:51 PM EST
Love that!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Q5 How do I show that my students are being enriched through engaging in Minecraft while developing skills and learning?
#MinecraftEDU
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:52 PM EST
Can one not do what you suggest by actively watching and listening...Still rolling up the sleeves?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5 This is where
@ChrisQuinn64
's comment on Teachers standing back, listening, watching and LEARNING comes in!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
JAlexander63
Feb 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/KGMKTdMviV
FigsClass
Feb 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5 Provide other skill training while also using
#Minecraft
#minecraftedu
... I shared this earlier today, as my Ss were finishing up...
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:53 PM EST
All is well! Delighted to jump in briefly! Thanks for the welcome!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
Yes! Actively observe, watch, learn. Sometimes we don't want to interrupt Ss "flow."Good T knows when to observe
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
bobADK42
Feb 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
A5 Assessments embedded right into
#minecraftedu
based off of previous lessons completed within the game
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 8:54 PM EST
A5 - If the projects involving
#MinecraftEDU
involve issues in the real world you won't need to prove anything!
https://t.co/oPeoAxqDrZ
BBTNB
Feb 21 @ 2:19 PM EST
Vimy Ridge Tribute for
#Canada150
in
#MinecraftEDU
is progressing! 3279 fallen soldiers being honoured!
#ExploreTeachBuild
#MIEExpert
#NBED
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
Learn not to 'get in the way' sometimes...right?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
Mrs_Gozzard
Feb 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
A5: document learning using the camera in M:EE and portfolio, make connections before, during & after learning
#MinecraftEdu
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
You can "crane up" and get a greater knwledg of where Ss are, that in itself is rolling up the sleeves
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64, @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
Absolutely!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @ChrisQuinn64, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
This is so true, this is the art of teaching.
#MinecraftEDU
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:55 PM EST
Learn not to 'get in the way' sometimes...right?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:56 PM EST
A5: What I love about
#MinecraftEDU
is that Ss leave w/ a product/project that can be shared.
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
A5: Who might we be trying to 'convince' here?
#MinecraftEdu
momgonzales
Feb 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
My pleasure,
@bouncingtggr
Thanks 4 sharing, so excited forgot to take pictures.
@villacortarusd
@RowlandSchools
@rusdkids
#minecraftedu
bouncingtggr
Feb 21 @ 4:17 PM EST
Thank you
@momgonzales
for teaching us MindCraft 🖥⌨️thank you have so much patience to teach us
@RowlandEdTech
🥇
In reply to @momgonzales, @RowlandEdTech
mrhawkinsGL
Feb 21 @ 8:57 PM EST
A5 Love the tools to capture pictures and share through portfolio or other writing
#MinecraftEdu
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
Right on!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @DrWastelandMD, @MGrundel
DrWastelandMD
Feb 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
I think the challenge for Ts is not getting in the way of the flow. When a lesson works, it is exciting and hard to hold back
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:58 PM EST
A5: Game modifications, custom textures, blocks, dimensions, engage + enrich Ss and show unique ideas/learning
#MinecraftEdu
FigsClass
Feb 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
A5, unfortunately, for a little bit there will be skeptics. Helps to show changed motivation, creates more writing/perspective
#minecraftedu
ChrisQuinn64
Feb 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
Sincere thanks for allowing me to be part of your conversation/learning tonight...so enlightening!
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Feb 21 @ 8:59 PM EST
These are great features of Minecraft: Education Edition.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mrhawkinsGL
