#XPLAP Archive
Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday March 16, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to book chat Game Mechanics part IV!!! Introduce yourself & share a new game mechanic you've tried recently
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Welcome to book chat Game Mechanics part IV!!! Introduce yourself & share a new game mechanic you've tried recently
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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
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Don't have yet? We are just going chapter by chapter. Pick up a copy at Amazon and join in the fun!
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Nick Baskwill, Grade 5 NS Canada, hope to take part, sleep training so if all goes well I will be in! Added some jobs in the game
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Michael Matera
World History Teacher and Author of
New Mechanic: Lifejacket… For new comers, I added Steads that add to your lvl
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Carrie ~ Pflugerville, TX 6th Grade World Cultures & Department Chair Haven't tried anything new recently. Can we say Spring Break?
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Tisha Richmond, HS Culinary Arts, OR Time Event 60 min to create recipe w/ puff pastry & video tutorial https://t.co/Ojw1rmxPti
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Jay Hentzen, nothing new this week, but trying to make some characters soon.
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Good luck Nick… Sleep training is not an easy time.
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Gina Taylor from Cincinnati. Adjusted levels this week and lined them more toward the evolution of a civilization
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Rebecca Gauthier from Green Bay. I teach middle school social studies.
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I think we are all screaming for that.
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Glad to have you back Jay!
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Thanks, it's night 5...fingers crossed for a quick one!
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Sabrina Massey Chem/Physics/Geometry/Alg 2 just starting out…
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Sweet idea… Love to hear more adjustments made.
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I need to figure out life jackets for a couple hours
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Glad you are here tonight.
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Shannon in Chicago Just learning about gamification. Excited to see impact in classroom
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Don’t kid us Sabrina… You are rocking the new world.
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It is always an evolving process. I’ve learned to be very flexible!
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Question 1 coming in a few minutes!
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Just a nice side benefit to helps teach us to be more flexible…
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That is SO COOL! What a great way for your students to show what they know!
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good to hear! Need to keep planning mine
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Jestin VanScoyoc HS science in Michigan
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Glad to have you here Shannon. Hope you picked up a copy as it is filled with treasures of in Edu
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Ryan from IL. Late arrival and here for a brief time.
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Glad you made it back this week.
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Q1: Civilization recently experienced a drought. only certain city-states have access to water, needed to work together to survive.
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I will take all the Ryan I can get…
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a1) I want to say death star based on that picture, but mine will be trying to help everyone survive an alien planet
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A1: Blown away by session with I'm hoping to create a breakout edu in the near future.
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Carrie Baughcum 6/7/8 Extended Resource Teacher in Arl Hts, IL. My newest game component is non-tangible powerups
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Here with baby will see how this goes from BD Wisconsin
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A1: I played at & that was an awesome community challenge to overcome
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a1) although there might be evil people at some points as well. might be interesting to see if selfishness helps or not
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A1: I'm hoping to start our trading card token game more to power up lessons and projects with each other.
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it did show what kids knew or didn't know
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A1: This past week I did a Navel Battle in my class. Kids built the boats and we sailed them. Learn more: https://t.co/vvlzPMw92A
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Remember you have to put the tag on all your posts.
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A1: Rainforest Debate. Ss had to work w/ group to formulate why the RF is important to them. Each S had a diff piece of the puzzle
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Hi. Rishi from MKE. Been away. Feeling caught up and looking forward to tonight.
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Maybe it is the world history teacher in me but AWESOME! I want to be in your class.
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That will be cool. Can’t wait to hear more about that…
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Now that would be awesome!! :)
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Awesome! I have a feeling that and will have many more Lego pics in the near future.
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Haven't tried and group challenges yet but we are moving in that direction
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I love talking about items and power ups… Thinking that should be a session I run at
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Glad to have you here Adam.
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That sounds like a great idea, and the speaking & debate elements perfect addition https://t.co/84QnvxaQay
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A1: Rainforest Debate. Ss had to work w/ group to formulate why the RF is important to them. Each S had a diff piece of the puzzle
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having my students go back in time to simulate the constitutional convention, make sure it happens the right way and stop evil fule
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are awesome… Get it, play it, plan it!
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a1) had groups build rube goldberg machines to learn simple machines. Need to spruce it up for my game though
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A1 Doing first Raid this week, i.e. Class wide task. Keeping simple, let each Guild choose a natural disaster public service announ.
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my 10yrold saw a video of a the other day and said oh mom kids could earn clues to solve the breakout
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Boss battles &Amazing Race QR Codes, but most my challenges individual. Need to bring in more collaboration https://t.co/bzWgCisQSU
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Haven't tried and group challenges yet but we are moving in that direction
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Amazing Race QR Codes sounds fabulous. Would love to know more. https://t.co/C1Kw6L5ewB
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Boss battles &Amazing Race QR Codes, but most my challenges individual. Need to bring in more collaboration https://t.co/bzWgCisQSU
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Haven't tried and group challenges yet but we are moving in that direction
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A1 continued... Entire class gets bonus XP if variety of topics chosen, better class learning and communication between Guilds needed
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Q2: Use rumbling storm clouds to evoke sense of immediacy. Students know once the full storm moves in their time is up for game play.
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A2: Quickfire chall. This week Ss made pie crust tutorial in imovie in 60 min & exported it to google class. https://t.co/YugFHiTNkK
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a2) tried out an extreme event activity that had a city flooding. Students had time to complete 1 of two tasks.
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totally could! I am learning there different types of power ups different groups of Ss need. Depends where Ss are at.
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Here is a link about the activity I did with To Kill a Mockingbird
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Great way to immerse kids in the learning experience. You are moving them on so many levels. https://t.co/TSp3d4L9Pr
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Q2: Use rumbling storm clouds to evoke sense of immediacy. Students know once the full storm moves in their time is up for game play.
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I would like to know more as well. Thanks.
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A2: Side Quest that I hid & did not promote had a time limit for Ss to respond before it ran out.
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don't worry too much about fanciness. Kids will love the game. Upgrades will come with experience!
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Great idea! https://t.co/OaJfkAftpZ
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Q2: Use rumbling storm clouds to evoke sense of immediacy. Students know once the full storm moves in their time is up for game play.
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What a great idea! Pushes them to search for information!
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more just meant i need to tie it into the storyline somehow. They got plenty fancy :)
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A2: Quick fire rounds for do-nows are great timed challenges where the faster the better!
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A2: Bought TITLES and attached to clues, hid around school. It was awesome I could watch the action on Phone. https://t.co/k0cjXXfGHG
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putting that idea on my someday try list....which is quickly becoming my next week, next month list!
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Good evening fabulous crew! Sandy, MN middle school ELA teacher. Planning my gamification over spring break. Excited to get started.
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Sorry everyone, I have to build dominos with my son. Talk to everyone later.
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Glad to have you here Sandy… You are always welcome…. We are happy to help you on that.
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A2: 2 minute lightning rounds for triple XP. Ss balancing equations as fast as the speed of light!
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Sounds awesome Have you tried yet. I am going to plan something over my break next week to try out w/Ss
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Great discussion happening right NOW in ! Jump in!
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A2 Using Twitter for quick side quests sometimes, that students then complete in Schoology. great.
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awww man!!! I have to go pick up my daughter. Hope to make it back before the end of the chat! Love this topic!!
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Have not… Need to look into that one.
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It is cool and can reuse them for many ideas.
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A3: I'd like to create health inspector penalty. Random health inspector visits. Lose XP if don't pass inspection. need more ideas!
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Thanks it was fun and the kids loved it.
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A3:Had a group of girls install a theocracy as a gov’t due to girls having to be leaders according to religion Boys calmed right down
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Q3?! Better late than never! I'm Christine, Gr. 4 T in Venezuela. Glad to join!
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Thx! Planning Divergent theme-each class a faction. Content is fig lang & persuasive writing/speaking.
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A2 I need to check out TITLES & Quick Fire apparently :) Starting Natural Disaster Quest this wk, need to theme a Breakout, I do
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Fabulous idea! https://t.co/2nke68fAhh
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A3: I'd like to create health inspector penalty. Random health inspector visits. Lose XP if don't pass inspection. need more ideas!
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A3: We embed so Ss lose health and there are consequences when their char dies
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Oh Tisha you have to add that… Sound so fun! You could also give that as a power for someone else to Call for an inspection
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a3) could die and lose xp or items. maybe for if they fail a test or something? Maybe have to do a quest to live again
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Again, I will be there tomorrow at 8:15 your class just sounds too cool.
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A3) Used a student as a double agent and was able to 'steal points for their real group thanks to a power up
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Awesome, I love that idea. I was thinking of utilities inspector 2make sure laptops are in order in cart https://t.co/ieuzYkfFho
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A3: I'd like to create health inspector penalty. Random health inspector visits. Lose XP if don't pass inspection. need more ideas!
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could also be poor review by food critic, or in Yelp or food mag
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a3) or alien attacks if someone gets too powerful to rebalance. "aliens are jealous of your progress and attack!!"
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A3: Teams lose pts if S doesn't follow social contract. If a teammate "checks" the S & I don't get involved they don't lose pts.
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YEAH!!! We have Christine in the house!
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Hey there, Christine. I'm trying to follow , and there are so many great ideas to wrap my head around.
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This is what happens when you do right… You are driven to create a class culture of success and drive. https://t.co/SR1WHTmmEC
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A2 I need to check out TITLES & Quick Fire apparently :) Starting Natural Disaster Quest this wk, need to theme a Breakout, I do
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this would be awesome and hilarious. Worried i'd get fired for it though!
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A3: Punishment mechanics is a new realm for me. Any ideas of using it to promote teamwork?
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I want to know more about this one… How did the kids not know about the double agent.
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You are all giving me some great ideas! So excited! Q4 in 2 minutes!
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Looking forward to learning with you again!
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It was hilarious but it was how the game played out. opportunity to discuss the frustration in such a gov’t. powerful!
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I love that the aliens get jealous… I was hoping aliens didn’t have that emotion.
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Thats my way for incorporating our class guidelines into the game.
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Could be the game against the class. My test today was themed as the Persian wars. Each answer right helped the Greeks
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A3 Ss have 3 uses of cloak of invisibility, after that lose participation pt. Discourages most from hall pass abuse
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A3: Is it wrong to say I'm excited to incorporate the punishment aspect? Want factionless and Dauntless as barriers in my game.
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yes! Great way to ensure that teams are sharing workloads as well.
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I figured the students would relate to them better, maybe they just are worried about our militaristic behaviors
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A4: This is an area I'd like to grow and learn more about so that I can incorporate.
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A4: Easter eggs are what I want to conquer over Spring Break. I am thinking about hiding them on Schoology but would love ideas.
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A3: Thinking about a component of members of the factions secretly being Divergent and spying on other factions.
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A4: Simple idea but to encourage frequent checking of the learning target sheets I post quick quests on their sheets. Easy pts.
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Sorry to jump on late - better than never!
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A4 Hidden on google classroom, around class, library. plan to use this in new amazing race. travel around world to explore cuisine.
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A4: I am a bit stumped on this one...currently I don't have any, but am open to building some in!
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Did this in a spy game last year. Ss went crazy wondering who was the mole.
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Carrie, you will love them once you start using them.
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Ss make the contract. Each class has a different contract. Revisit often.
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A4) Haven't gotten to this point loving the ideas
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Also, if members don't follow norms of their factions (like dishonesty for Candor or vanity for Abnegation), suffer penalty.
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Good concept. Better to have Ss vs Game than Ss vs T - then we can still support & facilitate.
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What other tools do you use? Maybe a hidden QR code in a library book. On the shelves? Leave clues?
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a4) maybe on my website, to encourage people to actually use it. School library would be nice as well.
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A4: I just picked up golden easter eggs at CVS and dreaming up what I can put in them and where to hide them for challenge
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A4: Was thinking in some anatomy diagrams.
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A4) maybe the office and they have to tell the principal something nice.
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Not sure yet. But I love the secretiveness of Divergent in my game. They can be from multiple factions and be spoilers.
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Likewise. I have the theory or a good chunk of it. Need to figure out how to start small and not over do things.
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A4: Easter Eggs could easily be hidden in Thinglinks, or within blog posts/responses
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So they can be actual eggs or virtual ones? Still wrapping head around this concept. https://t.co/hOKqc32Goj
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A4: I just picked up golden easter eggs at CVS and dreaming up what I can put in them and where to hide them for challenge
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There are so many creative possibilities with Game Inspired Course Design. It really opens up both the Ss and the Ts thinking
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No. Every game needs a challenge. What's the game?
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That is a great idea! i have not used hidden QR codes. Having played Google’s INGRESS I want to do something like that
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Time is flying! Q5 in 2 minutes!!
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a4) maybe right on homework assignments? fill in the blanks that would lead to a clue to how to access it?
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They can be any surprise that they did not expect when they when somewhere or did something.
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Ha! You're cracking me up. Punishment mechanics to build character!
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Not familiar with it. Think Harry Potter when they had to search in the library....
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Terrific Idea! https://t.co/BkuueQdqFn
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a4) maybe right on homework assignments? fill in the blanks that would lead to a clue to how to access it?
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A4: I would love to do some Augmented reality clues embedded on videos or handouts for my students
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Creating Divergent themed game for my 4 ELA classes w/fig lang and persuasive writing/speaking as my content. is new to me
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A4: I have hidden some on Google docs that I give to students. With white text I make a hyper link to a bonus challenge doc.
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A4 hide tokens in class w/password to Schoology Bonus XP, hide stuff in Schoology in my profile, in locked drawer w/key in rm
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Yes Punishment. Persuade other Ss to punish or not. Think Salem Witch Trials Etc.
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New to me too. Have yet to obtain or even see the books.
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Thinking it will keep them on their toes and help factions hold each other accountable for success.
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That sounds awesome, hope that you will share
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A4 continued...most who find do it b/c they are Explorer gamer types. I've also given special badges to some explorers
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Way to keep encouraging their curiosity.
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I have Schoology, too. Interested in how to incorporate badges, etc in my game since it would be an easy fit to start.
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A5: Right now, Ss can turn in Gold Points for Chupa Chupa or Green Tea Kit Kats - Each week bring in international candies for trade
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A5 Ss could trade spice badges. Rare spices would give adv. in game. Haven't tried this yet. Would love any ideas on this as well!
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a5: Ss trade pts for RR pass, check if 1 answer on test is correct, positive phone call home, eat a snack ~ price varies
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Sounds great! Will have to look into it.
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You had me at Harry Potter. I live in Diagon Alley.
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Super idea! I can hide them in our classroom library. I have 2,000 books...it will be quite the hunt.
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A5: We have 3d printed currency, and they can buy virtual items and physical ones (tootsie roll pops etc)
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Trying to figure out tangible treasure for my Ss who will win our Adventure Quest & Challenge
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A5: Ss earned Bolivars for Side Quests throughout, & the last phase of the game was a "market" to make/earn final goods
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Love the idea of a positive phone call or email home as a reward, that is an awesome idea https://t.co/jls2JVdPoN
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a5: Ss trade pts for RR pass, check if 1 answer on test is correct, positive phone call home, eat a snack ~ price varies
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maybe only get to use those spices in their next recipe? like "chopped" but with the spices. Or they have to use all!
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I want AR too, never works rt for me, but still on to try again list :)
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My Spring break project is to finish my Peru curr for my students and get my Fulbright finished. 9K photos & hours of video
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My Spring break project is to finish my Peru curr for my students and get my Fulbright finished. 9K photos & hours of video
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Ss love this one, especially on Fridays!
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I will definitely share what I create. Planning this over spring break. Will share Gdoc with hashtag.
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A5: Students trade items as if they are along the Silk Road. Have to trade through city states to get items, can cash in for cards
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A4: I am curious about the eggs!
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Love it! I could not survive without it!
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If anyone can use photos, movies, etc. for a game, I'm happy to share ....
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What about 2 or 3 extra cooking minutes than the rest if its timed?
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Sounds amazing yet challenging task with awesome outcomes
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If you stumbled across any cool alien looking landscapes I could use those. Or erosion/deposition landforms
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Looked at several badging systems. Need to get started. I want to infuse library standards into badges.
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Students earn tickets and can buy goods or tools for the game my. Students did better with a physical money
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A5: Now Ss trying to collect tons of BP for the upcoming war. BP = Battle Pts. Used on Review days for starting score or bonuses
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A5: Here's a great resource for you to buy for pennies on the dollar https://t.co/k4LoRmfU3C FREE membership for teachers
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clever idea! Got me thinking...I use QR codes in docs, maybe I should put in switch a roo QR code that leads to side quest
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kid's making me go brush his teeth, see you all next week
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Deviantart is a great place to look. Wonderful art and often just credit the artist
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That's the goal. I have S videos that I'm weaving into my experience. I need to go through my footage. Thanks!
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Great to have you here. Thanks for joining in chat.
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Dental hygiene above all!
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Bought real hard hats for $1 a piece. Thinking of ways to incorporate Ss wearing them in my game
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I took 8-9.5k photos and probably 10s or 100s of video and audio
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Wondering if Ss can earn badges for more time to persuade audience or to use diff visual aids (since persuasive speaking is content)?
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great idea, ideally I want to compile a book with all the ways people using to boost
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You got it and some never find it that is what makes it an easter egg. This is great for some of your challenges in games.
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Need to head out for the night baby is getting ready for bed, thanks for the ideas and feedback all will be here next week!
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Would love to contribute what I can, as well as see what others are doing.
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A6: Farming a little different: Ss guess what will be in a reading assignment. Earn XP for correct answers. Use with HW reading.
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Glad you could make it Adam. I hope we see you again and remember to post to throughout the week
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A5 my economy is weak. Can barter earned tokens i.e. Food Cache in class for phone Free Play. That's it rt now, lol
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That is a great idea to buy time or extra rebuttal https://t.co/u7Vv1rLflN
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Wondering if Ss can earn badges for more time to persuade audience or to use diff visual aids (since persuasive speaking is content)?
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A6: we have 6 regular day to day jobs, Ss applied for the ones they wanted and those with them earn pay each week for doing them
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A6: Ss who complete all bell ringers get bonus XP at end of unit. Don't reveal XP amt till end of unit. Haven’t tried..just an idea
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Throw in a surprise phone call home. Parents love to hear the good things. Don't need to just make it a reward.
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Are those 3D printed tootsie rolls?
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I will keep you posted because proposal w/ in the works
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I am stealing this idea! Love it! My Ss have jobs & have to apply. Going to incorporate the points.
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A6: Thinking maybe anatomy vocab for body systems. Always need 2 grind through that before we can start talking about the good stuff.
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They start with their claim, but need to earn the evidence, reason (warrant) and counterclaim to better persuade.
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A6 my economy is weak and so is farming, looking for ideas :)
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Need to do a presentation too. Hmm.
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A6: Love this concept! "Farmers" can earn character badges as recognition for their initiative on daily tasks as bonus/incentives
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A6 Ss who created a ton of Vocab squares (visual vocab cards) earn me recording their Voicemail recording. Highest participation ever
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Don’t want this hour to end! Q7 coming in 2 minutes!
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Add native ingredients like Guinea Pig (Peru) Make them do research in the library to figure out how to use them.
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A6: Ss earn by 'checking' another Ss when not following social contract.
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me too tons of great ideas tonight on with this community our classrooms are set for success.
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me too tons of great ideas tonight on with this community our classrooms are set for success.
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I like the mystery of the amount.They could work hard for a little or work a little with a big payoff. Take their chances.
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Let's continue the conversation for proposal for ISTE 2017 ? https://t.co/yip38dE2Sl
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Need to do a presentation too. Hmm.
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sometimes… it is just however you want to do it. Or better yet, when some one does one quest, give them that hint.
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farming for using pre-reading strategies?!
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Maybe. What about balancing that with the good stuff. They come across vocab they don't know -> library research etc.
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Best thing I ever did. I called it Farming For Information
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You going to I will be there and presenting too.
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A7 Grand Finale for Food Truck wars could bring in the previous champions to judge.
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Hmmmm like a running list of new vocab they encounter.....
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A6: Earn XP for coming on time. Have seen increase already. Also random amts of XP for completing entire math assignment-At risk Ss
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A7: Did SharkTank pitches for and brought in Ss from previous year to act as judges
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Keep some of them unpaid but give them cultural points. Can't spend them but improves the rooms overall vibe.
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A7: we do that gets lots talking. We could open one up to more Ss from different classes
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A7: Random event of the day frm had Ss involved as well as excited ~ T from next door checked 2 make sure we were okay.
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Maybe when room reaches X points from X% of people good things happen? I still want intrinsic motivation
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A7: Love doing before/recess/after school games with current and former students. They earn points for their old house.
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We do that with our huge public speaking event - previous grad winner is a guest judge.
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What about random points for helping another student (not doing it for them) with their assignment
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Agreed. That is why I try not to give anything of market value.
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What about inviting real FT stars to join in via Skype or hangouts?
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Good to keep in mind for next year. Former 6th graders can come back. Love that!
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Yes. I use big words intentionally sometimes just to force my Ss to ask. I'll call them on it if they don't. Context.
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Happy to help. Good at tweaking. Brain rot for my own.
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Ready for...Adventure Quest?! Rules coming in 2 minutes! Get ready!
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Oh yes, even in Science - "but this isn't English class" - I tell them to expand their vocab!
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A7: Wanted to make a renaissance fair at the end of the year with PE teacher, Drama Teacher and History. Never happend would be cool
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Was able to stop by again. Tyler is in bath mode
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Love this idea https://t.co/1GjEuyuskv
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What about random points for helping another student (not doing it for them) with their assignment
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A7 nothing yet, but good to think about. something to fit with leaving a legacy?
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Would totally be cool! I had the music teacher come in to work w/my Science. Talk about cross curric ;)
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I have a spreadsheet with all of the vocab. in all subjects all grades. Would it help cause pain?
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Nice! I am so happy to have you as part of this chat.
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As I tell Ss, I get paid to torture teenagers - what could be better?!
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Making 3rd grade Ss brains hurt?
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isn’t that the truth… Building a better tomorrow means dreaming up possibilities today.
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My spring break is in 2 weeks. I hope to be on the chat that week no problem
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You ALL are just amazing! Love this community of brilliant educators!!
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Thanks guys for another great chat. Now, it's off to enjoy the rest of Spring Break!
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Thanks to all for sharing great ideas. Truly inspiring! Pero para ahora...Buenas noches de Venezuela!
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Great chat and great ideas! Love this! Thanks so much!
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Share out on throughout the week with your ideas! Keep in Adventure Quest throughout week by checking on https://t.co/XJLKHbxaZM
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Absolutely. Music. Culture. Science. Learning
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