#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday April 12, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #XPLAP chat! So excited to have @MatthewFarber host tonight! Please introduce yourself!
  • EdTechBridge Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Well that's it! Thanks for joining #EdtechBridge. Everyone migrate over to #XPLAP with @MatthewFarber
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    How do I keep up with both? #edtechbridge #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi KathiSue here, Oregon Online Teacher and retired ms principal. #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    hi everyone! Julie from St. Louis. Culinary/FACS teacher #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    @hmarrs24 thanks for the support and the enthusiasm for #XPLAP you are a great part of our chat and community. Truly a powerhouse!
  • LeachTeach4 Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #XPLAP Jamie from Southern Oregon. I'm a high school English teacher :-)
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm Noa, sci T from Israel. Good morning! #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I'm Matt, Teacher, EdD, Author of Gamify Your Classroom on Amazon: https://t.co/W9mCEsWYTN & B&N: https://t.co/fRjueBV9Bk #XPLAP
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello, Ivan K-5 NJ...near @MatthewFarber :) #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Jamie, great to have you here tonight. #XPLAP
    In reply to @LeachTeach4
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    hi everyone! Jay from Nebraska, MS science teacher #XPLAP
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Steve from NJ here. I heard @MatthewFarber was hosting and I ran to get my seat #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Ivan! #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Nick Baskwill Grade 5 teacher from NS Canada #xplap
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Greetings fantastic chatter here in the land of #xplap! Dean, 5th grade from Michigan
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello, Everyone! Chris From Portland. majorly multitasking right now. Cooking, Tweeting and watching Tabletop... #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Noa, glad to have you part of #XPLAP tonight. We are a chat focused on #gamification and #gbl Check out https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt for more…
    In reply to @supervxn
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Steve! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mr_isaacs
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Good morning :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    @MatthewFarber Hello! Following the @MatthewFarber tour! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @MatthewFarber, @MatthewFarber
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Michael Matera Author of #XPLAP All around lover of pushing the engagement envelope and redefining schools
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Brace yourselves. Q1 is coming up!!! #xplap
  • valerietilton Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hello #XPLAP! Valerie HS IC from FL joining!
  • mrterborg Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    #xplap #ditchbook #scilap #sschat #sstlap #weirded Student Discussion: https://t.co/4MJYBVqgpz
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Chris, good to see you here. I have been meaning to tweet to you… Congrats on #USMspark and look forward to meeting you. #XPLAP
    In reply to @ChrisHesselbein
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Yeah, I'm tweeting and playing #minecraft in the @minefaire server - don't tell anyone #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Can’t wait… Q1 coming on #XPLAP join now
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1 John Hattie wrote excellent teachers see learning thru eyes of students. How do u use S feedback to design gamified lessons? #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    My daughter just got home from 3 wks in Italy, so will be in and out tonight! TY for hosting @MatthewFarber #XPLAP
  • MrMillerReads Apr 12 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Tristan from NJ 3-5 coding teacher #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: Ss help my course design so much. I put them at the center. Learning about my game from their point of view unlocks so many ideas #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hey all! Jen here! I'm a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: I like to involve Ss in the design or let them do the complete design of our goals. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Q1 John Hattie wrote excellent teachers see learning thru eyes of students. How do u use S feedback to design gamified lessons? #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hey Jennifer… looking forward to another chat with you. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • polonerd Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Join in less than an hour for #1to1techat as we discuss Apple Classroom & other EdTech control software. Who needs it? Why? #xplap #fledchat
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Why not let Ss design games themselves and use that as feedback? #xplap
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1 When the T is a designer, they should embrace @mr_isaacs favorite word: iterate. And that requires S feedback #XPLAP
  • MrMillerReads Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I let students choose (change) rewards for the XP they learn - as long as they can justify #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: how boss battles and challenges go, I am always looking for ideas and suggestions from Ss 1 came up with a tourny for the class #xplap
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Did you get it? I haven't even played yet!!! @steamsalesfeed @steam_games #xplap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MatthewFarber, @steamsalesfeed, @steam_games
  • MomOfAllCapes Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Don't forget to join #XPLAP tonight!
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Q1 John Hattie wrote excellent teachers see learning thru eyes of students. How do u use S feedback to design gamified lessons? #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I eat lunch with my Ss and ask them about items and powers they wish they had. Invented some good ones over lunch… #XPLAP
  • valerietilton Apr 12 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Ss know what excites them about learning and will b very honest about it! Their insight is so imp! #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Terrific! I've been using Google Docs and Forms to let S design assessments too. And to give "playtest" lesson feedback #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Ss can be used to help expand the quest map or badging system by suggesting new activities and accomplishments #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Q2 Coming up in a sec! #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Jestin, HS science teacher in Reed City, MI. In & out -- family just getting home #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    John Kline from WeVideo for Schools - joins a bit late cuz I'm at a game #XPLAP
  • LoganPriess Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1. Have used learner feedback to give more opportunities for self-paced and choice-driven lessons. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Exactly... I love using Google Forms. The Ss really have a voice. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:09 PM EDT
      Terrific! I've been using Google Docs and Forms to let S design assessments too. And to give "playtest" lesson feedback #XPLAP
      In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: GREAT question - I find it incredibly important to leverage how kids learn in informal spaces and bring that into school #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:05 PM EDT
      Q1 John Hattie wrote excellent teachers see learning thru eyes of students. How do u use S feedback to design gamified lessons? #XPLAP
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Yes! Our students are our playtesters. Our games are always in beta. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @KathiSueSummers
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #xplap A1. Just changing s's mindset that they have input into the equation of their education thru feedback & iterations is empowering them
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 Convo asking them what tools they like, what aspects, what perks they want #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Good GBL w/student choice puts kids in affinity groups, which is more meaningful than online publications of work #XPLAP
    In reply to @mr_isaacs
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Always great to take what's relevant to our kids and find a way to incorporate that in class wherever possible #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Absolutely... #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Q2: In my book’s NEW Edition @mrmatera talks about turning classrooms into video games. What games give your students agency? #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Yes!!! #XPLAP
    • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:10 PM EDT
      Yes! Our students are our playtesters. Our games are always in beta. #XPLAP
      In reply to @MatthewFarber, @KathiSueSummers
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Let kids become co-creators of gamified learning experiences #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    @ChrisHesselbein Indeed, they often come up with good ideas we've never thought of. #XPLAP
    In reply to @ChrisHesselbein, @ChrisHesselbein
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Here is Q2 on #XPLAP join in the fun with us all!
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      Q2: In my book’s NEW Edition @mrmatera talks about turning classrooms into video games. What games give your students agency? #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hi! It's nice to meet a fellow #gbl sci T. #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A2: My kiddos like the old school video games like PacMan. Probably because they know how much I like them. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      Q2: In my book’s NEW Edition @mrmatera talks about turning classrooms into video games. What games give your students agency? #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    You should follow @KamFultz as she does an awesome job with #gamification of Sci #XPLAP style!
    In reply to @supervxn, @jvanscoyoc, @KamFultz
  • abmoreno1981 Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: I love the Ss unintentional brilliance. In guessing what comes next or how the game works, Ss actually help me direct the game. #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Hey all, Adam from SW VA, teaching 6th grade math and checking in late. #XPLAP
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: We use food network style games in our class #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Lagoon! I got an app approval request yesterday while at work from my HS age daughter. Guess they are doing feedback! BYOD #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: Video games allow players to choose things… In my class, Ss craft their own strategies w items & powers they earn, quests & more #XPLAP
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 12 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Kahoot! I got an app approval request yesterday while at work from my HS age daughter. Guess they are doing feedback! BYOD #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Hi Adam! Welcome!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • valerietilton Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: Want to hear ideas! Do HS Ss respond diff to game choice?😀 #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2 Minecraft, Trashketball, Zelday stuff. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Absolutely.. They love stickers too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @valerietilton
  • LoganPriess Apr 12 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2. Asked learners to work together in a fun competition to build a web page better than the teacher could. Guess what? They did! #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    My students started designing their own @GetKahoot games rather than PowerPoint presentations. So much awesomeness! #XPLAP
    In reply to @EDUcre8ive, @GetKahoot
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    What's agency? not a native English speaker... #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I think all students/ no all people respond to choice. We want to have our stamp on the activity. Allowing player choice is huge. #XPLAP
    In reply to @valerietilton
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    a2) did a mini-boss battle the other day. Ss could choose to befriend the alien or destroy it. Could get diff rewards for either. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Agency is a level of choice or control over the game or activity. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MatthewFarber
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Hey all, joining in late! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 Nothing gives students more agency that 20% Time. It's embedded with self-determination theory, specifically learner autonomy #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    This is what I was gonna talk to you about. I had an idea that your Ss design a #MinecraftEdu game for my Ss. How does that sound? #xplap
    In reply to @mr_isaacs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: This week students drafted their last guilds of the year. Those four Ss had real authentic power and agency over the course. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    a2) Mine also love kahoot and our construction challenges. Next up, they have to save an egg from a blowtorch! #XPLAP
  • abmoreno1981 Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Beginning to implement #gamification into #ChristianEd and #faithformation - love game mechanics, not yet embracing video games. #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    We had a great teacher who would create these crazy treasure hunts. Always group oriented. She was great at developing leaders #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Oh. Thanks! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MatthewFarber
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Design quests that will attract the different player types in the classroom. Competition, exploration, cooperation, creation... #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    "In play the child is free. But this is an illusory freedom” - Vygotsky. Design classrooms with affordances for playfulness. #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Put students in a ludic mindset. #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: #minecraftedu #triventy and the games they design themselves of course. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Not really answering Q2 but addressing student choice as important in motivation... #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Agreed! #XPLAP
    In reply to @ChrisHesselbein
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    a2) many of them also like the digital breakout I tried to create for them. They got to know a secret that others didn't. #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Love that idea...might have to do that as a shakeup for the last few weeks... #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 Try @BernieDeKoven's https://t.co/ZLbNTaToAG #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Q3 Coming up!!! #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Those are so cool. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I did this too! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @mrmatera
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3: “Gamification is an amazing lens to amplify things, like project-based learning” - @mrmatera in my book. How does GBL help PBL? #XPLAP
  • abmoreno1981 Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Mechanics of video games: love levels, bonuses, & mini-games within the larger game. Keeps the "everyday" exciting & unexpected #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    in that case, you should try @Triventy it's like @GetKahoot but better. It allows collaborative trivia making. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @Triventy, @GetKahoot
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A3 Use a game as a model, for S to change its system as PBL https://t.co/1dco8JMoET #XPLAP
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: Well, #minecraft is an obvious one, but any game where choice is at the center - text based adventures, episodic adventures, RPGs #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      Q2: In my book’s NEW Edition @mrmatera talks about turning classrooms into video games. What games give your students agency? #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3 One S played @breakoutEDU then made one as #PBL for 20% Time on immigration #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: I love it, gives you an amazing part to add to the story of your game. I use PBL to advance my game #xplap
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    It could work - your students are always welcome to play the games created by my students. the fairy tales lend well to that #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3 Give them a committee, in life we do Little on our own without help or assistance. #XPLAP
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: GBL creates a playful space to explore problem solving where SS can fail with low consequence. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: They totally go hand and hand. I get more creativity, problem-solving and collaboration from my Ss. And the evidence is great!! #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      Q3: “Gamification is an amazing lens to amplify things, like project-based learning” - @mrmatera in my book. How does GBL help PBL? #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: that's simple... make the P in #PBL a game, then you get #GBL 😉#XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    @supervxn Yes....all GBL is PBL. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera, @supervxn
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    so much awesome here #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    a3) part 1-I think a game can provide a reason for the pbl, and a safe environment to participate in the pbl. #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    problem is, I'm a sci T, can't have them playing fairy tale games in class. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mr_isaacs
  • MrMillerReads Apr 12 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: I think gamification helps encourage perseverance for the frustrating parts of pbl #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 Checklist by @BIEpbl for good #PBL https://t.co/QY3fhs1oG1 I use it when S mod & design #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    a3) part 2 - it puts them in new scenarios for them to experience, which is awesome for school #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    #xplap A3. not there yet but looking forward 2 s's results of game design creation, maybe w/ advice from @JASlingerland or @JoshuaJMills
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 I think it also gives them stakes in the activity. Working towards something more than a percent or letter. #XPLAP
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Presenting a problem is the best impetus for a game. Check out @immersivemind #minecraftedu curriculum incorporating #PBL #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      Q3: “Gamification is an amazing lens to amplify things, like project-based learning” - @mrmatera in my book. How does GBL help PBL? #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I agree completely! #xplap
    In reply to @MrMillerReads
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: #GBL is like #PBL by applying a real theme to your project. Students are architects, or working in an Ad firm… You name it. #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I have only done it a few times but GBL keeps PBL alive rather than mired in research and confusion. Add a push to keep things going. #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Sure you can :) #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @mr_isaacs
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Yes x 1,000,000,000,000,000! #xplap
  • LoganPriess Apr 12 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 Games teach people how to deal with time constraints and incremental goals--crucial features of projects. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    So true… Nicely said! #Xplap
    In reply to @LoganPriess
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I won't keep up with the curriculum then 😢😢😢#xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 We had Ss design games about real world themes w/ @g4c: https://t.co/w1wgDrC7T1 #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    @supervxn You mean that 1998 curriculum (revised) nearly all districts still use? #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs, @supervxn
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Something I wrote about #GBL and #PBL: Moveable Game Jams https://t.co/oUxc1a65AO #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I think the key is to design it around the curriculum, it is the undercurrent of my game, all our challenges are content based #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @mr_isaacs
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I was thinking more about your Ss designing a game through which my Ss would learn the sci I would like them to learn. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @mr_isaacs
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 Trying to get Ss to write next year storylines. Trying to stoke interest in learning @unity3d to make an interactive fiction game #xplap
  • abmoreno1981 Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Is this true? I think it can be true, but #GBL does not have to involve #PBL. Thoughts? #xplap
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @supervxn, @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Q4 is coming up................ #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I'm in Israel. Ours got revised about 5 years ago. #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    My science class had the Earth destroyed and is trying to survive on a new planet. We are actually a few weeks ahead of last yrs Ss. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    How are you getting them started? That's what I want my jrs to do once the srs graduate #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @unity3d
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    It depends. #GBL can mean playing a game, making a game, or using parts of games in other contexts, gamify/game-like learning #XPLAP
    In reply to @abmoreno1981, @WiseDad_Games, @supervxn, @mrmatera
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I totally agree. problem is, I'm not an expert #gbl, so the games I design for Ss are not that good yet... #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    PBL makes the learning relevant / meaningful that's for sure! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Ss have said they don't want to miss school cause they don't want to miss science. We've done way more stuff this year than last! #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Check out #XPLAP book. It has lots of ideas to up you class game. No need to be an expert.
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • PerkyScience Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Fun! In our space unit we play Planet Wars - planets compete for top honors. Ends with Grp creating Aliens to live on their planet. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • SparkyTeaching Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Anyone for some free classroom door hangers? Help yourselves! https://t.co/jeHt6ielqB #mespachat #fledchat #miched #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Each one you do will get better and better. #XPLAP
    • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:30 PM EDT
      I totally agree. problem is, I'm not an expert #gbl, so the games I design for Ss are not that good yet... #xplap
      In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Check out @instituteofplay 7 Principles of Game-Like Learning #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: I write about @castlestephanie and Blind Kahoots https://t.co/5RCxv7kuqw Share some innovative @kahoots you’ve designed #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    XPLAP book is awesome, as is this chat. Its my first year doing it, so I'm no pro either. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    I think so too. Most games don't even require great problem solving skills. #xplap
    In reply to @abmoreno1981, @WiseDad_Games, @MatthewFarber, @mrmatera
  • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    the book is so accessible and covers all the important elements of #gamification including #stuchoice which is so important #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    too bad I have to teach them about plants... #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Try to match core mechanics to Bloom's Taxonomy, or Depth of Knowledge #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @abmoreno1981, @WiseDad_Games, @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: I teach online so we use @Padlet, @Quizlet but I have not used @Kahoot. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    awesome!! I have a draw an exoplanet thing they're doing this year. And their drawings can actually go to space!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: I have tried a few blind Kahoots and I really like them. The content was developmental milestones in child development. #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Check out this #Kahoot one of my Ss made about @UnderTale called 'mettaton quiz' on @GetKahoot https://t.co/hnZfzkpKoh #stuchoice #XPLAP
  • TheProblemBot Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    #XPLAP @grantrobertson1: Forget Adele, We mark 75th birthday of you!
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: Still haven't tried Blind Kahoot, but lots of student-created Kahoots. #XPLAP
  • valerietilton Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Thank you #XPLAP! Awesome group of innovative educators!
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    it's great that you are trying some things! #GBL evolves fast and with each class. Lots of great people to bounce ideas off here #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Blind Kahoots are in my book! Including an interview with @castlestephanie and Jamie Brooker from @GetKahoot https://t.co/aPBJIgTkaq #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @castlestephanie, @kahoots, @castlestephanie, @GetKahoot
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 12 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I know what you mean.I am new to all this as well! The #XPLAP community has taught me is to let go a bit and let the game shape itself!
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Might want to take a quick swing through https://t.co/08F12mCmgj for my insertcoin blog series on foundations of gamification as well #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Try it on Skype! My 6th graders did with @KahootKaja & the @GetKahoot team! :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @padlet, @quizlet, @Kahoot, @KahootKaja, @GetKahoot
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    hmm, I had one student design a plant to survive on Saturn. Had to come up with evolutionary adaptations for the planet. #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    @supervxn what grade level do you teach? and what are the units? #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    they talk the #21stcenturylearning talk but walk the #testing walk..... #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q5 is on its way..... #xplap
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    For 6th grade math I actually ran a game design unit to teach probability. Then playtest and tweak. #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: My research supports the idea that good gamification & GBL require a community of practice. How has the XPLAP chats helped you? #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    That is a hard thing. I am sorry. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @WiseDad_Games, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    that makes life hard...#xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @WiseDad_Games, @mr_isaacs
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: All the ideas, feedback and support have been amazing! #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    yeah, but I can't have my Ss be my lab rats... I have to give them great lessons. #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: The chats have given me so many ideas and support. I have a great PLN and the #xplap crew are awesome.
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:40 PM EDT
      Q5: My research supports the idea that good gamification & GBL require a community of practice. How has the XPLAP chats helped you? #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    #xplap A5. they are such a supportive community, thought-provoking, encouraging, feedback, brainstorming, they're my favorite twitter PDchat
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Thanks. Im trying to figure out how to get three periods collaborating with a voice and engaged. I need to look into @unity3d more #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @unity3d, @unity3d
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    @supervxn You CAN have them try out anything that passes your own sniff test that supports CC standards. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs, @supervxn
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I just don't want my Ss to not succeed because of all my tryouts. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • carlopedia Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Only my first time but already getting my brain going #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    You can still do great lessons, really any lesson done is a risk, and Ss are lab rats for all new curr and lessons #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @mr_isaacs
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I just love hearing what everyone is trying and wondering and excited about. It motivates me to learn more. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    #xplap what better way to model lifelong learning than by trying and failing? Fail forward is my motto!
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: I love all the ideas that are shared in #XPLAP--so much creativity in this place :)
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    If something fails, we can analyze the results and discuss how to make it better. just like a real world science experiment. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • LoganPriess Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5. It's my first of these chats, and the ideas and breadth of experience are awesome--tons of inspiration! #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    WOW. mind boggling! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @meyerisland, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    But in all actuality, you and your Ss are learning to "fail forward." #XPLAP
    • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:42 PM EDT
      I just don't want my Ss to not succeed because of all my tryouts. #XPLAP
      In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A4 Each Ss character class can earn a PvP related ability that mods @kahoot @quizlet Live or @quizizz #xplap
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    The game has not changed my curriculum, it is just an added bonus! #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    My Ss were always excited when I told them that we were going to do something that I had never tried before and it might not work! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @supervxn, @mr_isaacs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Thanks @mr_isaacs for the kind words… It has been an honor to help the #gamification by sharing / teaching / speaking. #XPLAP
    • mr_isaacs Apr 12 @ 8:32 PM EDT
      the book is so accessible and covers all the important elements of #gamification including #stuchoice which is so important #XPLAP
      In reply to @mrmatera, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5 To be a learning designer requires a community of practice of likeminded educators. #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 Sout-out to community stewards @tishrich and @mrmatera! #xplap
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Thanks for your interest! I teach 7th grade. The next one up is body temp. processes to heat or cool your body. #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Agreed… Good #gamification amplifies ideas, curriculum and student potential… It should never minimize. #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie, @supervxn, @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5 Shout-out to community stewards @tishrich and @mrmatera! #xplap
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    huzzzah! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I definitely understand that too! I baby steps my elements so that the impact is less intense if they fail. #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Thank you! #XPLAP is a wonderful community to be a part of. Thanks everyone for helping.
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @tishrich
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Q6 is coming in a few..... #xplap
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Most of the time we've seemed to learn more if it did fail. S wanted to try to cook pasta by boiling H2O in a vacuum today! Big fail #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    I am sure we can come up with a few different things, if you ask some of these #xplap people they will be a great help!
    In reply to @supervxn
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Don't be... some day we get to be the decision makers and then.... let the #gbl begin!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @WiseDad_Games, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • Michalos89 Apr 12 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    catching the last few min. trying to figure out how to get those who don't buy into this to consider learning more. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    You might try inviting them into your class to observe... #XPLAP
    In reply to @Michalos89
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Here comes Q6! Be sure to retweet!! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I want to figure out someway that I can play a game in less than 5 min for parent night! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Michalos89
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q6: Play creates the zone of proximal development. Good GBL puts play b4 content. How do u design for playfulness??? #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    This is honestly what I love about it! Gamifying has just made curriculum I already loved even better! The game forms around it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @rice_julie, @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Invite them to game night. Then after they have had fun playing tell them how much work and thinking they just did for free... #XPLAP
    In reply to @Michalos89
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I think it takes much more than sniff tests. If I want my #gbl to be excellent, I have to make a lot of time to prepare them. #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • PerkyScience Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I had my kids challenge their parents to a Kahoot. Real - Are you Smarter than a Middle Schooler. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @Michalos89
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A6: This is the area that I am struggling with. I try to make everything playful but Ps and Admin don't always agree. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      Q6: Play creates the zone of proximal development. Good GBL puts play b4 content. How do u design for playfulness??? #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    #xplap A6. Shhhh... play in school? How can we assess that? Which is why I'm "teaching" game design & critical thinking / 21st cen skills!
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I pulled mine in for an hour and ran a @breakoutEDU parents vs Ss on material we covered in 2nd term #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @Michalos89, @breakoutEDU
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Excellent point! #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Try a simple party game, like HedBanz. I have Ss make index cards with historical figures w/ notes on back. https://t.co/IySLnmhPrM #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @Michalos89
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: By being playful… I change some rules… add a mystery element to a day… Think #TLAP inside #XPLAP the possibilities are endless!
  • Michalos89 Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I'm talking teachers I team with...kids and parents are easy #XPLAP xplap to
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @MrHentzen
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6 taking existing games and modding into curriculum e.g. Pokemon with real animals (Zoology/Biology) #xplap
  • MrMillerReads Apr 12 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: Mini-games, battles, ridiculous random events (singing?), game time rewards #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 Playfulness is freedom. iMovie is playful. Playfulness does not mean no structures. Research can be playful. It's a mindset #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • MrBaskwill Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    parents by 2 min, geometry slowed them down! #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @MrHentzen, @Michalos89, @breakoutEDU
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6: Develop the game design FIRST, then add the learning content. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    So true… Mini-games are a powerful part of a good class. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrMillerReads
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    And you still cover everything and your Ss do well in the tests? that's awesome! #xplap
    In reply to @rice_julie, @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6 Have students craft cards/perks for the class game #xplap
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6: Am I having fun planning it? Thinking about it? Teaching it? If not, then I know it's not playful for Ss. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      Q6: Play creates the zone of proximal development. Good GBL puts play b4 content. How do u design for playfulness??? #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Or align the learning content to the core mechanics in the game. Good GBL T's are adept any adaptation & appropriation of COTS #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I understand. Now I need to get Ps and the Admin of the Online community to see. #XPLAP
    • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      A6 Playfulness is freedom. iMovie is playful. Playfulness does not mean no structures. Research can be playful. It's a mindset #XPLAP
      In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    @GSPlayDay was a huge motivator to "authenticate" just playing w/o learning targets and objectives! Call it "soft skills" Thank you! #XPLAP
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: Being a gamer puts a teacher in the driver's seat here, so much experience to draw from. #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    a6) I like construction challenges, give them a goal (make this tube float in the middle of the water) and let them test stuff out. #XPLAP
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Yes! Teaching requires agency for us to love our work. Good teaching is playful design. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    #xplap people are already helping!
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • ChrisHesselbein Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Playfulness comes from collaborative fiction. Create a Narrative space for students to engage with. A safe imaginary world. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Final question coming up! https://t.co/PQEWcADpKN #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Lunched a great MEGA game with my Playing Politics III students today… It was epic. Intro video here: https://t.co/bVGpGHHTOE #XPLAP
  • Michalos89 Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    How about a "catch phrase" type game with things students will be learning...I like head bands game idea too #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrHentzen Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    My Students are averaging about 5-10% better on tests than last year's non-gamified classes. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @rice_julie, @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • rice_julie Apr 12 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Keep joining the #xplap chats, they will be so helpful!!!
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Q7: As designer, how have your games (i.e. @Kahoot, @BreakoutEDU, etc) *inspired* your students? Or you?? #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I disagree.... Ss need workbooks, just diff ones. #XPLAP
    In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @Renard_Teach, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    We are a solid community… Check out https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt for past chats and more blog and vlog posts. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Thanks for the confidence boost! #xplap
    • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:50 PM EDT
      If you are an expert in what you do, i.e., pedagogy, your sniff-test will be nearly fool-proof.
      In reply to @supervxn, @MrBaskwill, @mr_isaacs
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: I have had Ss design logos and business cards that they are using today as adults. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: Playful learning has resulted in playful teaching. I cannot return to a stodgy old classroom. Students deserve our best. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber, @Kahoot, @breakoutEDU
  • jvanscoyoc Apr 12 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Ss like my fiction (when I have time), some doing their own, trying to get collaborative part from them. Curious about your process #xplap
    In reply to @ChrisHesselbein, @MatthewFarber
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thanks so much for an AWESOME chat everybody!!! #XPLAP
  • supervxn Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Ever consider starting an EU franchise? #xplap
  • MatthewFarber Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Look for Gamify Your Classroom -- Revised Edition (2017) on Amazon: https://t.co/W9mCEsWYTN & BN https://t.co/fRjueBV9Bk #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    #xplap A7. Playing games & sportsmanship / strategy have fueled some fun convos about me as a teacher & person w/ kids. They love interact
  • mpilakow Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7: Engagement! Enjoyment! And most of all, I hope they are more willing to take risks, make mistakes, and try again! #xplap
  • WiseDad_Games Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7: Games bring meaning and interest for students into school...where they belong! #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Great chat, tonight. Thanks for the insights. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MatthewFarber
  • mrmatera - Moderator Apr 12 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Want to thank @mattewfarber for hosting #XPLAP tonight. Our community gets stronger each week. With #GBL leaders like Matt we all level up!