#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Tuesday August 8, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #XPLAP ! Launching into Playful Learning tonight! Please introduce yourself!
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Hi, I'm Lynn & teach US history in Vancouver WA #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Hi All... KathiSue, Retired MS Principal and Tech Teacher. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Ryan from IL, Business & Tech teacher, have a course outline and lesson plan complete. 4 to go. #xplap
  • ushistorymarket Aug 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    School starts tomorrow and I'm ready for my first #XPLAP chat!
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Ronald Fisher 4th G. Teacher ready to blast off w/ #xplap
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    I'm Patrick from Oshkosh, WI 4th grade teacher. #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi all! I'm Noa, a sci T from Israel. It's 5 am here, but I'm happy to be up and learning. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Jay from NE, MS science. sleepy today, hope I make it through the chat! #xplap
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Douglas, Social Studies, Middle School, Indiana #xplap
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Checking out the awesome #xplap chat! Woot!
  • Lisa54935 Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi, Lisa from Wisconsin. I teach middle school reading. #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hi this is Luke, high school science teacher from NC checking in! Super happy to be back! #xplap
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Jestin, HS science teacher in Michigan #xplap
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Art, California boy teaching Texas History this year! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Welcome everyone to #XPLAP Happy to be here with all you! You guys are such a wonderful community!
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Lyndsay Hite 7th grade teacher from KY! Tonight I taught a classmate all about how awesome @mrmatera and the wellplayed podcast are! #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Shannon Bockstahler from Denver. Teaching AVID and ELD this year 9-12 grades. Hoping to learn a lot tonight! #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    My pleasure! Actually, I didn't get much sleep.... #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    love that we get to make connections all over the country/world with twitter #xplap
  • gagliardisclass Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hi, I'm Cori for Round Rock, TX and I teach 5th grade. Excited for a great #XPLAP
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hello all, Tamara, Middle School Social Studies from NYC. Looking to gamify this year! #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hey! How are you doing? #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Brian, HS ELA in WI. Ready to learn, share, & play #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Glad to see you again! #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn
  • mrnewell83 Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hello! Jack from CA, ready to start my #gamified class on Thursday. 7th grade ELA/SS will make for some awesome guilds #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hello! Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead. #XPLAP
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    #XPLAP! So happy to be here. I'm Stella, I teach 7th Grade Science in Frankfort, KY.
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Love the graphic. Nice to meet a fellow sci T. #xplap
    In reply to @daleyscience
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Carrie Baughcum 6/7/8 Special Education Teacher, Arlington Hts. Illinois #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hey hey #xplap high school teacher librarian in Cali. Excited to join in.
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing the info about #XPLAP and #WellPlayedU are… You can find them all hosted on https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt
    In reply to @lynzhite
  • JLThompsonJR Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Jeff Thompson, Math/Science Middle School, Troutdale, OR #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hello Carrie! #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Hi all! Melissa from Nebraska, 11-12 ELA #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Glad to have you Noa! #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @daleyscience
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    You as well, and thanks! #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Glad to have you here tonight on #XPLAP
    In reply to @gagliardisclass
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Ryne from PA, middle school science teacher, tech coach, glad to be here #xplap
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hi crew! Give me some #xplap love! https://t.co/aiyX6O8wGq
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Oh it will be an epic year if you decide to #gamify your class with #XPLAP style!
    In reply to @BocksTech
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Glad to be here! The year is almost starting, and I've got to finalize my #gamification #gbl system. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @daleyscience
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Hello hello hello! Glad to be here! Huge fan of Tish and Matthew #xplap #tlap I'm a 7th history T from So Cali! #games4ed
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Happy to have you here tonight! Good to see you again friend! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    First Q on #XPLAP blasting off in 1 minute! All are welcome! Join us! #tlap #playlap #ORsuperquest
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hi!!! How have you been? #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    How were all your travels? #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @mrmatera, @daleyscience
  • KelleighRatz Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Kelleigh, Culinary Arts teacher from Dallas, Oregon! Can't wait to learn more from you all, but I'll be lurking. WiFi is spotty. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Fun to have you back Luke! #XPLAP
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    #xplap checking in! Jen from Nor Cal! New #gamify gal but seriously PUMPED about it! #nochillatall
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Great to see you tonight! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hi, nice to meet another #xplap sci T.
    In reply to @JLThompsonJR
  • MrKoz31 Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Andrew, Maryland, Social Studies #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hi Brian! So excited to have you in the #XPLAP community! Great to see you!
    In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    #xplap Oh! Also, Jen, NOR Cal, Technology Teacher in K-5
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Excellent! One of the best vacations ever! #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @mrmatera, @daleyscience
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hey Sean, can't wait to meet you tomorrow at lunch. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Stopping by to say Hi #xplap
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Hey Connie - missing our group already #XPLAP #orsuperquest
  • hoxiery Aug 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Ryan from Beaverton checking in from NYC #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Blast off! Q1 launching now on #XPLAP ! Join in to discuss playful learning! #tlap #ditchbook #learnlap #leadlap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    I Feel like I am walking in heaven... Just participating in #XPLAP with so many wonderful adventurous people!
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Lots of science Ts here. #scitlap is an awesome PLN too! We chat on Wednesdays 9EST #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    You bet! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @jvanscoyoc
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Ditto! Gotta get a Twitter & game fix tonight! #xplap
    In reply to @BocksTech
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Art meets science #tlap #scilap #xplap
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    #XPLAP 👋 I am Andrea Amel, wife of Patrick and I teach middle school Spanish @psamel @mrmatera
  • MrKoz31 Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Following this one closely since this will be my first year fully gamifying!! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Happy to have you both here tonight! #XPLAP and Wisconsin is better with you guys!
    In reply to @amelandrea79, @psamel
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Borrowing @mrmatera’s idea of on boarding! Ss are branding their teams by making ship flags/names + @lynzhite & I made a trailer. #xplap
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1 working on a movie trailer to entice my students on the first day #XPLAP
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Thank you! Connie from Southern Ca and a huge fan of Tish and Michael! I teach MS history! #xplap #tlap ready to #gamify this year!!
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: I am going to show clips of the Twilight Zone. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Doing great! Hope you are doing well! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    a1) I have a pretty sweet video that involves the eclipse. Ss will make team names and banners #XPLAP
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Wow, just wow! #scitlap #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: I'm working @mrmatera XP points and cards into my classroom and working towards our new power ups. #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: I made a trailer. It says: This year sci class is gonna be completely different. The Amazing Race theme. https://t.co/VaDNAhnCIP #xplap
  • MrKoz31 Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: I'm planning on having kids write their character's backstory https://t.co/Jf58U5hA5B #XPLAP
  • mrnewell83 Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: We are going to start with a #digitalbreakout that will, hopefully, lead Ss into their guilds and earn them instant XP #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    To start my game, Ss are going to choose an interest (conservation, law, health, etc) to get into Guilds. Then it's group projects! #xplap
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 @Stella_Pollard and I are introducing students to the back story of our game through a trailer and then starting off group quests #xplap
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    #xplap So excited! Finally made it to the chat!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    This year I plan to run a fun, thematic boot camp that will have students up and moving through challenges together! #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: Right now I have a basic structure in mind. Only going to plan out first 2 parts of new section of my game...the rest build later #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: Planning a Breakout to reveal teams and theme...but gonna let them think of theme ideas first ;) #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Is it connected to a theme? #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: letting the Ss help design the game. #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Josh Stock 6th grade ELA from Olathe, KS joining late #xplap
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1. We've done some get-to-know-you activities as challenges and kept leaderboard going. Gauging their competitive drive. #xplap
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: looking for ways to best onboard. Thinking of the trailer so the narrative is strong from the start w/maps and perhaps breakout #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: I've put a house sorting quiz and gamer type quiz on our homepage, putting "hour glasses" on bulletin board to track house xp #XPLAP
  • JLThompsonJR Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1) Made an introduction video on iMovie and created a google site. #xplap Thanks @MrKoz31 for help and inspiration!
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: I do need a secondary on boarding video for my returning students.... hoping for a more mysterious idea to release it! #XPLAP
  • MrsCJWelch Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Chris Welch.... #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 working on my onboarding info. My big effort this year is avatar types, guilds, and dif choice delivery. #xplap https://t.co/nsYRgndSYq
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    PLEASE do a podcast over this. :) #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Oooo! I want to come! More details please. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • r3gwr1ght Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Reggie from CA. 7-8 History, 9th ELA. Going to be in and out tonight (daddy duty) #xplap
  • ushistorymarket Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    #xplap ^^^^ forgot again like last night!
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 I am planning a #breakoutedu that will lead to my game trailer. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Yes, my theme this year is going to be the Twilight Zone... students will be transported into episodes. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
    In reply to @supervxn, @tishrich, @mrmatera, @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I love trailers to set the tone but then followed by activities that are thematic and teach the game. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MsSpearsTweets
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    I hope to make one for next year, myself #XPLAP
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    LOL! Hey Jenny, love the GIF. #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 since I'm new to #gamification I'm working on the theme (medieval pirates) to build my story, setting, and characters! #xplap 👍
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 not planning yet. But I just know my class wl be an inquiry rich xperience #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Cool! Plz share :-) #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @mrmatera, @lynzhite
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    John from WeVideo for Schools. Bay Area normally but Gearhart, OR this week. #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 Launcing includes amazing #xplap PLN I can run plans by prior to showing students.
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    That instant XP and getting them to work on day 1 is pretty important. Sounds great! #xplap
    In reply to @mrnewell83
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: an iMovie intro! I'm working on it here #xplap https://t.co/0H4oSiyyRh
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    LOVE IT Patrick! That will be so fun for the students! #XPLAP
    In reply to @psamel
  • hoxiery Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 surround yourself with the experts of gamification in person & online to be ready #XPLAP
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: AND @lynzhite had the fabulous idea of letting our Ss help us come up with the norms for our class. Love it. #Xplap
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: I always struggle with a theme, thinking of #designchallenges to start the year so they earn XP, also use this to place in groups #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: found out won't be 1:1 on day 1 as we thought, so am trying to find ways to transition all the tech to other to get game started #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Are you gonna be close to the eclipse for Ss to watch it? We're having moon pies at our school to celebrate! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 Setting up and deciding how I am going to communicate with parents. #xplap
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: My course will have a league draft and custom logos for each basketball team. I'm looking forward to that and I'm just the host. #xplap
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1. My interdisciplinary team name is Canaveral...obvious space theme. Guilds are "crews." Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, etc. #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1 will be listening closely as I'd like to bring gaming to my team this year. As prep. (Of course) I'm making greenscreen videos #xplap
  • r3gwr1ght Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1) Using student completion rules in #schoology to help organize. Also writing a "strategy guide" #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Me too! I'm so afraid it won't work. We have a major state this year so motivating my Ss to learn will be a lot harder. #xplap
    In reply to @MrKoz31
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    sounds interesting. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1:I am possibly having kids so an avatar card off themselves with basic info in Spanish to start off the game #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Choose something you love… Check out https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt for more resources that can help you build out your game. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrRyneAnthony
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    GAAAAAA!!!!! Holy idea spark!!! Holy wow!!!! This just...oh my!!! Yes!!!! This is just what I needed!!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrKoz31
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    #xplap A1 contin A local photog filmed me in a fake lab and it ends with all of Space X cheering. Can't wait for Ss to see it!
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    We aren't either so have to come up with non-tech ways - working on team building activities #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A great point. Do you have an LMS? #xplap
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 Welcoming freshmen with a plane ride emergency landing on an island in Durstopia! #xplap https://t.co/cfQpsAPNOT
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Thx for reaching out Sean! Looking forward to learning from each other! #squad #xplap
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1 Not fully gamified, but starting the year out with BreakOut and a scavenger hunt #xplap
  • KelleighRatz Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: I'll be making an intro video! So excited to blow their minds. #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: making sure I have a good strategy for making teams #xplap
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Ahoy! Ken - 7th-8th Grade Sci & Engineering T from CA. #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1 Reflecting on "Players Handbook", revising my theme, more robust start on my narrative, & trailers ...busy! #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Great idea! Wish I could do that - with no preparation. #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @mpilakow
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    @lynzhite check this out! #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Great, I'd suggest getting letting them earn some points or grades or something so they get a feel for how to "score" in your "game". #xplap
    In reply to @MsSpearsTweets
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Thanks! You were the inspiration. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • B_ballCoach Aug 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    TJ, k-6 #physed in Arizona! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Q2 launching now on #XPLAP ! Great time to jump into the convo! #edchat #games4ed
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Cool! I like this idea too. Would be a good way to kick off writing after avatar creation. #xplap
    In reply to @MrKoz31
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Hey that can work in Texas history too. #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @MrKoz31
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Awesome! Thanks for sharing you don't have to have it all planned out! Build as you go! #xplap
    • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      A1: Right now I have a basic structure in mind. Only going to plan out first 2 parts of new section of my game...the rest build later #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Started this way… A thematic Marshmallow challenge https://t.co/wFxFYaAYHb Ss loved the epic challenge #XPLAP https://t.co/wFxFYaAYHb
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1 my homework has been watching old episodes of Survivor and thinking about how to translate #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1: I started mid-year last year, so I'm hoping to borrow ideas from all of you. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A2: Attending a gaming workshop next week during SuperQuest. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A2: currently working on breaking down skills to create badges for AVID. I've a loooong way to go. #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Hey! I'm a sci T also. always nice to meet other Ts. #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @EdTechRanger
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    I just love the drafting theme! You did inspire me to create a vocab word drafting game, but won't be as cool as your game! #xplap
    In reply to @SpeightEd
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Hey #xplap crew! Jumping in late tonight :) Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher and EdTech teacher leader in Southern Oregon
  • MrsCJWelch Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Excited to join #XPLAP
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Thanks, I use design challenges all the time to cover content, trying to bring them all together so that Ss can earn XP, all year #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • mrnewell83 Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2: I purchased the New World package from https://t.co/I1e0liarMv and have been blown away by the resources. #XPLAP #notapaidactor
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2 lots of visits to Dollar Tree, trying to figure what activities to use for team building, how to build in XP, working on structure #XPLAP
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2 we've thought about badges, how to track XP, how teams will work, and the endgame! #xplap
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    It's a new elective to prepare students for ACT WorkKeys Tests (applied mathematics, graphic literacy, and workplace documents). #xplap
    In reply to @r3gwr1ght
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2: I've worked through the #XPLAP book, and it has been a HUGE help. Getting story details, badges, items, potions...still have much to do!
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A1: I'm working on my storyline and an intro video. I'm hoping to do weekly videos to intro concepts. #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    I used what do you do w/ an idea / problem series to get my kinders interested in the library. Has a pirate type ship on back page #xplap
    In reply to @MsMimura
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Wow! what subject do you teach? can you share an example plz? #xplap
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @KathiSueSummers, @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: figuring out best way to explain to group. And elimate any dead time. #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 Here is one though. I have my avatars and guilding plan #xplap https://t.co/XPqvEgYZkJ
  • ushistorymarket Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Mine has been getting extra organized. Plus doing the shelf and closet clean out of things I haven't used in forever. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    So great to see you my friend! #XPLAP is a better place with you here… Thanks for making the trek!
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 Mostly sorting through new curriculum and preparing to teach brand new content. #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Super cool! #xplap
    In reply to @MrKoz31
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 also want to reread #XPLAP book next week when I am on vacation
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Caren, librarian, rural NC jumping in late! Still in the planning stages! Getting my mind wrapped around it!! #xplap
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    So far. I need to come up with a game management system that will work for me. #XPLAP
  • KelleighRatz Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: first, a video, then turning my syllabus into colorful info graphic game "rules", then XP and Chance cards. #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Oooh... you have to ... tell us more ...please. #xplap
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Having to change it a bit due to scheduling issues. Going to use @NBA2K instead of Fantasy Football stats, but still gonna be awesome #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @NBA2K
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    What program did you use to create the video? I really like it. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Deciding how to give out points to increase Guild prestige, which will allow Ss to add more players to their groups. #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Thats great to know. Thanks. I'd be happy to hear about how it works for you. #xplap
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: Look over my website and the rules for my game… Want to have the core in place before I move forward! #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: Going through new curriculumn and using the #xplap and #playlap book as my management system for the class. #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: We made the video, have the background story for our class, working on teams, planning together for ideas on community building. #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: I am in the process of creating a site for my game this year! So excited and glad this is my 2nd year gamifying! #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2? Curious if there is a pre launch checklist? #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    a2) trying to finish items. getting the leaderboard set up. Trying to figure out what's going wrong with my gold transaction sheet. #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    #xplap I may want to do something around minecraft, guilds, or something. I'm moving into more of a collaboration role so not certain.
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    #xplap I have been sharing with coworkers but they don't quite understand my excitement over a spreadsheet
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A1 My newly gamified Zoology class trailer #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Bring a pen with you and capture ideas as they come on the back page. I did this and it gave me a jump start. #XPLAP
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: story mapping, xp levels, badges and item ideas and thinking about how to keep it alive once I get in the thick of teaching #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    And it's Mike from MD, El Library Media. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    https://t.co/fsBg2gVHLL is a treasure chest of resources! Definitely have to check it out! @mrmatera is AMAZING! #xplap
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: outline rules, objectives, expectations in @schoology, have it prepared before school starts! #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Wow, do you have a narrative set up? or are your referring to win stakes for the endgame? #xplap
    In reply to @lynzhite
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: preparing badges and thinking about connecting Bartle's player types with SAPS model. Hope I'm right.... #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    a2) made a video, need to start next units video (i'm slow at making them) #XPLAP
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2 #xplap My whole class is built around tech, so I just converted every assign into a mission and added mission control to my website
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    LOL @lynzhite and I have been getting these looks as well… We cannot help it. (Giddiness explosion) #XPLAP
    • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      #xplap I have been sharing with coworkers but they don't quite understand my excitement over a spreadsheet
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: I think we can do a Hollywood squares with WeVideo (9 picture in pictures in a collaborative edit) need questions and scoring #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    I used a program called motion for Mac… It is not that hard to use and can make some really cool things like this! #XPLAP thanks 4 watching
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    My goodness this chat is wicked fast tonight and oh the ideas!!! Screen shooting a TON!!! Using some of these ideas for my planets! #XPLAP
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: Forming partnerships with community college and hopefully some local companies. Designing course and activities #xplap
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2 Now that I've got the theme & basic story line, have to create a video hook. Then determine how to best leverage @CanvasLMS #xplap
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: Character development, storyline, badges, 1st week collaborative activities, Room decorations...and the list goes on. #XPLAP
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    I'm 💭 same concept using @PicCollage ! #legos and #space = magic #xplap
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @MrKoz31, @PicCollage
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Great theme! Do you do a theme for the entire year? #xplap I'm a newbie and learned from @tishrich this past week! #orsuperquest
    • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
      Yes, my theme this year is going to be the Twilight Zone... students will be transported into episodes. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
      In reply to @supervxn, @tishrich, @mrmatera, @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    I'm still trying to figure out how to automate certain pieces. #xplap #games4ed
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Thanks my friend! Right back at ya! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    I teach using #minecraftedu. There's lots of people who will be willing to help. #xplap
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: I have made badges and energies (items--I teach science) and downloaded @mrmatera mega pack. Working to figure out the gold part. #xplap
  • gagliardisclass Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: Working on building a website using Google Sites #GAPE #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    I used a program called motion for mac… not to hard to use and was fun to put together! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Lisa54935
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Pirates have treasure. Books are treasure, call numbers, etc. are "maps", Shelf sticks are keys. (Or something like that) #xplap
    In reply to @MsMimura
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: Several badges planned & programmed. Now planning framework for Ss to begin creating the game! #xplap
  • JLThompsonJR Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2) Spreadsheet bought and modified for my class. Google site created and working on. Currently working on my independent study. #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 my bro in law lead me and my kids on a D&D adventure. Lots of ideas from that and totally not tech. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: For anyone building quests already, think about making them on google slides… makes it really easy to change and also look cooler #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    I do need to figure out breakout #xplap
    In reply to @mrnewell83
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    that's a pretty great idea... Do you have any ideas for what should be on the checklist? #xplap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #xplap A2 I had been SEARCHING everywhere for something I could customize. People said, Have you tried classcraft? #notevenclose #nope
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    So many amaazing ideas swirling around on #XPLAP right now! Q3 coming your way in 1 minute!
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Also in September I'm hoping to make some trailer videos (loved that idea from #WellPlayedU) #xplap
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2. Theme and design were much of the front-loading work. The "hook" is pretty much set. Now, need to keep reeling them in. #xplap
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Check out @mrmatera mega pack at https://t.co/9DBowX6Jrr. It covers about everyting you would like to include. #XPLAP
    In reply to @artFling, @mrmatera
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2 also meals sure to leave open parameters for kids to create or modify the game. Games within games is great for this. Olympiad #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    No doubt! It's the whole drafting theme--the kind of sport is secondary :) #xplap
    In reply to @SpeightEd, @NBA2K
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I've been doing tons of prep, but still need to work on my story. Have built a website to hold quests, leaderboard, etc. #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    What do you mean by energies or items? #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @mrmatera
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2: I always have a goal that drives my game, points earning, purpose/use and 1-2 mechanics...the rest will be student needs driven #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Thanks. I need to get permission/budget first but the 5th graders are quite game. #minecraftedu #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Are you giving students parameters ? #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Worth doing & students love it. You can also do a virtual version so not dependent on locks & boxes #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrterborg, @mrnewell83
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Check no further… go to https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt and pick up the mega pack sheet… You can customize your game and build any theme! #XPLAP
    In reply to @jellison23
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Launching Q3 on #XPLAP ! Jump into convo & chat Playful Learning!
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2 Trying to gracefully use Google Classroom & Schoology setup along w/official grade book, using @mrmatera spreadsheet for XP #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Side question: Thinking about knocking out one more book before the end of summer. Aside from #tlap and #xplap, what DBC should I read next?
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    #xplap A2 made Mission Playbooks with space for stickers for badges so kids could have physical record book
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    keeping up w things is tough, but I have a schedule. Fridays to update leaderboards, Mondays to give out items. etc... #xplap
    In reply to @MsSpearsTweets
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Powers, things they can do from bathroom breaks to choose their own seat. Items they can earn. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @mrmatera
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: Cliff hangers.. Like over the weekend, if we’re having a lab/activity on Monday, I post a snippet on our Instagram to amp it up. #XPLAP
  • ushistorymarket Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    The kids "battle" me with dice when they try to take the Royal Land. The anticipation of who is going to win is crazy for them! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: Oh I have teaser hooks all places from Google Classroom to costume hooks on me. Then bring it in with the activity. #xplap
  • SaraGladson Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Sorry to miss tonight but we have the entire theater to ourselves #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Going to start by sending them a wax sealed note in the mail before school starts… Now that is just epic! #XPLAP
  • EDUcre8ive Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A2 also make sure to leave room for kids to create or modify the game. Games within games is great for this. Olympiad #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    a2) I also got the prize for the winner in the mail today. 20000000000 zimbabwe dollars!! #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    do you have an outline of the story? I'd love to read it. #xplap
    In reply to @EdTechRanger
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Humm...I haven't tried it that way yet. If it doesnt I'll hide it. Still trying to figure out how to make the gold and trading work. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @mrmatera
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    This is my ultimate plan, too! @DPSNewsNow just got @Schoology district-wide. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @mrmatera, @DPSNewsNow, @Schoology
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I'm planning on introducing some version of legos this year #xplap
    In reply to @teachforthought, @HeckAwesome, @MrKoz31, @PicCollage
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I looked at @classcraftgame and decided 2 not use it. Afraid some Ss won't like the theme... Also, I'm from Israel and need Hebrew. #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23, @classcraftgame
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I've spent a few years working on my own custom classes, etc. Maybe I can help. What specifically did you have in mind? #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Um already bought it . . . TWICE #xplap (the second was an accident) @mrmatera
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Love the connections with the world outside the school! I hope to bring in business owners/mgrs for my Bus Eng class this year! #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    At first I read: things they can do from the bathroom lol It's been a long day. #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @supervxn, @mrmatera
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3: Videos (which I'm doing more of this year), hiding clues 2 secret side missions in the room, intro'ing a "Black hole" this yr #xplap
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 Students will get secret clues on day 2 game for wise choices to be revealed on game day 3 to keep anticipation high!#xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Great idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MsSpearsTweets
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A2 I also got the megapack from https://t.co/HmN7ohAhh5 That and the #xplap book are great resources. Plug for @mrmatera !
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 Leaving hints & maybe some mysterious videos #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    What kind of partnership? #xplap
    In reply to @SpeightEd
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3: guest appearances.. don’t tell them who it will be.. Sometimes I have other Ts coming during their planning just to change it up. #xplap
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 Handing out plane tickets on 1st day. Will need them to board our flight on day 2. Want to do more with videos throughout the year #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    You will love it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @BocksTech, @jvanscoyoc, @DPSNewsNow, @Schoology
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Yes. We'll start with basic theme, then talk about game mechanics & what will work w/the theme. Then narrative and how will win #xplap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: still working on the anticipation part...going to brace a trailer even though I have never done one! Vid skills needed 😒 #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    My theory is Killers - Power, Socials - Status Explorers - Access Achievers-Stuff. What do you think? #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: I want to do hidden treasures with QR codes and VR. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3 Videos. Songs. I like to write songs. Like to take current tunes and karaoke my own words in... Despesito aches for a rewrite. #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: Random QR codes on Instagram, around school. #XPLAP
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A2 I want to do a short intro video for each unit to spark interest #missionpossible #xplap
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    I'm working on that in Semester 2. #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @tishrich
  • gagliardisclass Aug 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: Ss have to save up enough energy as a class through different activities to travel back in time & "Save the past from the future" #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: sending letters from Hogwarts to Ss and also hoping to use remind to tease aspects #XPLAP
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    I've tried it. I decided that I wanted more control over details like XP values that @classcraftgame doesn't give. #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @jellison23, @classcraftgame, @classcraftgame
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    #xplap A3 Well, the video is a good starter but also talking about advancing from Candidate to Astronaut Commander #hypesquad
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: Make a Google Slide deck, on the last slide, say “to be continued…” #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    a3) There are some special guests that show up in class certain days. (it's really just me in costumes) #XPLAP
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: Teasing upcoming contests. I thought I was doing a 🏈 theme & the @Panthers hooked me up with gear (now I gotta talk to @hornets) #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 I start a story of what's to happen planned for the bell to cut me off....drives them crazy. #xplap
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: Idea-teasers with locked google forms, students earn codes to unlock forms that leads to cheats, upgrades, XP bonuses #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: Love having trailers for my elective classes… Playing Politics I Intro here: https://t.co/vIdghlGw7m #XPLAP style got Ss excited!
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: I put memes on our Daily Agendas that give hints or mention something coming #xplap
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 Hoping to build anticipation w/ trailer, breakout, and avatar creation. Students will get their first item for avatar creation. #XPLAP
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Some Ss also were not into the theme...but they REALLY enjoyed the pets. The weekly/daily responsibility to check to get gold was big #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @jellison23, @classcraftgame
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    #xplap - you are all so patient with me when every I show up here. My third show this summer. I get more convinced each time.
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @mrmatera
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: I want to have my Ls walk through an "inner door" to my room -- like a clean room-- since they are entering a biosphere. #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Oooh, I love the wax seal idea! Too cool! #xplap
    • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
      Going to start by sending them a wax sealed note in the mail before school starts… Now that is just epic! #XPLAP
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    What do you recommend for producing videos? #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: working on this part. Thinking of involving other staff/Ts. Perhaps interconnecting/joint adventures in order to move on #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: I use Instagram to build anticipation in the class…. to release clues of what is to come tomorrow https://t.co/00vUhYFzKg #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Lots of exploration tonight on #XPLAP Q4 launching in 1 minute!
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: Our theme is around the world in 180 days! Giving them boarding passes & tickets so they anticipate their 1st library visit! #xplap
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: I'll give them small amounts of the story at a time. Clues will help them solve their work and uncover the story. #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: I love using a storyline to create anticipation. Foreshadowing an imminent danger through ppt or npc's taped up on the walls #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    #XPLAP
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Check out @mrmatera https://t.co/IqBzjBURgU He has an AWESOME spreadsheet that will do everything you want and MORE! #xplap #notpaidbyxplap
    • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
      I've tried it. I decided that I wanted more control over details like XP values that @classcraftgame doesn't give. #XPLAP
      In reply to @supervxn, @jellison23, @classcraftgame, @classcraftgame
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    There are lots of digital resources too. :) But yes, a book or three will do them good. #xplap
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Join the team Art! It is going to be epic! #XPLAP
    In reply to @artFling, @PerkyScience
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Totally epic. NICE! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3 I want to play pirate music and offer oranges to prevent scurvy on their journey too! Lol #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    That is so cool! I never got my Hogwarts letter :( #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I used wevideo. It worked pretty well for me and wasn't too hard to figure out. and it was free although there is a watermark. #XPLAP
    In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME, @tishrich
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE :) #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Launching Q4! #XPLAP chat is the place to be! Join us!
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: Same answer as Q1 - the trailer I made, sorry to repeat.... #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: I have a welcome website and want to hide some things on that. #xplap https://t.co/AqHic8xjya
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Love the collaboration with students for game design. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3 leaving out info as secrets or fun story twists for explorers! Find out what kind of #gamer you are at https://t.co/WqrdrMc9pv #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A4: I am not there yet!!! Hope to learn next week. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    #xplap A3 also using a sticker book for badges - instead of digital. They love stickers! Do you have your level 12 sticker yet? #stickers
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A3 So many ideas in #tlap ! I like using social media, teasing storylines in class, posting random clues on board & walls #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4: First wk of school, we'll play games every day, talk about purpose of games, what means to be a good player. #xplap
  • tchrdonna Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    to @RESP3CTtheGAME that is so pirate!! plane tickets! #xplap
    In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME, @RESP3CTtheGAME
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4 Lots of opportunities to play/practice the skills & gain the DOK to advance - at least that's the plan #XPLAP
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I started a class instagram last year. Looking forward to using this to tease sidequests and give clues. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I'm starting w/ @brixotoys IOT Lego compatible building blocks. :) #xplap
    In reply to @teachforthought, @HeckAwesome, @MrKoz31, @PicCollage, @brixotoys
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4: By showing the Ss how to be a great team member, building community before getting into content, setting norms, model expectation #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    I tend to wear wicked well. #xplap
    In reply to @mrnewell83
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Fun Fact: I went to Space Camp in 8th grade bc I was gonna be an astronaut. Look at me now: An English Teacher #xplap #gofigure
  • mrnewell83 Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    I would love to stay and finish, but my littles want their own game time. Can't wait to review the chat tomorrow. Happy gaming! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A4: Here was my training camp they had to complete before entering the Realm of Nobles…. They selected 3 items too when they entered #XPLAP
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #xplap - Uhhh to tell you the truth, I don't know what the lyrics are saying either!
    In reply to @amelandrea79
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    #xplap A3 gonna try some QR codes as hints and whatnot - also really trying to promote TEAM so when 1 S reaches level 25 - all get 500 XP
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    How are you making your stickers stick? I am having my Ls put their badges on their notebooks, but haven't got the stick part down. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jellison23
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Wouldn't mind funding for Donor's Choose project but I'd like to get people in my class to advise Ss on job skills and work with Ss #xplap
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Good rec. I produced one @WeVideo last year. Worked well but would appreciate more freedom w free version--for the sake of education! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @tishrich, @WeVideo
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    That's because everyone has been in your shoes at some point. #xplap
    In reply to @artFling, @PerkyScience, @mrmatera
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A4: Ss build resources by earning new spells, potions, and items by completing quests and earning XP to buy things. #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Missed Q4. Can some1 plz RT? #xplap
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A3 leaving out info as secrets or fun story twists for explorers! Find out what kind of #gamer you are at https://t.co/2OaHnJzdnI #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Like anything and everything you can get them on Amazon! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MsMimura
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    #xplap I wanna take your classes.
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    I see so many possibilities bc of the #xplap tribe! Whoa!
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    That is a great idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    RT Q4: #XPLAP @supervxn
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    And some of us keep lurking around #xplap
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja, @artFling, @PerkyScience, @mrmatera
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A3. I'm thinking objects...artifacts. Especially items that a middle schooler wouldn't' be familiar with. Like a cassette tape. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I am currently using the education trial. Not really sure how I signed up for it. not sure if different than regular free one #XPLAP
    In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME, @tishrich, @WeVideo
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4 1st week ice breakers are themed towards game, choosing avatar/character types, forming Parties & names #xplap
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4 Introduce new game concepts while playing first week. Provide opportunities to earn first XP and badges. #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    I ordered white circle badges from Amazon. Then used Word to print. Once you make the first template, it's super easy #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Yes, that's what I'm thinking of for my elementary students. #xplap
    In reply to @SpeightEd
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4: Use game mechanics: Leader boards, XP badges and reinforcement. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Lots of mind blowing ideas being shared tonight! Q5 launching in 1 minute on #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Thanks! It's hectic tonight! #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    How often do you change a game up. Does one run for weeks, all year? #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    There is a #wellplayedu podcast talking about it… have a listen here: https://t.co/YVirFXVRu3 #XPLAP
    In reply to @EdTechRanger
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    UW-Stout has a great gamification course but it's probably too basic for most of this group. :) #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MsMimura
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Loving the ideas for A4 - very helpful #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    a4) I try to include lots of team building activities. (also space camp for educators is a thing, and it's awesome!!) #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    XP Power ups, @flipgrid daily reflections on their learning and gaming. #xplap
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A4: We will have a STEAM Camp. Students will work to become STEAM Rangers. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Q5 launching now on #XPLAP
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    I began eating dinner when this started...barely touched it because I'm so engrossed in tonight's chat! #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Doesn't it cost a ton? My aim that all Ss get all badges eventually.... #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4: I like to make different levels of gameplay, from very basic to complicated as D&D v. 3.5 so Ss can choose what they like #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    You bet! The commute from Oregon can't be that bad ;) #xplap
    In reply to @teachforthought
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    I taught earth and space science to my kinders all year long one year. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Mine runs all year, but there are different things happening in the story each unit, and there are quarterly winners as well. #XPLAP
    In reply to @artFling
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    #xplap Adventures are the best way to learn! Love this #pln.
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5: @flipgrid #googleKeep and my blog for the win. I also have a new Google Micro blog form I'm trying. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5: I am planning to develop a Slide Deck and folder in Google Drive. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    a4 #xplap celebrate mistakes, encourage teamwork with XP rewards and praise, be clear in directions
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5 Save, save, save either on GDrive or in Canvas LMS - also need to revive my blog so I can reflect on success/failure #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5: I try to take notes… 1 simple way is to have a google doc I use all year for reflections per unit. Nice that it's all in 1 place #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A5 Reflection is so important and refining is the key to game design. (not a plug) but blogging has been great for reflection #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    I got like 200 circle labels for less than 10 dollars last year. Haven't gone used them all yet #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @mpilakow, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A5: I put everything in to my Google Drive. I also use google keep a lot too, love using #’s to tag all of my resources in it! #XPLAP
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    #xplap So are there ways that you level things so a few Ss don't run away with the leaderboard? Or is that not a problem. Sorry off task.
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I somehow keep missing the Qs... Can you plz tag me? Thanks! #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Can hide clues in the library too. Or at least you could in mine. #xplap (librarian could be an npc)
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I started out with just doing one unit at a time. That let me reset and change things up/make corrections with each unit. #xplap
    In reply to @artFling
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    #xplap I was just given this spreadsheet https://t.co/gsWLJD11pA and I'm going to combine @GoogleForEdu and @Schoology
    In reply to @Lisa54935, @supervxn, @jellison23, @classcraftgame, @GoogleForEdu, @Schoology
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    a4 #xplap Display leader boards, Leading Teams (homerooms) and Leading Crews, Player of the week display
  • HeckAwesome Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Have to leave early #XPLAP peeps! What a fantastic chat tonight!!! HOLY ideas brewing!!!! Seriously AWESOME!!!!
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    What about the printing? #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @mpilakow, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A5: I'll follow @hmarrs24 lead & create a Site to put it all together! #XPLAP PS: Sites is SO easy to use! Give it a try if you haven't yet.
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    #xplap - That sounds doable. A good starting place.
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    a5) thinking of doing a themed blog this year, otherwise I just keep everything in google drive. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    I include a "most improved for the week" board as well. Leaderboards can demotivate those not at the top, but everyone can improve #xplap
    In reply to @artFling, @MrHentzen
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5: I am determined to blog about my journey so I can not only learn from my successes & mistakes, but hopefully others can too. #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5) Attempt to stay organized throughout the year and utilize reflections...my own and Ss reflections. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5: This is definitely an area I need to improve on! Google Drive is a lifesaver, but I need to be better about organizing! #xplap
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    You use data validation in form questions to make it feel like it's locked. Check out #digitalbreakout resources #xplap
    In reply to @amelandrea79
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Not really. Depending on size, you can get a few hundred for $10. I requisition them in the spring #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5: I am going to call google docs, slides and classroom my best friends this year. I struggle w/organization as is. 😑#xplap
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Can you share recommendations for how you make the most of Canvas for gamification? We added the LMS this year. #xplap
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5: Reflection is key… Also having a place to store ideas is huge… I think faster than I can create. Need a holding doc for ideas. #XPLAP
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    #xplap A4 I teach the whole school set up game with 6 different crews in every class - so a crew has Ss from every grade level #wintogether
  • MrsCford_tweets Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Have to run! Thanks for a great chat. Love the ideas! #xplap
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5 I have been building a google doc with game ideas. Will add beginning activities so I have everything in one place. #xplap
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5 Google Drive and I love having a separate label in Google Keep for reflections or ideas. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    wasn't too bad last year. Can always include some bonus XP items to let people catch up. #XPLAP
    In reply to @artFling
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Sorry! Had to duck out and put kids to bed for a moment...I'm back! What Q are we on? 5? #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Bury them in seldom read tomes in the musty library? #xplap
    In reply to @MrRyneAnthony
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Sorry I'm just now joining! I lost track of time!.. but better late than never right?.. haha #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Yes we are on five! #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    We have a color copier/printer at school that I use. But b/w ones could allow for Ss to color them, too #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @MrHentzen, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    Yeah! Jennifer we will take you any time you can make it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @tishrich
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A4: Camp attendees don't do space walks. Use onboarding and ensure all students have initial success and build on that. #xplap #babysteps
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A5: Since it's new, I write my lesson plans carefully and save everything. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    In awe of the #XPLAP crew! Q6 launching in 1 minute!
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: the Google - docs, spreadsheets, keep - still trying to wrap my head around it and need auto save! #XPLAP
  • gagliardisclass Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: I have a folder on Google Drive for everything #XPLAP. I plan on doing Google a Forms this year to get Ss feedback on the game.
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    @TraciChun - Are you onboard with this idea? #XPLAP
    • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:38 PM EDT
      Bury them in seldom read tomes in the musty library? #xplap
      In reply to @MrRyneAnthony
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Hmm... GREAT IDEA! Thanks! #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @MrHentzen, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    I've been getting alot of comments recently, but its become a way for me to organize and thing about my own practice. Double winner! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    a5) I have probably 20 pages of "stuff to check out" from this chat. #XPLAP
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    What if you school isn't a google school? I have a google account, but kids use Office 365 #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Launching Q6 now on #XPLAP
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5 - I think I would use a Google Doc to keep track and notes. #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5) I love @OneNoteEdu for all my life's organization. I can even clip articles, videos, and entire webpages directly to it. #XPLAP
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5: Pretty bad at this one. Fill up google drive, bookmark all interesting sites, and it's future Luke's problem. #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    #XPLAP slightly off topic but what would you do with a green dry erase sheet? (Yes, I'm thinking green screen.)
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    In a perfect world, I'd get some business owners/managers to compete with my students in review games with content. #xplap
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5 Google Drive. I have "Game Master's Guide" for me w/ revisions & new ideas for "Players Handbook". Lots & lots of spreadsheets too #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5: I'm old school. I have one 360 pg notebook/yr. Keep all my notes in there. Then I peruse it. It's not slick but works for me #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A4: I literally create a Space Camp! Haha! My theme is Space so the first two weeks of school are the Ascension Space Training! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    @mrmatera leaderboard calculates improved for each quarter at least placement wise anyways. #XPLAP
    In reply to @JLThompsonJR, @MrPowley, @artFling, @mrmatera
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A6 A lot of front loading so they have the skills/DOK to work independently. Never assume they already know it. #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    my gradebook is a spreadsheet and I have some basic ability to pull from it to make the leaderboards. been tough though... #xplap
    In reply to @JLThompsonJR, @artFling, @MrHentzen
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A6: Stop giving them recipe directions. No step-by-step needed. Think outside of the box and explore it. I’m there to help strugglers #XPLAP
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    #xplap Since this is my first year - I'm calling it my Learning Year - that way I can't lose #itisallnew #goaheadandtry
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A6: I am hoping to do more with MMTS's and #Hyperdocs. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A6: I'm aiming for a #silentday get Ss in charge of their learning towards student lead and get to a #silentday #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    She could have fun with it... :) Go Hogwarts on your students. #XPLAP
    In reply to @LynnSchedler, @TraciChun
  • MrRyneAnthony Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Ha! Love it, better yet they unlock a treasure map made in @GoogleForEdu drawings leads to XP bonus hidden #xplap
    In reply to @mrterborg, @GoogleForEdu
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Lightning cards like in Mario Kart. Kids at the bottom can earn supercharged chance cards to catch partway up. #xplap
    In reply to @artFling, @MrHentzen
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A5 I am going to record it on a new Google Site, with all the trials and errors and successes need to write and evaluate this year #xplap
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    If you have tech with a stylus check out @msOnenote. It'll behave similarly in that you can write but it's still digital to organize #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @msonenote
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I keep a running document called "From Twitter". Creates a great problem: so many resources to explore. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A6 Be open if a student speaks up with an idea and incorporate it!It will get more students thinking of what they could create! #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Good night everyone... Great chatting... #xplap
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A5. I reflect and record using "old school" composition book and a pen. Ideas flow better for me that way. It's always handy. #XPLAP
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A6 Also thinking about using single point rubric to get away from check off box mentality. #XPLAP
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Hi Jenny! My first year too! Hope you connect throughout the year and share our successes and failures! #xplap
    In reply to @jellison23
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    #xplap A6 I introduce a project and then tell Ss - go make it. They get to figure out how! They love the control! #nowtheygetXPforit
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I'm letting them split into groups on their own. Each player type gets reward for the whole group so they have to think about it. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A6: I love edpuzzle for more student-centered learning, but am also trying to work in more incentives for Ss to help/teach each other #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    This https://t.co/BSvs3UlfGs I think that would be the space cards you should send! #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachforthought
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6 Great question...just planning on not letting anybody off the hook. Support - yes, differentiation - yes. Helplessness - no. #xplap
  • hoxiery Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6 as you move forward, gamafied or not, put differentiated instruction for every S at the forefront of your instructional design #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    IKR?! Nearly anything creative, like lesson plans or game ideas, I have to write it out longhand first in my notebook! #xplap
    In reply to @MrBrownHistory
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6 #xplap
    • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:42 PM EDT
      I'm letting them split into groups on their own. Each player type gets reward for the whole group so they have to think about it. #xplap
      In reply to @tishrich
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6: #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5: I usually end up changing most of what I do anyway, so I keep notes but don't stress what I forget. #xplap
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6: good ? Certainly giving tools in the beginning and scaffolding until they can work on own. Also, using other Ss first before me. #xplap
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5: Everything will be on Google Drive (personal and school accounts). I've lost too many thumbdrives to trust myself again #xplap
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5: I have a folder on my Google Drive plus this year I'm making a site! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    a6) most of my challenges are "do this" for example "make a lander that can land your egg without breaking it in the target area" #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Cool idea! do you have examples? and how will you help them identify their player type? #XPLAP
    In reply to @supervxn, @tishrich
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    So glad I’m not alone. #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachlikeaninja
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6 Ooo Tish, seriously great q. Been thinking a lot on this. This is called #xplap - Ss need to be exploring to do this. Making Qs.
    In reply to @tishrich
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Think of rewards per S, group and class. Hope that helps. #xplap
    In reply to @crombiesclass1
  • Braz74 Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    You did awesome with @flipgrid last week such a great tool for reflection #xplap #sstlap
  • RESP3CTtheGAME Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6 No better way to release responsibility early in the yr than have Ss read Lord of the Flies. No adult supervision...the humanity! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Last year was my first, I warned students that some things would completely fail as well. but thats life. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jellison23
  • JLThompsonJR Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6) A big chunk of my class is already self-directed with completion rules on Schoology. Hoping the game will add motivation. #xplap
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6: through practice and having them explore their options by reading instructions - and cryptic comments about side quests etc #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Add me to that list! It is my first year too, but feel so much more confident with this great PLN with me. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MsMimura, @jellison23
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6 this was tough last year... you want them to be empowered but have a threshold of quality... give vague criteria with lvls? #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Other students can help strugglers too. #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    @mrshurtteaches and I are the @flipgrid people for #WeAreMCUSD #xplap
    In reply to @Braz74, @flipgrid, @mrshurtteaches, @flipgrid
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    https://t.co/0lEp6anm8j #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @tishrich
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    I would love to hear how you made this work. I tried it a couple of times and not too thrilled with the results. #XPLAP
    In reply to @LynnSchedler
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    check out @mrmatera blog https://t.co/V0PlxXciQw #xplap
    • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:43 PM EDT
      Cool idea! do you have examples? and how will you help them identify their player type? #XPLAP
      In reply to @supervxn, @tishrich
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Good suggestion! I like One Note, but being a Google School, I don't use it. I might have to play with it more... #xplap
    In reply to @BocksTech, @msonenote
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A6 #xplap Also thinking of starting the year by telling them, "You are getting an A in this class." Subtract the fear and bring on the risk
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Still lots more to discover tonight on #XPLAP ! Q7 launching in 1 minute!
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A6: This is where the "Secret Society" component of my game comes in! The "Doube S" are strict on their new time travelers! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A6: I actively work to make Ss independently strong… Able to face coldness of space with the inner burning desire of the sun to learn #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Fun! #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • Coach_Stephans Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A6: Teaching doc analysis w/ bellwork each day so when projects come, Ss can be indep. to complete tasks/quests #XPLAP
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    It is free for personal use. I feel the pain of being a Google school, though. I bought O365 personally because I love it so much #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @msonenote
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    I'm developing a page on my game site for my students. Once I launch it, I'll share it here on twitter! Prob. 1st week of Sept. #xplap
    In reply to @ATorrens84
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    #xplap You know, when I look at your name real fast, it looks like Shannon Rockstar. Just thought you would want to know that very imp info.
    In reply to @BocksTech, @mpilakow, @msonenote
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Doing projects as my rewards in the library! Ideas so far: life size operation game, spin art machine, & more. Winner gets to pick #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Anything with astronaught ice cream! #xplap
    In reply to @teachforthought, @mrmatera
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A6 I need to build up their characters to be able to support the game #xplap
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Love the single point rubric. #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @LynnSchedler
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Launching Q7 on #XPLAP !
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6 #xplap What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail? #growthmindset Explorers always redesign!
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Do you mean they won't know exactly how to level up? #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachforthought
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Haha! You are my new favorite person! #XPLAP
    In reply to @artFling, @mpilakow, @msonenote
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: By the end of units I want Ss creating their own questions with accompanying explanations to familiarize w/ wording #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    I started my K space unit w/ Little Einsteins theme song ->original NASA news footage of various launches->Google Space->SpaceX #xplap
    In reply to @hmarrs24
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A7: Nothing at this time. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    I know right! That would be so cool! It is so fun to look around the internet and think how could I use this in my game/class. #XPLAP
    In reply to @teachforthought
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6: Show them how to read the "map"--our agenda. Where to find links. It takes time, but then one day I look up and it's all clicking #xplap
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Great resource..... https://t.co/kuDJ6j3IzC #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience, @LynnSchedler
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A7: Any and every little space thing I could find, posters, cards, trinkets, GAMES...lots of games!! #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Thanks! Let's say they teamed with only killers, so they'll only have power rewards and not stuff or access... #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A6: My sidequests are all posted on a Google Slide and so is the leaderboard. They can find it on their own. #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Use Office 365? :) #xplap
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
  • Coach_Stephans Aug 8 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A7: Bought gamification Mega Pack from @mrmatera today to help calc XP. Legos, play-doh, Hot Wheels, card sheets for items. #XPLAP
  • r3gwr1ght Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7: play-doh, legos, item cards, and more. Anything that looks fun! #xplap
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7 just starting-foam dice, jigsaw puzzles of US, sidewalk chalk, playdough, sm whiteboards & markers - more to come #xplap
  • artFling Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    #xplap so can @classdojo help keep track of these games.
    In reply to @jellison23, @ClassDojo
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Checking it out now! :) #XPLAP thanks for sharing that
    In reply to @daleyscience, @PerkyScience, @LynnSchedler
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7: Oh I get game pieces and create my own and use many and I do mean many video game and movie references, Ss love it. #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    That works too. (But I must advocate for those musty places.) #xplap
    In reply to @MrRyneAnthony, @GoogleForEdu
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7 (cont) I will start collecting Twilight Zone stuff. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Good choice… it will be the back bone of you game soon! You will love it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7: I have Quest logs for Ss to complete as they do their work. This year I'll be using them to grade classwork as they're working #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    I'm going to turn badges into buttons! #backpackbling #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @supervxn, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A7 Knowledge and Ideas from reading xplap and the wellplayed podcast and all the amazing ideas from this group! #xplap
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7 #xplap class is very digital, so lots of physical things stickers, playdough, dice, and food -- my students are ALWAYS hungry
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: I like the tangible so looking into ways to print badges, item cards. Need to get some dice and other things I haven't thought of #xplap
  • PerkyScience Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Looking forward to learning from you. #XPLAP
    In reply to @hmarrs24, @ATorrens84
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7) Books! #xplap #games4ed #edtech
  • MrBrownHistory Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7. I have an inflatable space man. (mic drop...goodnight). It's been fun. #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @teachforthought, @mrmatera
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: A couch for current throne holders. Coffee/tea/hot choc corner. And GAMES! Concept & Werewords are new additions this week! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    a7) dice, poker chips, cardboard, prizes, stickers, leaderboard, google drive, cardboard, random chemicals, and lots of cardboard #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: I have learned to keep random items that I come across! You never know how you might use them!#XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: Not sure how often, but it was worth 16 bucks! https://t.co/1h5Iz7bl9V #XPLAP
  • SpeightEd Aug 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A7: I'm trying to get tools to help me digitize material & increase student access. Already preordered game for simulations #XPLAP
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Try the QWIQR model. It's for #FlipClass, although IMO it's useful anyway. https://t.co/a4t6m5vFLk @MrPowley #xplap
    In reply to @SpeightEd, @MrPowley
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    a7) and I forgot my missing spaceman that students find! #XPLAP
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A7 I just bought some large foam dice from 5 Below, 2 for $5. We have a door hoop, legos, wood blocks. #XPLAP
  • MsMimura Aug 8 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I love the international, cross curricular, vertical collaboration here! It's truly inspiring! #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Hey, that's double what I get for writing for my own class! #xplap
    In reply to @teachforthought, @MrHentzen, @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Heading back to earth Q8 launching in 1 minute on #XPLAP !
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7 An open mind and prizes. #xplap
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7: need more stuff, but post its , foam dice, card stock + page protectors, stickers, stamps, whiteboards, etc #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Love all the gifs tonight! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Out of order here but you could add circuitry to create light up buttons / badges for certain harder quests? #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @supervxn, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7: support from my #gbl #gamification #PLF #xplap
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7: all of these responses reminds me I have a lot more to get. #xplap
  • MrPowley Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Thanks for spreading the word! #xplap
    In reply to @supervxn, @SpeightEd
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7: I'm the STEAM Club Person too, so this is me!! Hubby knows to save the toilet paper rolls! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    a7) my wife hates all the cardboard boxes in our garage, but seriously I might need it some day! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Launching Q8 now on #XPLAP !
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7: I love dice! They are a great way to gamify anything. #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    My pleasure... It's an excellent method. #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @SpeightEd
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Yes, card sheets! Have many ideas for those! #XPLAP
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 cont'd: Empty plastic easter eggs. Lots of dice of many types. Mini whiteboards. #xplap
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 Need a detective logs and passports for my Literary Agents. #xplap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 my SMART LAB activities are going to be rocking my classroom @SMART_Tech To the MOON! #xplap https://t.co/ofLDf2evNC
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    #xplap squadgoals unlocked
    In reply to @tishrich, @PerkyScience, @MsMimura
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    a7) also built a rocket launcher and a propane torch holder last year, thinking of building a wind tunnel this year. #XPLAP
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A6: After 24 yrs of teaching, I see that I am less of a teacher & more of a learning coach or learning mentor. Ss have choice & voice #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc Aug 8 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 game dice, card holders, BreakouEDU chest w/locks, LEGO kits, small nerf bullets, themed music playlists #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8: All my #XPLAP peeps… It has been fun chatting each week on here or #Wellplayedu … These both fuel me and excite me for tomorrow!
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8) Hiking to destress. Hurray Colorado mountains! Anyone in Colorado want to come? #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8: My swimming, visits with gaming friends, reading. #XPLAP @tishrich @mrmatera
  • LynnSchedler Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8 remembering to set aside time to totally disconnect & have non-school connected fun #XPLAP
  • KatieJMcNamara Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    What platform is this? #xplap
    In reply to @ronaldfisher, @SMART_Tech
  • daleyscience Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Okay. Love #PLF. I totally feel like that here on Twitter! #xplap #tlap ##scitlap #learnlap #leadlap #piratenation
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Also ordered this to "stamp" their passports for Around the World https://t.co/KYIUH2DPZN #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8: Been bike riding again, but a good #pokemongo Walk with my son is a great recharge for me. #xplap
  • JLThompsonJR Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Resources for games to play? #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8: #xplap & #games4ed tribes! But also amazing colleagues at my school. And balance.... Always easier said than done #xplap
  • ronaldfisher Aug 8 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A8 Some extra #xplap SWAG and some hinweise from @mrmatera
  • Ryan7Read Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    On that final note, I have to head to bed for regular recharge. Have a lot of lesson plans to finish. Night. #xplap
  • Techieteach11 Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    @ankoser follow #XPLAP and you'll have 20 ideas in 10 seconds!!!
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8: PLAYING WITH MY SWEET AUDBALL! :) Hiking, board games with my husband, video games, reading, exploring new things. #xplap
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    #xplap A8 took everything I've been doing and flipped into game mode - so every assignment is now worth XP #gametime
  • Coach_Stephans Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8: Hopefully blogging abt this year to reflect & get better with each version of the game. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Hope you keep an eye out… This school you I want to run a monthly giveaway… Check https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt for more details! #XPlap
    In reply to @ronaldfisher
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8 Working with @Stella_Pollard and her enthusiasm and positivity! It's so fun to be creative and it drives me to do more!#xplap
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8: The #xplap crew, my Ss response to gamification, building new things in throughout the year, twists, turns, Easter eggs! #xplap
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A8: looking forward to travel, time w/friends and family as well as checking in here and on other twitter chats! Good times! #xplap
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    I heard some schools are banning toilet paper rolls ... #Xplap
    In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Why on earth do I keep missing Qs? plz RT Q8... #xplap
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    I love you :-) I’m so LUCKY to have you to work with. You work circles around me! #XPLAP
    • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:55 PM EDT
      A8 Working with @Stella_Pollard and her enthusiasm and positivity! It's so fun to be creative and it drives me to do more!#xplap
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A7: Also a 4 foot long propeller to hang on the wall in front of a painting of an airplane! To make it look real! #xplap
  • mpilakow Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Wow, and amazing chat & lots of ideas! Thanks to @tishrich & @mrmatera for tonight's questions! So rejuvenating! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Oh you are in good hands… You guys are going to have so much fun. Thanks for joining in the chat with her. #XPLAP
    In reply to @lynzhite, @Stella_Pollard
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    a8 #xplap you can see my tiny, little, baby beginning effort at my class website - if you want https://t.co/Tx8bkcI3G0
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    a8) this chat helps, seeing kids excited, hearing them not mind coming to my class even though it's their hardest class. and Dr. Who. #XPLAP
  • lynzhite Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8 And Student enthusiasm! It will keep me excited to be brave and keep the game moving!#xplap
  • crombiesclass1 Aug 8 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A8: I have a shoebox full of notes from former Ss and a folder with past exam scores that both show how gamification has changed us #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    The #xplap community continually grows because of YOU! Thank you for sharing & inspiring! #bettertogether
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Thanks again! #xplap
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard
  • gagliardisclass Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8: 8 wonderful hours of Sleep. And with that Goodnight #XPLAP. See you next week.
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Honored to have you in the chat this week. Truly epic tonight! Hope your year starts off strong! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mpilakow, @tishrich
  • teachlikeaninja Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8: There's life outside of #xplap and game making?
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8: Collaboration with my sci team. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8: No doubt the #xplap community continually refuels me! Also plan to continue blogging and sharing my passion through speaking. #xplap
  • EdTechRanger Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A7: We have a decal cutter and laser engraver in class, so I'll be making STUFF! I also print T-Shirts, so that's some good SWAG! #XPLAP
  • teachforthought Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Think this chat is always too short... #XPLAP
  • hmarrs24 Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    I've gotten so many amazing ideas from listening to #WellPlayedU on my morning runs!! #xplap #edurunner
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Stella_Pollard Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    I always L-O-V-E this chat and look forward to it each week. So many great ideas. Thanks @tishrich & @mrmatera for everything. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A8: My Ss always refuel me and keep me excited to keep adding twists and turns! #xplap
  • supervxn Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Good idea! I'll look into it. #xplap
    In reply to @mpilakow, @teachlikeaninja, @KatieJMcNamara, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Check out https://t.co/fsBg2hdjal & enter the contest for free give aways!!! So much treasure! https://t.co/R6jnv4FEIV #xplap #tlap
  • MrHentzen Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    a8) also kickboxing. helps with the hard days! #XPLAP
  • jellison23 Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    #xplap Thank you everyone! Gotta go! Musician husband just got home from his tour! #bestbudishome #joy #gamifythis
  • ReadforCupcakes Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A8: I hope the excitement of my Ss energize me until the end! I want them to be as excited as I am! #XPLAP
  • mrterborg Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    You could add circuitry to make your badges/ buttons light up? Use for special missions, etc.? #xplap
    In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @mpilakow, @supervxn, @PerkyScience, @jellison23
  • BocksTech Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone! Especially @tishrich and @mrmatera for putting this together! #XPLAP
  • MsSpearsTweets Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Happy to have joined the chat!! Now to try to go to sleep with all these new ideas swirling in my head. #xplap
  • psamel Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A8 I am counting on the Ss enthusiasm to keep me charged up! Also got my other 4th grade teachers on board. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Hey #XPLAP community… have any questions about #gamification or #XPLAP post them here https://t.co/o1DYvQByFT I will answer on YouTube
  • amelandrea79 Aug 8 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A8: I will keep following #XPLAP and other resources for inspiration as well as feed off (hopefully) Ss enthusiasm
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Thank you @mrmatera for awesome Q's and slides tonight! Honored to co-moderate with you, my friend! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Aug 8 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    So love having you in the #xplap community, Stella! Thank YOU!
    In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @mrmatera