#XPLAP Archive | Participate

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #xplap! @mrmatera & I are excited to chat with our fav peeps! Please introduce yourselves!

participatechat Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

So ready for tonight's #xplap chat

KathiSueSummers Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Good evening, All. @tishrich @mrmatera and #xplap Crew. @WPMrSummers

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Love this comment!!! That is always the goal of my podcasts… I want people to just feel like they are at the table! Thanks Eric! #XPLAP

In reply to @EricJBentley, @HeckAwesome

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Happy to have you here KathiSue! #XPLAP

In reply to @KathiSueSummers, @tishrich, @WPMrSummers

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr & Lead in Southern Oregon! So excited to see my friends tonight on #xplap

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi #xplap. Adam - US History teacher from SC

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Agree with every word! I'm also starting to spread the word of #gamification in Israel and many Ts are interested. #xplap

In reply to @Slapshot99, @EricJBentley, @mrmatera, @tishrich, @HeckAwesome, @MrBold05, @ChrisHesselbein

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Eric K-4 STEAM T from Michigan #xplap (forgot the hash)

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

DianaLyn MS science from Texas here to learn and get recharged. #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Jen from CA K-5 Tech teacher. Brand new baby #gamifier #xplap

teachlikeaninja Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Josh Stock, 6th grade ELA. #xplap

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Patrick, Grade 4 teacher from Oshkosh, WI #xplap

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello, Ivan K-5 NJ #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Welcome everyone to #XPLAP This is a wonderful community of powerful and passionate educators who are brave enough to leave a legacy!

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello everyone! =D #xplap

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Noa, sci T from Israel. Since it's 5am here, my pun is: it's never too late to learn. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Welcome Patrick! So good to see you here at #XPLAP week after week! We are #bettertogether

In reply to @psamel

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

We love having you on board, Jenny! #xplap

In reply to @jellison23

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Tired, but thankful that we were spared from Irma... #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi everybody, Bryan gr7-8 in Alberta. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Welcome back LeVonda! #XPLAP

In reply to @levondavickery

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi Josh! Great to see you!!!! #xplap

In reply to @teachlikeaninja

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Great to have you here Noa Thanks for getting up early! #XPLAP

In reply to @supervxn

MrMillerReads Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#XPLAP Hi, Tristan 3-5 NJ

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks Michael! =D #xplap

In reply to @mrmatera

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi Ivan! So great to see you! #xplap

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Thanks! My FB group has about 1,200 Ts following. #xplap

In reply to @tishrich, @Slapshot99, @EricJBentley, @mrmatera, @HeckAwesome, @MrBold05, @ChrisHesselbein

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

YEAH! We have @MrPowley the host of #XPLAPcamp here! Check out the slow chat this week! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrPowley, @tishrich, @MrPowley

shan_bishop Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Shannon Bishop East Texas Tech/Digital Art/Web Teacher #xplap

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

NJ in the house! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrMillerReads

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi LeVonda! How is your year staring off?! #xplap

In reply to @levondavickery

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

https://t.co/HG3SzXQTRt via @GIPHY Just to sum up, my personality #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Welcome back Tristan! Good to have you here! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrMillerReads

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

You are AWESOME!!! #XPLAP

In reply to @supervxn

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey #xplap! Stella here, I teach 7th Grade Science in KY.

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Going pretty awesome! How about you? #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Welcome Shannon! #XPLAP

In reply to @shan_bishop

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

So glad you are safe and sound, Adam! #xplap

In reply to @MrPowley

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Nick Davis 6th grade teacher from Iowa! I hope everyone is having a great start to the school year #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

HI Brian! Great to have you here tonight! #XPLAP

In reply to @LachapelleB

BocksTech Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Bit late, but here I am! Shannon from Denver needing more hours in a day. #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hey Nick!!! Hope you are as well. :) #XPLAP

In reply to @Slapshot99

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Thanks. We are talking storylines this week! Hope to see everyone this week! #xplap #xplapcamp

In reply to @mrmatera, @tishrich

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Yeah! Stella is back in the saddle of #XPLAP Great to have you here friend!

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Tristan! Great to have you here tonight! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrMillerReads

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hey hey #XPLAP high school teacher librarian. Glad to join. The awesome!

mshallmath Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi there! Ms math and leadership teacher from Southern Oregon #xplap

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

NO KIDDING! I hear you. Who needs to sleep, right? #xplap

In reply to @BocksTech

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Loved the episode today! I will leave a comment about that Easter Egg! Love it when @heckawesome is on the podcast. :) #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera, @HeckAwesome

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi Shannon! Great to have you joining in tonight! #XPLAP

In reply to @shan_bishop

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Welcome Ms Hall, great to have you here on #XPLAP

In reply to @mshallmath

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi my friend! So glad you are here! #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Here's Q1 on #xplap! Join us!

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

She is seriously dynamite! Thanks for listening! #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @HeckAwesome

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

So glad you are here. We still need to connect sometime. I learn a lot from you in the chats! #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi, my friend! How are you? #XPLAP

In reply to @Slapshot99

BocksTech Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Tomorrow's going to be all kinds of coffee! Let's hope the teacher-bladder-gods smile upon me >_< #xplap

In reply to @EricJBentley

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Always happy to be here to be in the presence of this wonderful #Pln #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Andrea Amel, middle school Spanish Appleton WI #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

LOL I seriously cackled. #XPLAP

In reply to @BocksTech, @EricJBentley

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Yay! So great to see you tonight, Brittany! Miss ya! #xplap

In reply to @mshallmath

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

#xplap A1 I told them how I loved playing video games during the summer all the aspects I enjoyed - leveling up, collecting points and then

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: An opening narrative; preferably video. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

I learn a lot from you as well. Do you use Voxer? #XPLAP

In reply to @PerkyScience

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hi Andrea! So glad you are here! #XPLAP

In reply to @amelandrea79

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 - Just finished making teams for our game. 99% are into it. Built it up with my nerdiness and the story for the game. #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 #xplap asked, "What if school were like a game?" Their eyes lit up when I said, "This class is." And then launched my trailer

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I make my game optional, but so full of fun, who wouldn’t want to join in the action!!! #XPLAP

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:08 PM EDT

I use group dynamics/initiatives that require participation #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

BocksTech Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Haha! There seems to be a deity for everything else, why not that, too? :) #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: It all starts with a theme. We also bring in characters from our school. Today, we had a movie trailer w/admin as guest stars. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: I created a digital Escape Room for our first day that went through rules, procedures, & syllabus. They loved it! #XPLAP

mshallmath Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Yay so excited to be here! I love chatting with all of you passionate teachers! 💕👊🏻✨#xplap

In reply to @tishrich

BocksTech Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I use that gif SO OFTEN. Probably 4 times this week already #xplap

In reply to @shan_bishop, @EricJBentley

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 Building in easy fun activties to earn experience early on. Also, giving kids a glimpse of first items and webpage. #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I haven’t ever had someone say, “I don’t want to play.” #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 I found it was important to get them involved by earning XP or building their part or something active. #XPLAP

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Excellent idea! I made one for the beginning of the year, but now I'll make a trailer for the game. #xplap

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @tishrich

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I try to get them playing day 1. Earn XP, , GOLD, hear the narrative. I start with an intro to the storyline first day in a video #xplap

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I'm late but I'm here! I'm Jen, a 6th grade English Teacher from IN #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Great job! I love that you fully invested yourself into the creation… This level of authenticity is what will make the difference #xplap

In reply to @LachapelleB

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Masterchef auditions! Ss learn PDL w/ lots of mini challenges for ?XP Top XP will be team ldrs for draft pick of teams. #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Those who don't seem totally into the game yet did not say they don't want to play.Taking that as a good thing.Gotta get them hooked #XPLAP

MrMillerReads Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#XPLAP A1 This year I mentioned elements that would attract all types, leader boards, battles secret missions, group projects

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

So glad to have you here Jennifer! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hi everyone, Steve from Melb, Australia. A positive of being unwell is I can join in for once as normally T'ing at this time. #pumped #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 cont: Showed my trailer on 1st day too! They loved it! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: I have them do a @breakoutedu and break into my game and they are instantly hooked. #xplap

mshallmath Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: I did an intro video and am going to slowly start leaking my badges (XP) #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#xplap A1 They were pumped! Every assignment = game points https://t.co/2jQcyOCFl3 via @GIPHY

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I never have, but I am open to learning. #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: maybe a breakout with an invite or ticket to the game, movie trailer is good too #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Glad to have you here Steve! Thanks for the shout out for #XPLAP from the down under!

In reply to @mrstevecrowe

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#xplap Trying to draw them in from the hallway and have them wondering what's going on in there.

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

OMG! I love that you did this! Want to hear more! #XPLAP

In reply to @levondavickery

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

It’s like a “walkie talkie” but a lot of educators use it. There’s an app and also a website! #XPLAP

In reply to @PerkyScience

mshallmath Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I loved how easy making my trailer with iMovie was!!!! #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

School already is a game... Just a badly designed one... We can do better... Many kf us are trying #xplap

In reply to @jellison23

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Do share? #xplap

In reply to @mshallmath

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Thank you! I really appreciate that! Though some are skeptical,there is a lot of excitement in general. It is going to be fun! #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Love the Totem theme you went with! Great job LeVonda! Glad to see it take shape! #XPLAP

In reply to @levondavickery

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Reggie from CA. 7-8 SS, 9 ELA #xplap

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Peter from rainy & unseasonably cool Birmingham, AL joining late. I teach elementary #physed #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

That is totally true! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrPowley, @jellison23

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Thought: @MatthewFarber suggested a game version not based on rewards but on excellent narrative and student choice. Is that doable? #xplap

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yep, the cheese is real... along with my palm tree over the sink telling them not to forget to Wash their Palms, lol. #xplap

In reply to @mrmatera

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Trailers are the best way to get S's interested...anticipating and wanting more. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1: I used game cards at orientation to invite my Ss to the game! The QR was a warning from a stranger & the link was a battle test #xplap

MrsLedford6Eng Aug 7 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: At orientation I handed my new Ss a "game ticket"... This was their intro into my classroom game! #tlap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Great idea, Andrea! #XPLAP

In reply to @amelandrea79

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1: Pretending that the game is Real (the fictional universe 'actually exists) But also being honest. "It's a game!" Success varied. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#XPLAP crew is awesome... Love seeing all the shout outs to each other tonight... This community is more than just answer? It is support 2

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:13 PM EDT

If y'all are considering Voxer for #gamfication talk, I want in plz? #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q2 launching now on #xplap !

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1: Character Cards: https://t.co/oHpH962ZET #XPLAP

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Hey #xplap crew! Little late and in and out again tonight :( Glad to be here when I can! Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher in S Oregon

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1: I make my game optional. Most students participated last year. I've got a few this year that don't seem interested. #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I would love to have this happen! @mrmatera @tishrich is this already a thing? #XPLAP

In reply to @EricJBentley, @PerkyScience, @mrmatera, @tishrich

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

#xplap A2 We are on week 4. I teach the entire school so every class is invested in Blast Off. Each homeroom is a space station

teachlikeaninja Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A1: Played the trailer. Then dropped in some coordinates for locations the villain is hiding at (setting for our 1st novel) #xplap

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Read that in Gamify Your Classroom. So true. #XPLAP

In reply to @MrPowley, @jellison23

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I will get with my IT person and learn it. Definitely open to a #gamification talk. #XPLAP

In reply to @EricJBentley, @Stella_Pollard

teachlikeaninja Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1: We also took the awesome gif Bartle Test. Kids we cracking up. #xplap

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1 Love launch videos to get them into the game. #XPLAP @msqrdme

BocksTech Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Me too! But idk what Voxer is. What do? #xplap

In reply to @EricJBentley, @Stella_Pollard, @PerkyScience

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#xplap A2 but only have 6 crews (guilds) so students can win two ways and across grade levels

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: I go with slowly releasing the game to them. One bit at a time… Makes it like a #TLAP hook. Like I am telling them a new secret! #XPLAP

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 - our class is super open. I make extra effort to let students know that they can ask any questions. This helps with game q's #XPLAP

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: I guess I would try to use analogies to familiar games that use same mechanics but explain what's different in class context #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

#xplap A2 Everyone is in so there's lots of talk together. We announce Leaders each week at flag salute

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A1: Onboarding video, NASA official badges to wear starting the first day with official ceremony! #xplap

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

My Ss are starting their "Double S Time Machine Training" tomorrow for Virtual Day! I'm excited! #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Have it on the Google Sites, create infographics for the games, create *cheat sheets, give small pieces to begin with. #XPLAP

teachforthought Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Sean here, late and just wanted to say hi! Spending some “me time “ with my pup and the Apple Keynote! #xplap

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

We already have one… Give me your voxer names and I will add you! #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley, @PerkyScience, @tishrich

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Through chatting with #XPLAP people, decided to do this as well. Only let out some of the rules and they will learn the rest through play.

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2: I go with slowly releasing the game to them. One bit at a time… Makes it like a #TLAP hook. Like I am telling them a new secret! #XPLAP

teachforthought Sep 12 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Sean here, late and just wanted to say hi! Spending some “me time “ with my pup and the Apple Keynote! #xplap

MrMillerReads Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

#XPLAP a2 friends who are gamers! They are happy to help

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A1: I told my Ss learning IS fun, and that as soon as they walked in, they became players in a game. Eyes lit up, hands were raised #xplap

teachforthought Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Sean here, late and just wanted to say hi! Spending some “me time “ with my pup and the Apple Keynote! #xplap

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 Build in tutorial activities that break some of these down. Also, put some info on our site. Kids will teach each other too! #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Mine is stellapollard !!! So exciting #xplap

In reply to @mrmatera, @EricJBentley, @PerkyScience, @tishrich

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I have an XP chart with some ways students can earn XP, also have an outline of the game on the wall and on the site #xplap

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I hadn't thought of "cheet sheets". Can you share an example? I am intrigued. #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I team up Ss w/ a small group support system so no one gets left behind. maybe like @mrmatera guilds? #xplap

In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Nice! #XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Glad to have you here @teachforthought on #XPLAP it is so fun to chat with you each week!

In reply to @teachforthought, @teachforthought

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: I launch promo & do lots of team building 1st 2 weeks and hand out ? XP for winning teams to get buy in. 3rd week give more info. #xplap

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I am creating an account now! #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera, @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley, @tishrich

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 #xplap also included group benefits when one student achieves - #everybodywins

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:18 PM EDT

The #xplap Voxer chat is a bit slow right now. Would be great to get some new voices in there.

In reply to @PerkyScience, @EricJBentley, @Stella_Pollard

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A2:I have Ss explore the World of Factions going on small quests like making avatars, marshmallow challenge, crests, capture the flag #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Awesome job Heather! #XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

They just have how to earn XP, how to lose HP, how to gain Attack powers, and how to get gold/what it can buy etc. :-) #XPLAP

In reply to @PerkyScience

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I did this on @canva! #XPLAP

In reply to @PerkyScience, @canva

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

I so want to use this but the language is too hard for too many of my elem Ss. #xplap

In reply to @teachlikeaninja

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Great! So what's the order of revealing the "secrets"? #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT

#xplap Most of my kids play video games so they are pretty much clear https://t.co/7pU30I17BH via @GIPHY

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A2: I send home a "strategy guide" for Ss & Ps. I also spend a good 2 weeks onboarding w/ activities that introduce mechanics #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Make one for your elementary kids in a Google Form! #XPLAP

In reply to @EricJBentley, @teachlikeaninja

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT

omg this is funny! Bet the kids loved it! #xplap

In reply to @KatieJMcNamara, @msqrdme

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Q3 coming right up on #xplap ! Join us

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Here's Q3! #xplap

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Right, which is why digital game-based learning is so natural for S's. #XPLAP

In reply to @jellison23, @GIPHY

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:21 PM EDT

.@teachlikeaninja Every class did the bartle test with the gifs too! Had to tell them to not get too distracted by them though :) #XPLAP

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Oh boy: Pos/Neg - Too much good stuff here. I'm 4, now 5 min behind #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Q3: Facing this right now in my class. Some Ss want game items but not the work to earn them… Must encourage them to leave a legacy! #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3 #xplap just launched our 1st side quest and made the achievement bar high! Principal even recorded a vid to into it

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

First photo of a student on my legacy wall for her work on her journal. Others took note. #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: Ss can redo side quests as many times as possible to get their best quality work. Anything less than best quality will get 0 XP. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

#xplap A3 Students must earn great behavior tokens from OTHER teachers https://t.co/S1TbklSCrJ via @GIPHY

teachlikeaninja Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: My first side quest is a math quest. Very clear right or wrong answers. Helps make expectations clear. #xplap

hoxiery Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3 that first side quest can be the base line for future work. Acknowledge the work put in but reinforce quality work #XPLAP

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: enthusiastically telling them great start and ask what they would do to take it even further or a leading question #xplap

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: My side quests don't have any specific XP. Instead we give the amount of XP that matches the effort/time put into it as a class #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: That is happening right now in my class, we have conversations about giving maximum effort and looking at requirements #xplap

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 I conference constantly. From day 1 my Ss expect feedback. A mix of specific praise and suggestion. Done right its a + for all #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

I have been Vlogging about it on https://t.co/NiY28W2UJS subscribe and follow along! #XPLAP

In reply to @supervxn

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 Let kids know that points are variable. Item/ badge bonuses for outstanding sidequests. Make sure sidequest work has an audience. #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 #xplap and the amount the earn is "unknown" because the badge is LEGENDARY

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Like a Hall of Fame? #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 = They only get one shot to turn side missions in so they need to make it their best. They need to be a level 2 to do them as well #XPLAP

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I'm subscribed, but I didn't get a notification for some reason.... #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Versus other classes? #XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 Guide student reflection. They are usually harder than I would be. #XPLAP

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

That is like mine. I asked my Ls what they felt they earned based on a scale. Most were below what I thought. So good to add on! #XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

My Youtube video explains how this Legacy Wall works! https://t.co/amuOkppoXx Subscribe and share! #XPLAP

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

There is an ability of one of the character choices in the game to re-do side missions and there is an item that allows it as well. #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3 #xplap trying to tie our sidequest to schoolwide cooperative culture goals and getting other teachers for the launch

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Hello #xplap peeps. Hope everyone is safe & sound w/all the Hurricanes hitting the lower portion of the USA. Michele, 8th grade ELA Ts in NY

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I threw down a challenge today to have them teach our safety lesson in a better way than mine. We'll see tomorrow. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Excited to have you connect to the channel… Love building a thriving channel with you all! #XPLAP power in video format! It has been fun!

In reply to @shan_bishop, @supervxn

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #xplap

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I spend 12 hrs in the car on Sundays traveling the state helping people w/ TBI/cerebralpalsy/etc drive. Lots of time to talk/think #xplap

In reply to @coachpvg, @PerkyScience, @Stella_Pollard

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3: I have an exemplar board where Ss who's work is displayed on the board get's 200 XP #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

#xplap A3 trying to make the work = to the badge #hardwork https://t.co/6YsI7fLchl via @GIPHY

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Q4 the plan is to make some badges, items, missions available to certain rank on leaderboard. Hope it will keep all in the game. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: A great life jacket I offer in my game is an item called a steed! These add 1-5 depending which color to your current level. Pt1 #XPLAP

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: I told Ss yesterday that we were going to reset the XP at the end of each of our 4 units to give everyone a fair chance. #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: Include special Easter Eggs to give them a chance to catch up! Maybe give them extra hints on how to find them? #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Pt2: This means kids can use more powerful items that our out of their current abilities… helps them jump start their game… #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Love this! I could do this with Twitter! Those tweetworthy food pics get XP. Great idea! #xplap

In reply to @TeachingFactor

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4 Offer specific opportunities for lower level players. Buddy quests/ coaching opportunities from stronger players in the guild. #XPLAP

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Love challenges against students #xplap

In reply to @levondavickery

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4 #xplap I use @mrmatera AWESOME spreadsheet to track and can add/sub scores to keep it tightly competitive - can catch Ss up

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4: I'm hoping to offer "space jumps" and "black holes" this year as ways for Ss behind to catch up. Only offered to Ss below ## XP #XPLAP

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Our game has loads of built in extras in which they can earn XP. They are optional, but allow a lot more opportunity if they want. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

This is one of my favorites! But, they all are a must watch! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:25 PM EDT

My Youtube video explains how this Legacy Wall works! https://t.co/amuOkppoXx Subscribe and share! #XPLAP
In reply to @WiseDad_Games

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4: I offer specific side quests to players in the bottom 25% of XP. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thanks much… You guys can find the sheet on https://t.co/6zzWNxkne9 check it out… Helps my game soooo much! #XPLAP

In reply to @jellison23

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:30 PM EDT

That is an awesome idea because it allows everyone a do over #xplap

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: I told Ss yesterday that we were going to reset the XP at the end of each of our 4 units to give everyone a fair chance. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A4: I reset each unit in Masterchef. Start back at zero. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A4 cont: In food truck race, I give opp for teams in lower ranking of score board to earn bonus if 1st or 2nd in regional challenge. #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:30 PM EDT

I start every class with the house XP on display #xplap Ss run into to see who is ahead right now!

In reply to @mrmatera

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A4: This is a great opportunity for a powerup such as earning double XP #xplap

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:31 PM EDT

Good idea! @BocksTech can you do this for me in your free time? :-) Seriously, I need to make an audio vers from @teachforthought 's #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @teachlikeaninja, @BocksTech, @teachforthought

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A4: spitballin'...but maybe sort of an "apprentice" or "boot camp" item that would allow for intense training and good XP #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A4 #xplap also have special levels - if ONE S gets to Astronaut - everyone in their class gains 500xp #wintogether

hoxiery Sep 12 @ 10:32 PM EDT

A4 situational power ups for new Ss tied to getting to know their new school and class #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:32 PM EDT

I like the idea… Students that can make it through boot camp can get a reward….They have earned this distinction… #XPLAP

In reply to @amelandrea79

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:32 PM EDT

One of my #side quest challenges! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Q5 launching now on #xplap

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A3: making announcements through Google Classroom and displaying an example of a side quest can work too. #xplap

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I like how this helps other players. What a great way to build community. #XPLAP

In reply to @jellison23

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I should have added side quest submissions** This is a student’s work! #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:32 PM EDT

One of my #side quest challenges! #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:34 PM EDT

I really want to teach my students to celebrate others success #xplap

In reply to @PerkyScience

mshallmath Sep 12 @ 10:34 PM EDT

I LOVE this idea! #xplap

In reply to @coachpvg

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A4: The top 5 guilds get a power card & the bottom 5 get a curse card! XP & challenges are everywhere so the board always changes! #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A5 #xplap my basic "quests" are my reg assignments in my tech lab so all Ss get support and everyone can earn the pts

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

This looks so good. It is so fun when Ss go beyond our expectations. #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

A5 this reminds me of the OP concept in some games.some cards/player types are overpowered & when realized get banned from comp play #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

A5: I differentiate for Ss based on needs. That goes for gamification as well. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

A5: This is where easter eggs & scratch offs come in handy or sometimes I throw out a clue to all on @RemindHQ or @twitter to help Ss #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

I love it. It makes me smile so much! #XPLAP

In reply to @PerkyScience

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

I need to add scratch offs to my game this year. #XPLAP

In reply to @TeachingFactor, @RemindHQ, @Twitter

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5 #xplap I have Hall of Fame in my classroom which highlights leaders AND Outstanding Player - someone who shows GRIT

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5 That discussion w/ Ss that it's fair when everyone is getting what they need. Ss usually respond to and respect that. #xplap

hoxiery Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5 we continue to differentiate our instruction to reach all learners #xplap

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5: maybe emphasizing solidarity and giving team/house members opportunities to succeed could result in an inter-guild achievement #xplap

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5: being a #physed teacher I will often give hints/help after some physical task has been completed. #xplap

shan_bishop Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Where do I go to read about how to start #XPLAP ?

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A5 #xplap also this is my FIRST attempt at #gamified life so I am keeping it simple

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Ideas like this are neat b/cthose in the lead won't just coast. Gives those behind a shot and those in front keep working to stay. #XPLAP

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:37 PM EDT

My side quest are always choice projects where students can showcase their strengths & knowledge #xplap

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Jumping in for as long as the tootpicks holding my eyes open will stay... I miss all of you so!!! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A5: I sometimes give all classes the hint but make it seem like a secret… Builds the suspense and the solidarity of the teams… #XPLAP

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A5 in some respect the need,for assistance is a time penalty #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:37 PM EDT

#xplap A5 taking it slow - kind of - My whole class is a game now https://t.co/WcITPoftru via @GIPHY

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Get the ones bigger than one inch because those are way too small unless you are hiding one number #xplap

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:35 PM EDT

I need to add scratch offs to my game this year. #XPLAP
In reply to @TeachingFactor, @RemindHQ, @Twitter

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Shannon, great question… I would of course pick up https://t.co/Tsw7O62uSg and also check out https://t.co/QYNLjRb1cp #xplap

In reply to @shan_bishop

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A5: Collaborative bonuses e.g. everyone in class gets 100 XP & 25 gold if everyone completes a side quest during a unit #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

WE miss you, too! But we love hearing your voice on the podcast. YOU ROCK! Hope all is well. #XPLAP

In reply to @HeckAwesome

hmarrs24 Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Sorry guys! It's bedtime for the little ones! I'll jump back in if I have time! Anyone else have starving kids at bedtime?? Haha! #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

i think I want to make my own, I think there’s a way to do that. #XPLAP

In reply to @TeachingFactor

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Exactly! I want to think of my game as "The Amazing Race" it's anybody's game and anything can happen! #xplap

In reply to @LachapelleB

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Launched my side quest this way - trailer starts, "YOUR station has been selected for a SECRET badge" #xplap but I showed it to everyone

In reply to @mrmatera

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

I'm right there with you Carrie. #XPLAP

In reply to @HeckAwesome

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:38 PM EDT

a5: I seperate skills from knowledge - Badges for Knowledge, XP and rewards for skills #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Q6 launching on #xplap !

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A5, P.2: also 100 XP & 50 gold if everyone in a guild completes a side quest #XPLAP

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Always want a snack when it's time for bed. #XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Badges or super special currency for specific skills or behavior can have a great impact too #JumpingIn #XPLAP

In reply to @jellison23, @PerkyScience

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Well, no, but NOW I WANT TOO! A6 #xplap #learning #newbie #alsoiamheckaoldbutreadytolearn

In reply to @tishrich

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Loaded Q ;) @mrmatera book is great. Multiplayer Classroom is a classic. @kkapp is good. @daverage @avantgame. Lots of bloggers here #xplap

In reply to @shan_bishop, @mrmatera, @kkapp, @DaveRage, @avantgame

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Yes! They had a choice between Canva, Google Drawings, or Paper. She chose Canva! #XPLAP

In reply to @Slapshot99

KathiSueSummers Sep 12 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Sorry I haven't been involved tonight. I have been lurking. Had to take care of some family stuff. #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A6 -Students can do a reflection on @FreshGrade or @Flipgrid. Each time they do, they earn more XP. Optional, but could be big gains. #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A6: badges are worth a hidden amount of XP #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:41 PM EDT

This can also be great for students who might need more guidance or specific focus for their participation in a game #Jumpingin #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera, @amelandrea79

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A5: I thought that each S will define their goal and milestones for XP and rewards but I'm afraid I won't keep track. Ideas any1? #xplap

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:41 PM EDT

A5: creating a puzzle. S's work together to find a code that unlocks the "help" required. Wix password protect feature is gr8! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

I know right… That is how I feel each week with all of #XPLAP great answers… Truly this group is a game changer!

In reply to @jellison23, @tishrich

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

I sometimes throw out 100xp to the class who transitions from tables to computers fastest & quietest or who has best ninja entrance. #xplap

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Don't remember who gave me this idea, so I can't tag them unfortunately. Anyway, thanks to all my #gamification #gbl tribe! #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

A6 an occasionally hidden truth to up effort. Only one group A awarded for task. Don't share there can be several A- #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Q6 launching on #xplap !

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

I only shared it with the bottom group. #XPLAP

In reply to @mrstevecrowe

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Well, yes, but I am actually, hecka old. I had an Atari 64 #OLD #xplap

In reply to @mrmatera, @tishrich

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:43 PM EDT

https://t.co/rf401jnGhg It looks pretty cheap, to be honest! :) #XPLAP

In reply to @EricJBentley, @TeachingFactor

MrPowley Sep 12 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A6 with my avatars ss have to choose 1 of 6. Narrows their gameplay and game play #xplap https://t.co/nsYRgndSYq

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A7: give powerups to Ss that are in the bottom half of the leaderboard & also they must paiir up with the top half to do a quest #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A6: I offer several “Swords in the Stone” type items/events… This can really pull in those who thought they were out! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

Every week things change up & sometimes there are perks for being the underdog & other times perks for the top players #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

I love the two tools and this allows them to be incorporated more often.Thought was worth a try. Gives students a lot of voice too. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich, @FreshGrade, @Flipgrid

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

LOVE THIS #xplap #beenboth

In reply to @TeachingFactor

r3gwr1ght Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A6: All items have a limited quantity in my game. Increases supply/demand & encourages trading & strategy #XPLAP

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A6 I hadn't thought of this either. Maybe an item that acts as a multiplier for quests, but can only be used by lower level players. #xplap

jamiewilliams99 Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

Hey fellow teachers, join me in bringing back a playful spirit in the classroom with #XPLAP. https://t.co/Li6OsYED9M

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

#XPLAP

In reply to @hmarrs24

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A6: My power cards. They are given to top guilds and those who level up! I also have temptation cards to level the field #XPLAP

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:45 PM EDT

A6 We'll have single, team and class rewards. If the team is 1st on leaderboard they all get a reward. Class has to cross an XP limit #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Here's Q7! #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:46 PM EDT

#xplap next week launching my Kindness Quest - with help from @LifeVestInside - badge IF you use 3 kindness cards and share 3 kindness cards

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:46 PM EDT

I'm gonna have a S keep track becuase we also have class XP. #xplap

In reply to @mrstevecrowe

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:46 PM EDT

I have a friend who makes them but I bought 200 pack on Amazon < $10. My Ss didn't know they were scratch offs & peeled off instead #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Thanks my friend! #XPLAP

In reply to @Slapshot99

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

@levondavickery reset may feel fair but dont be fearful of Ss grit and enduring and what we learn as game designers by engaging all #XPLAP

In reply to @TeachingFactor, @levondavickery

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Looks like we have a duplicate! Here's Q8! #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

LIke the idea, but do I want to encourage them to think of scratchers are a good thing? lol #xplap

In reply to @TeachingFactor, @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

That’s a great deal! I like the idea of being able to personalize them, though. #XPLAP

In reply to @TeachingFactor, @EricJBentley

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Hey #XPLAP community! Hoping to connect with more of you… If you could, subscribe to my YouTube channel! https://t.co/NiY28W2UJS

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

I even delivered it like a secret. I hand delivered sealed notes to players in the bottom 25%. Used a spy theme last year. #XPLAP

In reply to @mrstevecrowe

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

#xplap A8 gain points by helping others - Kindness Quest, and gain points when other's succeed

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Your hair cut makes you look like a different person! #XPLAP

In reply to @mrmatera

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A8 - Didn't really think about this. Gonna make a badge and some items to bring this in. Just when I thought all items were finished #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Looks like we have a duplicate! Here's Q8! #xplap

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A8: We have team XP. The first team on the leaderboard gets to share any reward one of them has. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

It has been fun… I also lost about 20 LBs #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:48 PM EDT

A8: Don't have an answer, but What a GREAT Question!!! #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Hidden cards that if found can be unlocked to give an advantage to the player but might send a consequence to rest of the class. #xplap

In reply to @tishrich

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A8: Mages in my game are allowed to use their AP to give other teammates an XP boost. #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A5: consider repeating a task / challenge. Repeation and experience learning empowers all...also teaches endurance and risk taking #XPLAP

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

DUDE. I need to lose 20 lbs… But pizza. #XPLAP For real, you look great!

In reply to @mrmatera

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A7: 1/2 Secret Agents! Only 13 S's could become a SA. 1st 13 to break a code jumped up levels. The engagement was huge. S didn't know #XPLAP

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A8 #xplap Also if a S suggest that something should be a badge, and I agree they can earn a Designers Badge which they share with their crew

psamel Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A8 Guilds or small groups are good for helping others. Emphasis and recognition of social skills within the game too. #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Ooooh!! That is a good idea! #XPLAP

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @tishrich

KatieJMcNamara Sep 12 @ 10:49 PM EDT

Anything detectivish gets them excited #xplap

In reply to @coachpvg, @mrstevecrowe

hoxiery Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A8 kids love to help Use that built in character trait to build community and lift each other up #xplap

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

I know, I thought am I teaching Ss 2 play scratch off lottery? I use as mystery bonus cards during boss battles & other quick fires #xplap

In reply to @jellison23, @Stella_Pollard, @EricJBentley

WiseDad_Games Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A8: Special items/power like medic/healer to give other S XP, etc. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A8: In my game they are all working together to beat the game #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Funny, I lost it while eating more pizza then ever! #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

amelandrea79 Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

A8: some of that is inherent in having a team or guild, I would guess...I guess team building activities to reinforce #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Q6 will be last tonight! Gotta keep you on your toes #xplap ! Coming up in just 2 minutes!

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Don’t call them scratch offs, just call them something like mystery cards! #XPLAP

In reply to @TeachingFactor, @jellison23, @EricJBentley

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:51 PM EDT

WHATTTTT. Now I’m angry lol. #XPLAP I need your pizza recipes!

In reply to @mrmatera

mrstevecrowe Sep 12 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A7: 2/2 who was a SA either. It was secret. It lasted for about a week til word got out. We even had a secret meeting. So cool! #XPLAP

WattersEdu Sep 12 @ 10:51 PM EDT

Been lurking. Just wanted to say hi and thank you for all the info! Started reading the book today. I'm going all in on a unit! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A8: I love running Boss Battles… Students can help block and defend other against these game pitfalls #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:51 PM EDT

https://t.co/NdNEF085o7 These are new #xplap

In reply to @EricJBentley, @Stella_Pollard

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Sounds awesome! can you please specify? #xplap

In reply to @Slapshot99

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

I started playing scratch offs when I was like 3. Haha. I grew up in auctions… #RedneckFamily #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich, @TeachingFactor, @jellison23, @EricJBentley

EDUcre8ive Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Q8: gotta id the leaders and give them a chance to lead. This is one good opp. The team protects the team #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

#xplap A8 trying to create community https://t.co/PVZUvE9ucf via @GIPHY

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Good idea. Reminds me of my new class: STEAM Lab (not Steam room ;-) #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @TeachingFactor, @jellison23

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Great to hear from U… I saw your cover #XPLAP tweet earlier… Glad you could make it tonight to the chat. Stay connected and it will be G8t

In reply to @WattersEdu

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Love using static and consistently placed hints and updates. Visual, repetition and can meet all learners needs #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Awesome! So glad you said hi! Always love to have you in the chat! This is an amazing community! #xplap

In reply to @WattersEdu

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:53 PM EDT

No one wants to hear that their daughter is in the steam room w/ Mr Bentley #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @TeachingFactor, @jellison23

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:53 PM EDT

Okay friends! I’m going to bed. Have a WONDERFUL evening and a great rest of the week. #XPLAP

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:53 PM EDT

You look a bit like Greg Proops. Anyone see a resemblance? #xplap

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @mrmatera

TeachingFactor Sep 12 @ 10:54 PM EDT

Love it, Carrie - Star Wars is your theme this year? #xplap

In reply to @HeckAwesome

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:54 PM EDT

Thanks for joining in the fun of #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:54 PM EDT

So, I'm gonna STEAL THIS IDEA #xplap #gameon

In reply to @HeckAwesome

Stella_Pollard Sep 12 @ 10:54 PM EDT

As always, thanks for all that you do. You are amazing. #XPLAP

In reply to @tishrich

HeckAwesome Sep 12 @ 10:55 PM EDT

LOVE IT!!! #StealingThis #XPLAP

coachpvg Sep 12 @ 10:47 PM EDT

I even delivered it like a secret. I hand delivered sealed notes to players in the bottom 25%. Used a spy theme last year. #XPLAP
In reply to @mrstevecrowe

PerkyScience Sep 12 @ 10:55 PM EDT

Count me in on that! I wasn't going to ask for it, but if you can eat it and lose weight.... #XPLAP

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @mrmatera

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A8 Guilds are so powerful! My Ss design their own guild crests and from their form a team! They win together and lose together! #XPLAP

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Question #xplap ...do any of you hide clues, items, etc in other teachers classrooms? Thought that would be fun for the students. Thoughts?

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

@mrmatera does! #xplap

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Question #xplap ...do any of you hide clues, items, etc in other teachers classrooms? Thought that would be fun for the students. Thoughts?

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

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levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

I started to do that but worried that not all Ss would have that teacher. #xplap

In reply to @LachapelleB

MrsLedford6Eng Sep 12 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Thanks! I actually got it from Big Brother this season!..haha Reality TV for the win! #xplap

In reply to @HeckAwesome

KathiSueSummers Sep 12 @ 10:57 PM EDT

I have teachers that are willing to play. It is fun. Helps for the relationships w/ those teachers too! #xplap

In reply to @LachapelleB

mrmatera - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:57 PM EDT

All the time… I love putting them in the libraryl. Put them in a book, or I just hid one of those hollowed out books there today! #XPLAP

In reply to @LachapelleB

tishrich - Moderator Sep 12 @ 10:57 PM EDT

Thanks @mrmatera for great Q's & slides and honor of co-moderating with you! Love the #xplap community! You all are UH-MAZING! #XPLAP

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:57 PM EDT

That makes sense. Gonna look at the timetable to see. Maybe things just need to be hidden in the open, where anybody can find them. #xplap

In reply to @levondavickery

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Well, I'll definately be checking out @participate for tonight's chat!!! Too much to take in in real time! #xplap

levondavickery Sep 12 @ 10:58 PM EDT

That is for sure!! #xplap

In reply to @EricJBentley, @participate

supervxn Sep 12 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Thanks for a very insightful chat! @tishrich @mrmatera #xplap

jellison23 Sep 12 @ 10:59 PM EDT

#xplap Thanks everyone https://t.co/V4iAtOJhTr via @GIPHY

LachapelleB Sep 12 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Nice! Gonna talk to the librarian in the morning. #xplap

In reply to @mrmatera

EricJBentley Sep 12 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Great Qs @tishrich #xplap