#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday March 8, 2017
8:00 PM EST
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #XPLAP chat! Topic tonight: Sports Rule! Please introduce yourself and share your favorite sport! #tlap #ditchbook #playlap
  • participatechat Mar 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Hi KathiSue here, don't know how long I will make it. Been sick for several days. I am an Oregon Online Teacher and retired MS Admin. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Michael Matera co-host of #XPLAP and Auther of https://t.co/Tsw7O62uSg Excited to be having this chat tonight.
  • ChelsMoyer Mar 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Chelsea, tech integration from Ohio. I'm a baseball girl! #gotribe #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    So excited to get this #xplap party started! Tisha HS Culinary Tr Medford, OR! Track & Field is a fav...grew up on the track w/ dad coach.
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi! Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead 🙂 #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Glad to have you here on #XPLAP and seems like your season is just getting started.
    In reply to @ChelsMoyer
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    #xplap Dean 5th grade from Michigan - aloha #xplap crew!
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Aryah from Maryland. Love playing soccer and watching Bball, March Madness #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Matt Larson. Elem PE, Trenton NJ charter school world #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi Aryah! Great to see you back on #xplap!
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • Meems852 Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello #XPLAP! Amy from Frederick, MD! 7th grade medieval history!!
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Nick instructional coach from Iowa, its hard to to pick just one, I would say hockey and curling. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Matthew Larson! Thanks for joining in the fun tonight on #XPLAP
    In reply to @mlarson_nj
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Carrie Baughcum 6/7/8 Special Education Teacher from Illinois. Favorite sport is Fast Pitch Softball #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    @tishrich great to be here! Busy time for us getting ready to launch! #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich, @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Gina from Cincy. Teach middle school Sci and Ss. Favorite sport: rowing, 4 years in college #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Jay from Omaha, MS science, favorite sport is soccer #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    I was big time softball pitcher and swimmer.#xplap
  • Meems852 Mar 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
    My favorite sport is volleyball!! 😄 #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    @HeckAwesome did you play? #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @HeckAwesome
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Will be in and out tonight due to my daughter coming down with the flu... but I need some XPLAP happiness! I'm Jen from IN #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Big fan of soccer. Fun to play and watch. Nothing better than World Cup in my view. For sports that is... #xplap
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    @MrsLedford6Eng that is some serious dedication! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @MrsLedford6Eng
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    What a great group we have here tonight! Excited to kick off the first question in just a few minutes! #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Thanks all! Honestly this is my first Twitter chat so woohoo! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    That is awesome Gina #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • burgessdave Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Thanks for this, Jon! #tlap #LearnLAP #XPLAP #PlayLAP #LeadLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
    @mrmatera Agree! too bad its only once every 4 years. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @mrmatera
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Can't beat basketball... go #celtics #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Adam MS SS teacher favorite sport is wrestling. Played and coached for awhile #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Nick Baskwill NS Canada basketball is top for me! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Part of what makes it epic and global. Truly a world cup #XPLAP
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Just getting started on #XPLAP! Please join us for Sports Rule! #tlap #ditchbook #kidsdeserveit #immooc #playlap #gamification #gbl
  • jkervs Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hi folks! Jumping in a bit late! Jocelyn, HS Music, Toronto. Gotta love hockey!! #xplap
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    #xplap - fav sport to watch - my kids playing soccer (son was 2x state champ!), fav 2 play, hockey, shout out to @Slapshot99 @MrBaskwill ,eh
    In reply to @Slapshot99, @MrBaskwill
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Well extra big welcome! #XPLAP is a fun community to join.
    In reply to @mlarson_nj
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
    @mrmatera Probably the only time I am a raving patriotic lunatic. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @mrmatera
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
    woo hoo!! Way to jump in! Ask if you need anything... this is just a fantastic group!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mlarson_nj
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
    favorite sport by far football! Go Vikings #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
    It's kick off! Here's the 1st question of the night on #XPLAP!
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hey gamifiers! Mike Ginicola here, K-6 PE and health in CT. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
    I love cross country! I ran in MS, HS, and college... now I coach! #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #xplap A1. I like getting kids to be succinct - limited # of words to answer question, going over gets penalties!
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: Can be number of Q's to advance to next quest or level, or what is needed to beat a boss or unlock a code #xplap
  • jkervs Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Lol! I know, right?! #XPLAP
    In reply to @maestrolinville
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: IMO the idea is to break up long term assignments with shorter goals. Make it digestable. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: You could do something like in 4 regular assignments you must have earned so many points to unlock a power. #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
    can be number of challenges to level up to next task/activity #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A challenge with a team where you have x try's to get so many points or the other team takes over #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    @meyerisland thats awesome to start that in 5th grade..critical thinking! #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @meyerisland
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Love it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1 - I use activity lists to differentiat my classroom - I could weight each assignment choice with a set number of gridiron "yards" #xplap
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: Any time of time requirement or specific requirement of a task adds an element of pressure to a game element #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    @SoperWritings thats great. I bet the kids really respond to that. #XPLAP
    In reply to @SoperWritings, @SoperWritings
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: certain skills showcased in 4 downs, if you demonstrate them, go for the TD w/task combining all 4 those skills #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: Break major project into 4 segments. This helps Ss not feel overwhelmed. #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 I have Ss complete a hero's journal #hyperdocs, they have to complete each section before moving onto the next #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: You have 4 mins to answer as many questions as you can, if you get 10 right, you get a second round of 10. See how far you go? #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Ss have to defeat so many dragons within a certain period of time #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    students could have to get so far or they have will have to restart in some way #xplap
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1) X amount of chances to complete an activity. Maybe 3 chances to balance a chemical equation to advance. #xplap
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    What's up Game Masters?! Edward from Long Beach, CA here to play. "Turn Your Classroom into a Game!" https://t.co/By2lQV3cMM #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    @HeckAwesome Truth is in the real world succinct=success so its great modeling. #XPLAP
    In reply to @HeckAwesome, @HeckAwesome
  • rice_julie Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Headed to support our girls bball team tonight!! Have a great chat! #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Adding a little bit of pressure is a great way to amp up a game if it slows down a little #XPLAP
    • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
      A1: Any time of time requirement or specific requirement of a task adds an element of pressure to a game element #XPLAP
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 Definitely something like defeating a certain # of enemies to advance to next skill in class. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Everyone welcome @melandbrad97 as she is another first time #XPLAP chatter. Show her what a great group we are. Welcome Melanie!
    In reply to @melandbrad97
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Started this semester that if they earn MC status 3 times in semester they get pic on wall of MC legends & personalized apron. #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    was thinking along same lines. after 3/4 chances have a "penalty" assignment to regain 4 more tries #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Loving it! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    It would be a nice way to reward students for tackling (pun intended) more challenging options #xplap #latic
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    @meyerisland wow! I'd love to see your classroom. #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @meyerisland
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    this is a cool idea #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1 Stacking correct answers in a row. Each allows some small element of power. #xplap
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Thought I'd try this chat. Greetings from TN 6thELA. What's question 1? :) #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
    I have my kids keep a journal on google slides that I check before they can move on in the journey. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Welcome from a native TN person living in OR. #XPLAP
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Wow! So many touchdowns already! Q2 coming up in just a moment! Great time to join us on #XPLAP! #edchat #gbl
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    That is one of the many things so great about gamification. Ss will try over and over again to get it right. #xplap
    • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
      A1) X amount of chances to complete an activity. Maybe 3 chances to balance a chemical equation to advance. #xplap
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: have teams in your class have 4 attempts to earn privilege and if they can't the next teams gets to try #turnover #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Defense answers questions and so does offense at the same time. Number right after the other is yards lost or gained. #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    I like how everyone is introducing competition as the key ingredient to challenging S's #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Welcome Maury, this is a great community and lots of ideas! #xplap
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    welcome to an incredibly talented, motivated, and highly stimulating #xplap crew
    In reply to @mrmatera, @melandbrad97
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
    @themaurywood #XPLAP
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Here's Q2 of the night on #XPLAP!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Welcome to #XPLAP Maury. Great community. First question is how could we build in a 4 downs football concept
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Michele, 8th grade ELA Teacher in NY Glad to join the #xplap crew and conversation
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1 Ss have 4 "plays" to earn pts for assignment, if they turn over it becomes new task which could be harder (or easier) to earn pts. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Love this idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A2 eliminate verbal communication! need to find another way #xplap
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
    I made up a game called Nemesis. One on one competition, Different versions. babyfood, doughnut, pie face, karaoke #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: A write around is a great technique to incorporate a "no talking" rule for the day #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    I think you can always bring out the best with a little fun competition #xplap
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Limit the use of certain utensils. They have to earn ability to use items such as whisk, spoon, etc. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Can be used as a great twist in the game, use off hand for writing or drawing activity or no pencils to write or no tech for help #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Yes! Esp for middle school. Non-verbal communication really shows brains are churning! #XPLAP
    • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
      A2 eliminate verbal communication! need to find another way #xplap
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1, you could use QRcodes down a hallway representing the football field #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Only visual communication can be used. No voice... use apps. #XPLAP
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2 No verbal contact (radio silence mode), blindfolds for sense activities, partners share a hand to become 1 person. #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: four elements that must be incorporated into a #sketchnote or #booksnap #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 could take away one of the senses...blindfold to complete a task. must trust and listen to teammates #xplap
  • jkervs Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Play music from memory / by ear instead of using sheet music! #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    #xplap A2. Maybe a take-off of hear, see, speak no evil where students cannot do one specific task, so they need to be cooperative learners
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    @PhysEdDepot Everyone gets more creative with charades right? #XPLAP
    In reply to @PhysEdDepot, @PhysEdDepot
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Thanks @tishrich Always happy to join and get my dose of #gamification XP from this PLN #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Like to limit their sources by giving them a "resource" book that they can use. #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 if a Ss dominates in some part I will put a handicap card on their desk like can't talk or blindfold depending on the task #xplap
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Any kind of creative project / demonstration of a skill... you could restrict use of a tool/tech to create with #XPLAP
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: have students give peer feedback without talking #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Q2: Play "telephone" research. spread out. 1st Ss has a research Q given to them, whisper to new Sss. Last Ss computer to find A. #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Can you say more about a #booksnap - It sound interesting #xplap
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    @MrBold05 I love the idea of challenging individual S's in real time #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05, @MrBold05
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: I have Ss have a build challenge using Legos to summarize the reading, however they can't communicate. #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 cont. Steps of recipe are missing, have to roll and number rolled is step that is revealed #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    @Slapshot99 nice! In elementary? #XPLAP
    In reply to @Slapshot99, @Slapshot99
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 Also, maybe 2 badges together (1 from each partner) create a new power that only 2 partners or small group can use together. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I do the Lego challenge a lot but never without communicating! Such a great idea! #xplap
    • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
      A2: I have Ss have a build challenge using Legos to summarize the reading, however they can't communicate. #xplap
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2.2: task could ban the use of textbook, notes, internet help to see what students can accomplish from what they remember #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 I make Ss draw visual vocab but they can't use stick figures. Want to draw a person? Draw a representation (Hamilton is $ w legs) #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    even as a team what they can remember and reconstruct! #xplap
    In reply to @MrSteinhauser
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Have half the class in the hall, SS only communicate online to partner SS. to draw a picture given to them. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    #XPLAP is on fire tonight! Q3 coming up in just a minute! Join us #tlap #ditchbook #kidsdeserveit #playlap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 By having different team members solve different parts of a multi step problem without other members help. #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 - I enjoy offering students open-ended tasks where they have to demonstrate their understanding without using words #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
    This is really cool! Such a great way for Ss to partner up with people they may not normally work with. #xplap
    • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
      A2 Also, maybe 2 badges together (1 from each partner) create a new power that only 2 partners or small group can use together. #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    @MrPowley so cool! I bet you've gotten some really creative responses. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrPowley
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Yes, love doing lego challenge for particular scenes from a book or short story. Ss love when I pull out a giant container of legos #xplap
    • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
      I do the Lego challenge a lot but never without communicating! Such a great idea! #xplap
      • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
        A2: I have Ss have a build challenge using Legos to summarize the reading, however they can't communicate. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Thanks much, that is what I love about #XPLAP chat. It forces me to think up great new games.
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 on group challenges will give different groups different supplies to complete the same task and talk about how all are different #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    I recently did 5 Frame Stories where students had to retell a story with 5 photographs. That was a huge challenge w/out words #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
    good life lesson! people don't always have same skills or 'tools' but often expected to complete same task #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Love this idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 we did a collab blind draw at PD. 1 person sees a pic & describes to partner to draw w/out seeing using only partners directions #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    I made it ... I'll be in and out likely. Guess what?! My gamification was featured on Reddit!! 🙀 #xplap Lets do this
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    @mlarson_nj thats why its so valuable to mix up the groups, dont let S's get too comfortable. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mlarson_nj, @MrBold05, @mlarson_nj
  • SpeightEd Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Jumping in late... A1: require access codes or passwords to advance. Something like @iRezzly with prerequisite quests would work too #XPLAP
    In reply to @iRezzly
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    No matter their age, Ss always cheer when Lego comes out! #xplap
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Batter up! Pitching Q3 now! Ready for some home runs! #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    @MrHebertPE congrats! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHebertPE, @MrHebertPE
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Like puzzle pieces. Give each student different piece of puzzle and they have to connect the pieces or connect the dots #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    I tell them stick figures are lazy. Get a lot if SC maps w legs during Civil War unit #xplap
    In reply to @legendlearning
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    LOVE!!!! #XPLAP
    • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2 on group challenges will give different groups different supplies to complete the same task and talk about how all are different #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Thanks! #xplap
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Love it. I have done that in Speech & Debate have Ss give directions how to make a peanut butter & jelly sandwich #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: This is the acceleration question IMO. Get advanced S's to to become student teachers or begin a new project on their own. #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: I have had team games where another team can steal answers if one team takes too long. #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: I'm mimicking hunger game districts in that each guild next year will produce a resource for crafting to be traded and sold #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: An item that allows double XP to be earned within a certain time frame. #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3 con if they don't answer the stolen base in time its back! #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: 1 team on clock to answer Q, other team can steal pts if answer first #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: It would be cool to give Ss the opportunity to steal time after mastering a task. #XPLAP
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A3: Is it cruel to have Ss raid each other's XP or Gold Points? #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Love it... #XPLAP
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: You could have "at bat" activities that if done correctly gives Ss an extra day to complete or or double XP #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3 create a review where students can hold up whiteboards with answer to review ?s before the team who's turn it is #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: I have cards that allow legal cheating like Invisibility Cloak = walk around during a boss battle (test) 😂 #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3: Ss play games created online. Leaves a lot of room for leaders to be overtaken if Ss are not aware of leaderboard and #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3.2 and other player’s location in the game. Virtual game board is always so busy! #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 Also a situation ripe for advancing at home between classes. #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3 thinking games in PE, where teams gather items but can be stolen by other teams if not guarded #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3 I've done a capture the flag game. Each guild has flag w term. If other team can steal w/out getting caught do vis vocab for XP #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    SO cool, I will have to try them out. Thanks for sharing #xplap
    • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
      they are the best and so easy and fun to use! @TaraMartinEDU created them. Ss use @Seesaw or Snapchat to create them
      In reply to @TeachingFactor, @TaraMartinEDU, @Seesaw
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3 Ss can have rare powers to use against the T, like changing class music, forcing a hint on a quiz, asking for extension, etc #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Ss can cast spells on each other if they have a certain item. This item lets them look at their answer for 1 question. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Use a chess clock. If any team goes over 5 minutes to answer questions they lose... #XPLAP
  • EduGladiators Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    💡This week #EduGladiators series "4Cs of Success" continues with CRITICAL THINKING! #NoVAedchat #XPLAP #miched #ONedchat #currichat #csk8
  • Meems852 Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3 my Ss came up with an item that allows them to steal a player's answers/ points during a review challenge without them knowing #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    How does it work? #xplap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    So true! My email is HOT at night with kids working to out do each other before the next morning. One of my fav parts of the game #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Wow! So many home runs! Q4 on deck coming at ya in just a minute! #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
    @RLTaylor94 that's how you know they're really learning! #XPLAP
    In reply to @RLTaylor94, @RLTaylor94
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Now this is awesome! #XPLAP
    • Meems852 Mar 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
      I tell the class at the beginning of the game a guild is using that item. That guild writes down name of person...
      In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrterborg Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Have you used @plickers? #xplap (Mike from MD, lurking while playing with dinner ideas)
    In reply to @MrHebertPE, @MrBold05, @plickers
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Up to bat....Q4! #XPLAP
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3.2 Also, powers so Ss can teleport to trade places with another student, or take an item from a team (not owned). #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
    for sure, I also go by if you dont guard the back door dont be surprised if you find something missing...:D #xplap
    In reply to @MrHebertPE
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    have seen and thought about just not actually done them yet #xplap
    In reply to @mrterborg, @MrHebertPE, @plickers
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 - 1 S gets a chance to "Phone a friend" with a question on Google Classroom during an assessment - everyone gets to see & chime in #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A4 #xplap have that one 'boss' Q/task that can only be completed at certain moments and w/in certain time limit
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    a4) I did a kahoot over everything we've learned this year, gave the students a number and told them if they beat it, no more tests #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    love the graphic #xplap #FlyTheW #gocubsgo
    In reply to @tishrich
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Love it. Man we are coming up with the ideas tonight. #XPLAP is on fire!
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 My Ss can gain XP by finding grammar errors that I make. They may enjoy it a bit too much but it helps them in the long run! #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    We do something to speed dating. More questions you answer, more you move forward. #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Phone a friend? Who doesnt love Millionaire!! #XPLAP
    • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
      A3 - 1 S gets a chance to "Phone a friend" with a question on Google Classroom during an assessment - everyone gets to see & chime in #xplap
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4 BreakoutEDU with 4 boxes/locks per group. Extra points for getting through all 4 in 1 class period. #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4: We rescued lost heros who give a huge advantage in boss battles, can also have golden Q which ends a battle if answered correct #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    @mrmatera As far as I can tell XLAP is always on fire! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MrsCford_tweets, @mrmatera
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4 Making connections between different areas of content: Grand slam and everyone does the wave in class. #xplap
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A4 have a hidden egg that allows a student for a 100% on assignment #xplap
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    a4: I also do a game I call Grammarlympics. Too much detail for a tweet lol multiple events, medals, points, team, individual #xplap
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    hahaha I had a "Theif" as a job last year, Ss could steal silver coins if left out in open #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @MrHebertPE
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    I do speed date editing, except I can't call it that to 6th graders! Haha! #XPLAP
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: Home run could be 100% on assignment/test or could be like reaching top level in three consecutive assignments = XP or privilege #xplap
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #xplap A4. Like the set collection dynamic in many games, having just the right combo is a Mike Tyson Knock-Out Punch, yeah I never beat it
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    reminds of those lengthy papers you'd get and Q #25 says put your name on the paper and turn back in only #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: I like the idea of a grand slam. Maybe questions answered only loads the bases but not the points. Then You can hit the home run. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4: 3 product quality badges in a row unlocks special privilege. #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A4 - When a new unit rubric is distributed, any S who can demo expert level knowledge can opt out and craft their own project #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    My favorite mechanic by far are hidden eggs. Ss know that and look for them everywhere :) #xplap
    • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
      A4 have a hidden egg that allows a student for a 100% on assignment #xplap
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A4: Ss go on a magical pathway during adventure quests & if they finish they will get to pick items that r hard 2 come by in the game #xplap
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Multiple tasks / mastery shown of multiple tasks = a larger payout for the combination #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    @SoperWritings I really like the idea that S's who are itching for more always have that opportunity. #XPLAP
    In reply to @SoperWritings, @SoperWritings
  • burgessdave Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Get your Tweetdeck columns up!! #IMMOOC #kidsdeserveit #scitlap all at 8CST w/ #MakeItReal at 8:30 CST. (And #XPLAP #MESPAChat NOW) #tlap
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A4: making a screencastify that shows other Ss how to do something. Student becomes teacher #XPLAP
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: Advanced S's are the ones that can really lead the class into facilitating their own learning. #XPLAP
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: My escape rooms are worth major XP... Leveling up in one swing! Makes their frustration worth it! #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: questions are at bats, bases=difficulty S can choose difficulty for HR #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
    @burgessdave XLAP and TLAP are so good even cats want in! #XPLAP
    In reply to @burgessdave, @burgessdave
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Grand slam in #XPLAP tonight! Q5 coming up! Join us!!!! #tlap #ditchbook #playlap
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: We also get better dice to roll for damage in boss battles with consecutive Qs answered correctly #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4 - ...and any student who beats me in our class-wide game of Civilization gets my WWE Title Belt https://t.co/CxOIpZziTk #xplap
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4 I call the moments sigmos (significant moments) and they come from the climax of drama, internal or external #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: Might be a simple answer, but maybe a pretest. If they hit it out of the park, they can do an independent study for the unit. #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: Set specific goal skills to demonstrate for the wk. Ss get XP for demonstrating the individual skills but power up/badge for all #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    What game are you all playing with the XP points? Your own creation or website? #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    @mrmatera cant underestimate the importance of rewarding high level thinking. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera, @mrmatera
  • MrSteinhauser Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Pre-Assessments are a great way to differentiate lessons for meaningful student participation #xplap
    • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
      A4: Might be a simple answer, but maybe a pretest. If they hit it out of the park, they can do an independent study for the unit. #XPLAP
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    All my own that have been made over the past several years. #xplap
    • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
      What game are you all playing with the XP points? Your own creation or website? #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    John Kline from WeVideo for Schools #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Grab your golf clubs! Here's Q5! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Check out https://t.co/6zzWNxkne9 for many ideas and resources on #gamification in the class. #GBL as well. #XPLAP
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    a4 part a) gave a pretest for last unit, If they got all the questions right, they didn't have to take the test. #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Has any one done an "Escape the Unit Test" or something like that where students have to crack the code to get out of as assignment? #xplap
    • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
      A4: My escape rooms are worth major XP... Leveling up in one swing! Makes their frustration worth it! #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    so obvious but so good #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
    a4 part b) Also % correct was lowest they could get on the test #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5 could be task/Q at the next higher Bloom's/DOK or a really mundane timed task (ex-math facts) #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5: All games need traps that require repeating one or more steps. Makes S's focus more and repetition is a key to learning anyway. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5: Omit info that Ss must seek out to progress. Could be in the form of an expert in the field. #XPLAP
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5 Class events to start off, random good or bad. Maybe certain Ss can't use powers that class, or using powers causes damage, etc #XPLAP
  • EDUcre8ive Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Joining very late! #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A5 Equations are perfect for this, or leave out signs that deal with operations. #XPLAP
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    knowing most of the #xplap peeps style and games...99.9% are self created games.
    In reply to @themaurywood
  • teachlikeaninja Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Joining late tonight. Josh 6th grade Language Arts from Olathe, KS. #xplap
  • Dr_MPrince Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    did everyone get a different number? #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5: Time is always a good one, pressure gets diff results for diff Ss - Also have some items teams can use against each other #xplap
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    @ZSharon biggest challenge IMO is celebrating them without intimidating other S's. #XPLAP
    In reply to @ZSharon, @mrmatera, @ZSharon
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5 equate obstacles with resistance by putting them into physical form #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5: I like to plant digital eggs that they find while working through the game. Some are great others are like this. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    No, but I love that idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @TeachingFactor
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    a5) limit the amount of money they can use for a challenge. have less of some items than groups #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5: Have to make recipe without certain utensils. Only those who earn special item can use. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A5: Assign a group challenge, Then ring a bell and tell them when you ring the bell, you are not allowed to communicate. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    #xplap A5. mini-boss battles that are really learning checks can b effective, builds sense of accomplishment & informs t's as 2 s's progress
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: We have the death star on our playing board. Puzzle based challenges happen when they land on it...challenging to get out of #XPLAP
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: Blindfolds, pop-up games, mixing up teams, limiting resources, weapon cards that are specific to game only, eliminating limbs etc #xplap
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    recognizing intimidation as fear and turning fear into action could be a good thing :) #xplap
    In reply to @legendlearning, @mrmatera
  • legendlearning Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Been awesome chatting with you all. Til next week! Check out our homepage for #GBL coming soon to your classroom! #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Was a class goal. So the number could be different for each class. i.e one class every person had to score 31000 points #xplap
    In reply to @Dr_MPrince
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: Relay race. 1 St in kitchen at a time. after 2 minutes, rotate new St in. 1st team to complete task wins. #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A5: lighting rounds! Drop you buff team shuffle. Do it One handed or one eyed.?#xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5 I have a good algebra activity where you give the kids check that have been spilled on. Students need to find what was ordered. #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A5 My whole game is designed around the concept of golf,they have 2 complete quests,mini games and a hero's journal to get 2 the hole #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    So cool! I love this! Saw a life-size Darth Vader at Lego this weekend that would look awesome in your room! #xplap
    • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
      A5: We have the death star on our playing board. Puzzle based challenges happen when they land on it...challenging to get out of #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
    This chat is moving at lightning speed! Q6 coming up in just a minute! #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5 - I like to challenge Ss to argue from positions that aren't their own - Always fun seeing Ss grapple with cognitive dissonance! #xplap
  • EDUcre8ive Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A5: reversify. Remove/steal an element. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Thanks so much for supporting #XPLAP community and my work. Means a lot to have a professional like you in my corner.
    • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
      This can't be said enough, and besides that get his book. @mrmatera also has some awesome digital resources. I like his swaggy shirts too!
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Ready for some slam dunks! Here's Q6! #XPLAP
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    This is so true Nick! Agreed! #xplap
    • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
      A5: Time is always a good one, pressure gets diff results for diff Ss - Also have some items teams can use against each other #xplap
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
    does that get me a beverage at the #xplap hangout come usmspark? I'm so looking forward to that this year!
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Yes, mini-boss battles are great checks for understanding and get Ss excited. Can also use @GetKahoot @quizizz @quizlet #xplap
    • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
      #xplap A5. mini-boss battles that are really learning checks can b effective, builds sense of accomplishment & informs t's as 2 s's progress
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 No student in a partnership, group or team can do more than 1 thing before others have to help with the next part. #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A6 could have a counter card to a power another group has which limits its power #xplap
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
    yes! and teaches them how to argue effectively #xplap
    In reply to @SoperWritings
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6: Can have a certain amount of time with Q before handing off to a teammate #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6: I like to give students' roles in projects. Here is a link to my handout. https://t.co/YlDW7HQVV8 Helps define and limit. #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A6: Ss put 2gether cut up sentences, search 4 words in dictionary, spell words on whiteboard, all while up and moving. u stop, u lose #xplap
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    it hasn't been said yet, but #usmspark is best conference hands down for PD and #xplap https://t.co/eteogWP0P4 sign up now! Join us live!
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Sounds a lot like Grudge Ball or Exploding Kittens with a Nope Card that blocks other teams from success #xplap
    In reply to @mlarson_nj
  • jkervs Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6: Playing Test in music - can't restart the song if you make a mistake! #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6: penalty for using certain words or for not using certain elements. Either penalty or other team earns points off the infraction #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6 Give students who have the lead restrictions. #XPLAP
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    I'm making @PokemonGoEdu game. Ya'll have inspired me!! #xplap
    In reply to @PokemonGoEdu
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6 - I will discuss Ss writing with them while it is in progress, but I won't pre-read or pre-grade - prioritizes ideas above craft #xplap
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    The sound bite piece is such an important element because Ss need models for communication & effective group work #xplap
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    @mrmatera #xplap What an excellent tool! so simple and yet speaks to group dynamics
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Yes! It's in @mrmatera territory! So many #xplap'rs will be there...will you!? Can't wait to see my peeps! #tlap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A6: Easy in keyboarding. Ss are not allowed to correct on timed tests. #XPLAP
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A6 Uh, I teach actual basketball in PE, so I wouldn't let them double dribble for real, haha. :D #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
    could have Ss not be able to use certain letters then have other Ss read their work see if they can decipher for pts #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • TeachingFactor Mar 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Love to tell Ss they can only use a certain amount of words or that words cost XP points, then they have to choose wisely #xplap
    • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
      A6: penalty for using certain words or for not using certain elements. Either penalty or other team earns points off the infraction #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Maury glad to hear it! #XPLAP teaching will rock your classroom and it will never be the same. #gamification
    In reply to @themaurywood, @PokemonGoEdu
  • EDUcre8ive Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Q6: dribbling = Ss teaching/demonstrating. So they have to pass or shoot to a teammate I can't just keep going #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Q7 coming up in a minute! #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Signed up and ready to go! Going to have a shot at presenting this year! #usmspark #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I'm working on tools to that effect at https://t.co/bzaJN9WkyV :) #xplap
    In reply to @SoperWritings
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Nice idea! #XPLAP
    In reply to @EDUcre8ive
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A6: Certain Ss can only work with other Ss depending on where they are on the leaderboard #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    Or now! lol! #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    a6) my rocket challenge they have to pay for asking me a question, also only one teammate can ask it #xplap
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A7: Ss often try to hurry through the game but extra XP is given for thoughtful detailed answers, more than coming in first. #xplap
  • teachlikeaninja Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: I offer bonus points for presenting their side quest findings in another class or to an administrator. #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: There is challenge mode in every unit which unlocks a power or point value. #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    a7) less money you use for challenges, the more points you get. also have a review game where you shoot from further you get more. #xplap
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7 Add extensions to questions where students may go farther. #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: Answering Qs in a row gets extra point, or under a certain time. Can also give extra pt if all group members are involved #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7: Extra pts given to Ss who add to the task to better explain theories. #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A7 I often give XP in games for demo certain skill/concept;extra points n vball 4 using 3 passes on ur side or correct form for bump #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A6: No limitations - if you dominate you earn it and people need to figure out a way to stop you 😉 #xplap
  • MrHentzen Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    a7) have a side quest where they make a song/poem with the material. If they perform the song/poem in class get extra XP. #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 - My rubrics have 4 columns, but a 100% is based on a S scoring all 3s - if a S pushes beyond expectations they get rewarded #xplap
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 I'm considering moving to a 3star grading system like in Angry Birds. Demonstrate competence 1 star. Go beyond min. 2 or 3 stars #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7: Extra bang on a task if it is completed both written as well as artistically some how. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    #xplap A7. Teamwork where each member can only say one word, combined they give an answer!
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7 Ss score extra XP for trying harder challenges, or completing a challenge with less help/clues, or explaining with mastery detail #XPLAP
  • SpeightEd Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Q7: My review games allow students to choose difficulty and gives more points for harder questions #XPLAP
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Reminds me of a game from long ago - SimSoc #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • Slapshot99 - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A7: Ss can do the extend section in the hero's journal where they can do side quests for double XP #xplap
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7 XP for coaching or assisting somebody else move from level to level #xplap
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7: I'm all about creativity - the more creative you are the most bonus you earn. #StopTheVanilla #xplap
  • SpeightEd Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7: my review games allow students to choose difficulty of questions and rewards those who pick higher level thinking ones. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A7: Review game, like some card games, you could choose to go it alone for all the points. Groups must divide points by # of players. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A7 I usually offer a viral bonus if Ss post their work on social media. +1 XP for every like +2 for a share. (Up to 100XP) #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Last Q of the night coming in just a minute! #xplap
  • HeckAwesome Mar 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Have a designated skill/higher/more challenging than they are used to...When Ss use in combination with a task = larger XP #XPLAP
  • timgergel Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A7) Extra Points for Finishing a Nasty Bean, From my review game: Risky Beans using beanboozled! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Wow what an action packed hour! Here's Q8! #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A8 reference previous Q&A! haha #xplap
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A8: breakoutEDU but with multiple boxes (each worth points). Each group gets 3 tries, if no success, it goes to another team. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A8: 3 member group. Ea needs to show their portion of the task to receive the pts and move on. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
    #xplap A8. Each teammate can only answer so many questions / participate, so coordination of "human resources" is key
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A8: Everyone should buy Telestrations right now and think of fun ways to use it in your class. #XPLAP
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A8 must have certain # of 'touches' per team before answer can be given/task be completed. emphasizes teamwork #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets Mar 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A8: 3 Ss get to add component to task before sending it to other team to respond...think dance off 😂 #XPLAP
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    #xplap A8. also teams can only use limited power-ups or special action cards based on die-roll
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A8: each Ss gets to put thought/idea/answer on card before it is submitted - or 3 ideas/facts but Ss cant write 2 in a row #xplap
  • ZSharon Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Love the graphics you created for #xplap questions :)
    In reply to @tishrich
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A8 - I organize activity lists so Ss can't escape having to engage with writing, reading, research, and creativity at least 1ce a wk #xplap
  • jkervs Mar 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
    LOVE that game! We play it a lot in my class! #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • meyerisland Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    I have two of the 12 packs and hope to use it for a vocab review, that'd be a hoot. Regular version also cracks us up #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrPowley Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #xplap I give Ss three tries per lock and then adding time penalty because they stopped trying to solve clues and just guessed
    In reply to @PhysEdDepot
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    I think it could be easy to use in class. #XPLAP
    In reply to @jkervs
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A8 Have students compete when working through multi step problem. They can do up to 3 parts, then trade. (1/2) #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach Mar 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A8 Which ever team writes the final answer wins the round. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Thank you to our captain @mrmatera for the awesome graphics tonight! Honored to co-host #XPLAP each week! What a wonderful crew!
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mlarson_nj Mar 8 @ 8:57 PM EST
    #xplap SUPER boss chat tonight! glad I joined in! thanks for the ideas and Qs @tishrich @mrmatera
    In reply to @tishrich, @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:57 PM EST
    and I work hard at coming up with topics, questions and graphics each week. Thanks for all coming & making it a #PDParty on #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrBaskwill Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    awesome idea, going to work this in for tomorrow! #xplap
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Great chat, all and thanks @tishrich for hosting! Teach hard tomorrow! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHebertPE Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Keep being awesome you guys!! #xplap
  • PhysEdDepot Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Thanks for the great chat! I see it as a historical timeline: sports/games --> board games --> video games --> gamification! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Hope to see you again on #XPLAP and check out https://t.co/U8C1Mprhlv for many more ideas.
    In reply to @mlarson_nj, @tishrich
  • RLTaylor94 Mar 8 @ 8:58 PM EST
    @tishrich @mrmatera and all #xplap peeps! Thanks for a great night and for great ideas! Always humbled by the power of this group!
  • mrmatera - Moderator Mar 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Truly #honored to be part of such a group. Thanks goes to all of you on #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @tishrich
  • themaurywood Mar 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    My twitterverse keeps getting bigger. Thanks! #xplap
  • SoperWritings Mar 8 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Another great conversation about #gamification with the crew at #xplap! #latic #hacklearning #edchat https://t.co/e6RbimJTL0