#XPLAP Archive

Book study chat focusing on Explore Like a Pirate, written by Michael Matera.
Wednesday May 24, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #XPLAP chat! Please introduce yourself & share what you are most looking forward to for summer!
  • participatechat May 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #XPLAP by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/H4sKQxKFX1
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Ready to start my 2nd Twitter chat! #summerofPD #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Ryan from IL, #STEAM teacher, manager of campus tech and oh so very tired from #edtpa & #dissertation rewrites. #xplap
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Ryan, 8th Grade US History (19th century). Most excited to build my Indiana Jones-inspired yearlong gamification of my class. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hello #XPLAP I’m Michael Matera Author of the book & passionate about play… I think that is what I am most looking forward to summer… PLAY!
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    KathiSue here. OR Online T and retired MS principal. Looking 4ward to wrking with my son on Math HyperDocs this summer. #XPLAP
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi! Jocelyn, HS Music Tchr, Toronto ON. Most looking forward to relaxing, reading, and prepping next year's programs and games! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    And a few other things. I did have a cry at home last night. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Dean 5th grade from MI #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    HI! Culinary Tr & Discovery Lead at #smedfordhs Excited for tonight's chat! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    I'm Jen! I'm a 6th grade English Teacher from IN! Yay for #XPLAP!
  • MrForesman May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    David from FL. Getting ready for my 1st year teaching. (Elementary) #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome Ryan… I am glad you joined #XPLAP tonight. It is a great chat and I think you will like the community.
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Teaching in China and #usmspark are what I'm really looking forward to this summer #xplap
  • brandan_adams May 24 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Brandan from VA. Looking forward to the beach. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Awesome… I can’t wait to see you again and have a great time in #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I'm late, but here. Setting up a new phone! Sorry. Adam in SW Virginia. Math 6. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hello Jennifer… Glad to have you back on #XPLAP… My daughter loves Frozen… I think that makes here like everyone…
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    First question of night coming up in just a couple minutes on #xplap Let's get ready for summer! #tlap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    DEANO! #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Alisha KS ELA interventions... celebrating my 20 year anniversry in Hawaii #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Here's Q1! Join us on #xplap right now! #games4ed #tlap #ditchbook
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: I always dig out the "throw aways" from other classrooms during clean up. I create new games and lessons from them. #xplap
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Have a combined grade of 4/5 next year, with diverse needs, need to make sure all can play the game - planning planning, planning #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 I will no longer be wrking with OR Online so, I am focusing my energies on helping my son and daughter in their teaching endeavors #XPLAP
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Building 1st game ever so working on the foundational mechanics right now. Lots of ideas, some for this year, some for the future #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: I want to get organized and add some new items and mechanics to my games. #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1 I am teaching a brand new class so modifying my game to fit that class will be my big project #xplap
  • MrForesman May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: testing my games with my two daughters. Is that family bonding or torture? #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 Oh my! I am building this puppy from the ground up! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 I've gamified my class now for 5 years. Over that time the Realm has changed, grown, & never really got trimmed. its trimming time #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Yeah, I got about 7 boxes of unused chess and poker chips one year. #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    this is a great community to come to when working on that stuff #xplap #lovemypln
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    That is awesome Adam! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Now that I have a more realistic idea of what worked and what tanked, I am excited to rebuild a better, more effective game! #xplap
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: review the effectiveness of used game components & hv trial/ beta test by family members on new games for lesson. Shoutout fr 🇸🇬 #xplap
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Planning on going 100% game based next year. Summer will be my chance to create a good start to build on. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    We love having you as part of it Adam! #XPLAP is better with you in it.
    In reply to @MrBold05, @Coach_Stephans
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Just today some students game me some awesome ideas for items and item levels! Excited to add this new component! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #xplap - A1. trading cards, physical badges, classcraft - now to better combine into a theme like @MrBaskwill @MrPowley @Slapshot99
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Wow! Can't wait to see that. #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • brandan_adams May 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1. I want to completely transform my classroom into #gbl #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    That will be epic… Just remember #XPLAP will be here to help… Also check out #WellPlayedU too for #gamification and #GBL tips.
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Ahh! Running a little late. Stefanie from Illinois. 8th ELA and team lead #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1.1 adding student attributes to the game so they can grow skill paths is a goal for this summer #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    I know @Mr_JSpike presented at a specific game design conf at IU this spring - more opportunities like that to share #xplap?
    In reply to @mrmatera, @Mr_JSpike
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Thanks, I figure the more I put it out there and connect with great PLCs the better my chances are at success. #nonet #xplap
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Starting to get that summer feeling! Q2 coming in 2 on #xplap Join us!
  • MrsLedford6Eng May 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    This summer I am turning up the volume to complete year gamification! Fun stuff #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: is everything used in a purposeful way? What extras or side quests could make a better interactive experience for Ss? #xplap
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I have been listening to #WellPlayededU a couple times a week as I get ready. So grateful for the resource! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1b Hoping to get my son involved in this chat. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #wellplayedu #xplap I know listening to great podcasts certainly makes me reflect on my gamification integration practices
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: Just today some students game me some awesome ideas for items and item levels! Excited to add this new component! #xplap
  • brandan_adams May 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1. Have lots of planning to do. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Thank you for saying as much… That type of feedback fuels us Podcasters… It has been fun to work on #WellPlayedU and #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Yep, will be catching up with @GTeacherTribe #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @GTeacherTribe
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Q2 launching now! join in an epic convo on Summer game design on #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    love when students help #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: I started #perlerbeads last year but this summer... I want to go back to a wiki comic webpage again. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #XPLAP community have a listen to #WellPlayedU for some great #gamification and #gbl tips and ideas… https://t.co/6Zm1ookiBw
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1: going 1:1 next year, so I'm looking at ways to enhance the technology portion of the gaming in my classroom #xplap
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Need to find my golf game again, and some gardening with my daughters #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 I have talked about blogging several times this yr but haven't started, I think maybe this summer is the right time. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 just saw Q1. Been posting on 'types' system & uses powers, dice rolls, belt ranking, and more reflection and personalization! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #xplap A2. with going to China, I'm going to work on Tai Chi, and bringing an eastern theme to my gamification next year, & investig8 TPRS
  • MrForesman May 24 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: traveling down the path to dual language teaching (while immersing myself in Spanish) #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Nick this sounds so wonderful… I like the gardening with daughters… Even better would be cooking from the garden! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBaskwill
  • MrForesman May 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: I've cracked open the free resources to becoming a Google certified teacher #xplap
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Developing a journal of my travels/hikes through the US Natl Parks. Bucket list item: Hike in every US Natl Park & journal it! #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Working on similar piece. Going to add type bonus to some assignments. Require a certain type for collabratice choices. #xplap
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I am working on this as well. I hope to make it through level 2 by the end of summer. #xplap
    In reply to @MrForesman
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: I hope this summer to learn to cook more Thai food and conquer the outside a bit… I could be called the Great Indoors man! #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: recently started a blog, so I'm hoping to keep expanding on that, trying new games and learning coding with my kids #xplap
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    trying some corn, so hopefully there will be a corn boil this summer! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Been loving returning to gardening the last two years. Tyler has also gotten into it. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MrBaskwill
  • HowardKiyuna May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Howard from SF Bay Area. Curious about #xplap. What's the XP?
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Excited to cook for fun! #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    it seems like a cool way to get Ss to work with different kids and give different type bonus for different assignment ls #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Started taking Mandarin classes, plan to continue. Also, golf, #Hyperdocs Bootcamp, more ukulele playing, and running! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng May 24 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I just became a consultant for this book company called Usborne! It will be amazing to share these awesome books! #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Can I just say how cool #XPLAP community is… I love these answers… Thanks for going outside the PD box for a moment & talking your passions
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3 coming in 2 minutes! Get ready! #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    if you ever want to hike loons den hit me up #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Question: What does everyone use to make their badges/items? Wanting mine to be physical to pair with interactive notebooks. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I started in the fall. It turned into a cool reflective journal. I find I'm looking back on it to prep for next year #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    that sounds delicious #xplap
    In reply to @MrBaskwill, @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: Can't wait to explore in the kitchen and expand my skills! Love baking and cooking! #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Lets do it! #XPLAP Seriously… Also, when you have a free night… I would love to have you over for a game night.
    In reply to @MrBold05
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: This will be my first summer as a empty nest. I have so many projects I don't know where to start. :) #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Awesome… I want to see some pictures here on #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrBold05, @MrBaskwill
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Q3 launching on #XPLAP now! Jump in to summer fun! #tlap #games4ed
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    buttons and cards like playing cards. Could put a qr code on the button or card to link to the notebooks #xplap
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2 I want to read more history books. Never enough time during school year. I have my eye on Troubled Refuge and some Foner books! #xplap
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: simple coding skill to create something like the mystery series: piano, crypt & mines by @boon_jin for my #gbl #xplap
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    I am interested too. Hoping that if they put them on their interactive notebook they will be less likely to lose it. #xplap
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • skeeTX May 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: want to start a blog to share many of my thoughts that have been rattling around for some time #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I get the little return address labels from 3M. Download the template and add pics/word art. Pretty easy after a couple times. #xplap
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3 I try to find something interesting in ea state I visit that can help Ss learn about the culture, customs or history. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #xplap A3. That sense of adventure and "wow" of new ideas, sights, sounds, smells, etc,.. can drive our creativity to expand our themes
  • MrForesman May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: I'm all about immersion into culture. Eating at the unknown local restaurant, etc. Having genuine conversations #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Can't wait to learn from my amazing PLN at #iste17 and #usmspark17! Hoping to meet new and old #xplap friends at both places!!!
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Travelling to Milwaukee...USM Summer Spark will be a travel that will help me for next year #xplap
  • skeeTX May 24 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: travel changes POV/perspective. Effective Ts consider multiple views to best assist Ss. Change of venue is refreshing too #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: travel around my state and find some cool little places that we take for granted. Go to some state parks and try more picnics #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Wow. Thank you. It's nice to k ow someone is reading it 😊 I'll have to check for typos now 😉#xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @KathiSueSummers
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: I have a great trip to Michigan City in July. Using the sites, the walks and the travel for plenty of #STEAM #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I read it too!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @meyerisland
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I got some printed at Staples, turned out pretty nice #xplap
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    We are a 1-1 school and I have mine put them right on their laptops! #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @Coach_Stephans
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    I read it too… Good stuff and makes our community that much stronger as well. Thanks for putting your ideas out there. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley, @meyerisland, @KathiSueSummers
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 Get unplugged and relax #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: there's ALWAYS so much to use from summer travels. Creative + research writing, relevant math problems, identifying the fungus 😉 #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    #xplap A3 2/2 I'm excited to bring #gamification to China - you bet I'm leaving a copy of #xplap in their teacher's lounge
  • skeeTX May 24 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Just ordered 4 books for summer and will begin on vacation in Nantucket. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Hope you plug back into #XPLAP sometimes…
    In reply to @CaptainRPSmith3
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I haven't done that since 2015. #xplap
    In reply to @CaptainRPSmith3
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Teaching 19th Cent US Hist, we talk about the early conservation mvmt. Any chance to share a love of the @NatlParkService w/ Ss #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q4 coming right up! #xplap
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: Trips give us diff cultural & lrning experiences whixh Ts can share & implement to make daily lrning more engaging & fresh #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: mystery locations that you give a picture + Ss try to guess where you were. Could be like where in the world is carmen Santiago #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Jump into Summer fun on #xplap right now! Here's Q4!
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Absoulutely...gamification is my #1 to do this summer. I have to be ready 4 Ss #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Nice… #XPLAP… If you would have me… I might be able to afford a trip… :)
    In reply to @thammerlund
  • GeoSpiegs May 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3 anyone thinking about how to illustrate their summer travels into GoogleEarth as a travel journal/tour? #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: I kind of do mad scientist stuff in my basement in the summer. I perfected some #3dprinting #greenscreen and case games #xplap
  • skeeTX May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: use time away to see what solutions Ss can create in new year. Make learning worthwhile by connecting Ss to real experiences #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Really cool idea! I haven't thought of that but I think that would be fun to do… I think I need to travel some more to make that work #XPLAP
    In reply to @GeoSpiegs
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4 I like to plan specific time in my wk to work on up coming curriculum, hyperdocs and gaming. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: excited to binge watch @FoodNetwork for new ideas for challenges and game mechanics! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #xplap A4. I'm on the hunt for LEGOs thanks to @jedikermit and @mrmatera - kids need to play & create, but don't all have resources 2 do so
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    a4) Hoping to tie assignments into the story line of my class during the summer. They didn't really match up well this year #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4: I hope to design some more items and maybe even character classes that they have to choose that give unique powers… #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    a4) also trying to figure out how to tie in the solar eclipse to my game. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A4 I busy tweaking my narrative as well as the delivery method. Ss taught me how to create a YouTube playlist...now I feel less old 😎 #xplap
  • HowardKiyuna May 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: W/long yr & short summer I do this throughout. Sometimes it takes me yrs to get to a project. Soldered for 1st time in yrs today. #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I've been using #LEGO more since reading #playlap my Ss keep asking when I'm bringing them in now. #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland, @jedikermit, @mrmatera
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4 Take r time, step away when we need a break, reflect on what is best for Ss #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Yeah, another reason I get so upset when people keep giving us junk to store. I hate it! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • GeoSpiegs May 24 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4 #xplap I like to build gross motor skill experiences for students. Does this count? It's my first #xplap... https://t.co/o3w7BEf8j4
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Reading up on gamification implementation, playing w/ Legos, found a RC whale to help me teach 19th century whaling industry #XPLAP
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    That would be so cool! It is our first day back to school…surely I can put it in my narrative. #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    a4) I want to revamp how the students get items in the game as well. Want to put in a shop system of some sort #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3 I may be moving... #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Go retro and watch some @altonbrown Good Eats reruns. That guy might not have a license but was an awesome teacher! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @FoodNetwork, @altonbrown
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Practise & lots of experimenting. Summer homework for Ts #XPLAP
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Jestin, HS science in Michigan - just got the boy tucked in. #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: I like to play w new ideas and see where it takes me. Keep in touch w trends that can help direct certain game elements #xplap
  • GeoSpiegs May 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Not really. Students can imagine a trip anywhere in the world & use travel site to plan how much they want to spend 😺#xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    TO WISCONSIN!!!! #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    It's our first full day, have a couple of half days before though. I'm thinking it will be a sign of the end times #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Being such a newbie the whole currency issue kind of scares me, but I will be excited to learn from you! #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • GeoSpiegs May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    You could do it either way. Have students take a ton of photos on a trip themselves then present in GE or you could too #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: I also hope to do more with https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt and make some more VLOGS and #WellPlayedU podcasts… #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I felt silly, but there is a little 'add to' button under the videos. Then just make a playlist and add to it! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I tried just giving out items randomly and when they gained a level, but it wasn't very effective. #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Ts just hv to keep updated in tech to make lrning interesting & capture Ss attention better in class #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4 sit on the patio by the river and listen to nature or some epic soundtracks for some serious #xplap crafting
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Love them both. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Running into full summer mode now! Q5 coming up in just a couple minutes on #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    So many models and analogies. He taught make decent cookies! #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich, @FoodNetwork, @altonbrown
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I am struggling with that. I want the items to be earned, but not sure how to make it all work. #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Sounds like another EPISODE of #WellPlayedU or a good VLOG post… I will work on that for you… #XPLAP
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @MrHentzen
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 I look for ideas in activities and try to play while I plan #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4 I am using video games to inspire me to build classes, enemies, power ups, and quests. Sounds like a good podcast topic @mrmatera #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Launching Q5 right now on #XPLAP Join us #tlap #edchat!
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Yeah! I love having such a powerful PLC team! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @MrHentzen
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I'm tweaking an alt. Economy. Ss get gold instead of a grade on quizzes for ex. & then they purchase from a G site and form #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A4: Schedule the time to plan, sit out on the balcony with tea or wine, and incorporate Ss suggestions from this year! #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4 Excited to learn from fantastic educators at #USMSPARK and learn elements and levels of gamification unknown to me! #XPLAP
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: I tried this 2 years ago with some Ss. Had them do a score chart on their new tech work. Wasn't too bad. Fun. #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5 I think we could create something like a summer reading list or quests that Ss could access online and move forward. #XPLAP
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: In future years, I plan to get the next year's Ss involved by promoting the game in the 7th grade classes at the end of the year. #XPLAP
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Posting hidden missions on googlenclassrooom and adding students maybe scavenger hunts or something #xplap
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: Can have a link to a website or a puzzle to solve slipped into the report card of next years class (bit easier in elem) #xplap
  • GeoSpiegs May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I tried something like hat but bigger. Each section was a full fictional society. It often collapsed under its own weight. #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrHentzen
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I like the link to G form. I wonder how difficult it would be to put the formulas in the spdsheet to track the purchases. #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrHentzen
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    seems like a good idea. I might have to try and set up a google form for that. Then I could hand out the items one day a week #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrPowley
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5 I love the movie trailer idea for the classroom. I might plan a movie poster of some sort, or maybe draw some comic covers. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Can’t wait to have you up here… I have a suggestion for you… You should make @USMSpark a regular event… #USMSpark #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng, @USMSpark
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    My plan is to give a S a power and 3 hearts. If they turn in late they lose a heart. Lose all 3 and 'too weak' for power. #xplap
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @PerkyScience
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Started hosting lunch events w/Ss before yr out to get more ideas. A few excited Ss to get this card & become apprentice game masters #xplap
  • ChrisQuinn64 May 24 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Laugh and experience joy! https://t.co/uUwEhZnb1O #edumoves #FLedChat #teachmindful #whatisschool #SeesawChat #EduHero #XPLAP #tlap #edchat
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Q6 coming right up on #xplap!
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: @flipgrid seems like a great tool for summer gaming. Scavenger hunts that require S responses/evidence on the grid #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Yeah, that's my fear. Difficult to get values and costs correct too #xplap
    In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @MrHentzen
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: Mail a post card to them with a QR code… Have it be a geochache in your town… See who completes it by school year start… #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I am going to share this idea out to several of my friends. #XPLAP
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q6! #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I have a Gsheet bank. Can add and subtract $ values. Ss have a personal account page that updates in real time w/ mine #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @MrHentzen
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #xplap A5. Once I get a class list, I'm starting by connecting to kids & parents for classcraft, schoology, and I'll invite for gaming club
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: Assign a Side Quest that involves recording themselves performing for friends/family over the summer, or composing with friends! #xplap
  • MrBold05 May 24 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I have to head out thanks for all the cool ideas #xplap
  • polonerd May 24 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Hey #xplap & #fledchat join @MaineSchoolTech & me at 8 CST for #1to1techat Discuss plans to get into better (Professional) shape for 17-18
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6: Reviewing all my #tlap books for some new lessons and ideas. I #BuildLAP with #STEAM #XPLAP
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A6: I am taking a HyperDocs class and reading as many books as possible. And keeping up with my chats. #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    It is a fun one… Here is my Intro video I send to my advisees on a postcard… Parents love it. https://t.co/kgFUDm84Bz #XPLAP
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Is this resource on your blog? (Just started reading it) or will you share? #xplap
    In reply to @MrPowley, @MrHentzen
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6: working on building more #PBL into my class #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Just started my MS kids with #hyperdocs today. They find it better than just writing. #xplap
    In reply to @KathiSueSummers
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    a6) probably reread #xplap, also looking into more science books, looking into a couple tech things. #XPLAP
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I. Love. This. Plan!! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Well you know I like hearing that… #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I have schoology also was wondering how classcraft works with it. #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A6: going back through my LAP books to see how I might apply ideas differently, gathering w other Ts to bounce ideas, edchats, PLN! #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: My summer rdg list. Already started Hacking Literacy. Lets go!!!! #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Dive in! #xplap
    In reply to @CaptainRPSmith3
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A6:Stack of DBC @burgessdave @burgess_shelley books waiting to be read this summer! Finding water & reading..fav summer thing to do! #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6 @alicekeeler Google classroom book, and Shift This. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    When you get to #XPLAP let me know and we can chat… Maybe do a #XPLAP GHO with anyone who wants to join…
    In reply to @CaptainRPSmith3
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: Re-read #xplap book, listen to podcasts, read blogs, review previous Twitter chats/likes for ideas, take the #hyperdoc Bootcamp.
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    a6) getting new standards next year so probably should read those too... #xplap (honestly already have read them about 3 times)
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: Already read #TLAP #LearnLAP #XPLAP & going to read #PlayLAP Innovator's Mindset & #LeadLAP to help me be a better teacher leader
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6 just found James Paul Gee, reading @jmattmiller, @MatthewFarber another @avantgame book list, play more tabletop & TCG for ideas #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    I have a Gsheet gradebook linked to personal S pg. I type 'late' & it takes off a heart on there sheet. (I'm figuring out some code!) #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc, @MrHentzen, @PerkyScience
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Count me in! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera, @CaptainRPSmith3
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Sounds amazing. I'm all in!!!! #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #xplap A6. reading the new @burgessdave book & rereading all prior ones to rekindle the spark and fan the flames of creativity
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    This chat goes so fast! Don't want it to be over! Q7 coming right up! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Here's Q7 on #xplap!
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I haven't written about it yet but I might need to! I've been revamping a beta book I got from @alicekeeler... #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience, @MrHentzen, @alicekeeler
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Thanks for reading #XPLAP I am happy to hear you are forging on down some other great paths too.
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A7: My wife wants to teach Tyler more games, so there is that and I have some on my @amazon list that I got from @mrmatera #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    That's my inspiration! #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland, @MrHentzen, @PerkyScience
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Can I just say that this is an awesome group of people! Can we call you the WellPlayers? #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7: Love summer time game play! Board games & cards my fav! Excited to try some new ones this summer! Share your favs! #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7 So glad I have gchildren who help in teaching and playing games. I learn a lot from m;y 13 y o as well as my 7 y o. #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I love these card designs! What do you use to make them? #xplap
    In reply to @jvanscoyoc
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I feel like this is a trick question... #xplap
    In reply to @tishrich
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Love our #xplap community! The best!!!
    • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      Can I just say that this is an awesome group of people! Can we call you the WellPlayers? #xplap
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7: different board game that we haven't played yet each wk. Fam then helps me brainstorm possible ways to adapt for the classroom #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I started using an app called Meetup where people post events in your area to attend. I found several gamer nights. Great people too #XPLAP
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A7: Wife & I try to have game nights with friends. Play DomiNations on iPhone & plenty of FIFA 17 on PS3. #SoccerCoach #XPLAP
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: On the hunt for a few good games to play with my girls, ages 4 and 2 #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Love it Adam… #XPLAP joining together with #WellPlayedU
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Yeah, my cousin uses that regularly. He loves it. #xplap
    In reply to @mrmatera
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: I have a son who is quite a gamer so I am planning on collaborating with him to build my game. #xplap
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: We have family & friend game nights more often in summer (and when camping), and I plan to improve my golf game this summer too! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    #xplap @hacklearning @markbarnes19 are also at the top of my list - so many great ideas!
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    a7) probably catch up on my old playstation games. final fantasy, NCAA football. Probably not a lot of games due to new baby! #XPLAP
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7: we also try to have family video game time every week. My kids can teach me a lot if I just sit down and play w them #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7 I will be attempting to finish Breath of the Wild, dive into ARMS and Splatoon 2 for the Nintendo Switch. #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I tried that when I was in Wisc. but never actually made it to any of the meetups #XPLAP
    In reply to @Ryan7Read, @mrmatera
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7 my 7 yr old just bought Star Wars battlefront & is immersed! I'll be joining in and seeing why he's so addicted! #xplap
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: I'm going 2 do research with my daughter and her friends on what games are in & what components I should include in my classroom #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I have to do some more game reviews on https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt so that you guys know about these great new ones. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Ready for summer yet?! Q8 coming right up! #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7 I will also be learning some new games from @HABA_usa with my kids. #xplap
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: Also wife & I always play cards on vacation. Try to learn at least one new one each year. #XPLAP
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: So many board games at home still yet to have chance to try out. I got my first inspiration for gbl thru Ticket to Ride #XPLAP
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Means a lot to hear you say that. Thank you. Keep coming back to #XPLAP so many great and helpful people here.
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7 Started playing Pokemon TCG this yr, learning Magic. Looking to play more Catan & other tabletops. Then theme for #GBL #xplap
  • MrsLedford6Eng May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7 I wi be playing a lot of board games with my kiddos! Would be cool to integrate those elements! #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Last question of the night on #xplap!
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Great game company for children type games… Super fun for whole family too. #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach, @HABA_usa
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A8: I could tell you, but it wouldn't be a great reveal... no kidding. My blue print is in flux right now. #xplap
  • Ryan7Read May 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I have to go everyone. Talk to everyone later. #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    #xplap A7. So many great board/card games 2 play @GreenCouchGames trying to share social gaming with others & some "filler" iOS games
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A8 I am in the wait and see stage because I am helping my son with gaming in math. #XPLAP
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A8: Gonna keep running with Food Truck & MasterChef themes next year! Excited to refine & add new twists to make even better! #xplap
  • PerkyScience May 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A8: Using the end of the year to see what works to put into play for next year…that and learning from #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A8: Add skills Ss can acquire in game that help them… I like the idea that both their character and themselves are learning skills. #XPLAP
  • CaptainRPSmith3 May 24 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A8 Goal: Engage + Motivate = Achievement #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Didn’t notice you are that close… I can make a trip this summer… I mean for a #XPLAP game night… I think that would be fun
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A8:Onboarding scavenger hunt, backstory written, XP, levels, leaderboards, & Field Surveys (guilds) planned out Items/badges are next #XPLAP
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A8 I have a desk full of sticky notes and about 10 docs started with def idea topics as they pop in my head! (Not kidding) #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    a7) not sure yet, wanting to find a more social aspect to the game, trying to find a way to do that with our school rules. #XPLAP
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    #xplap - is Euchre just a Michigan thing, or do ya'll play it elsewhere like in Wisconsin?
  • Stephanie_GXY May 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8: Trying out series of novels for #gra17 on digital lessons w Hyperdoc & breakout theme using https://t.co/oYMQRcjiRr #XPLAP
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    a8) I do have about 3 word documents with stuff to look into though. #XPLAP
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    A8: Need to incorporate "buzzer beaters," a lot more collaborative activities, and ones that include more outside-class-performances! #xplap
  • rice_julie May 24 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Sorry I missed tonight's chat #xplap. Finishing end of the year to-dos!
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8:Love asking my Ss for ideas and letting them help me plan game! Great ideas even today shared by Ss that I can't wait to add in! #xplap
  • meyerisland May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    #xplap A8. I'm bringing back survivor team challenges - too many missed opportunities for fun & life lessons - making that part of my game
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    My Ss universally love XP grading. About the only thing I didn't get at least one bicker about! #xplap
    In reply to @Coach_Stephans
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8 Creating a game where the teams are crews. Marooned on a planet. Their inventories are ships, and they get a focus. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    These are great and your students will thank you for them! #XPLAP
    In reply to @meyerisland
  • MrBaskwill May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: Keep the theme and name, but add in more quests and challenges #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Thanks @mrmatera for the awesome questions and slides tonight! Great way to dive into summer fun! #xplap
  • tishrich - Moderator May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    This community BLOWS MY MIND! Thanks for sharing & inspiring! See you next week! #xplap
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8 the focuses will give them secondary effects with power ups if that is their focus area. #xplap
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    No problem we are such a good team… #XPLAP
    In reply to @tishrich
  • jkervs May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8.1: Also want to build music-related #BreakOutEDU games that Ss complete for XP or items. #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Thanks for the tip #xplap
    In reply to @PerkyScience
  • MrsCford_tweets May 24 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8: working on a choose your own adventure through @flipgrid that I'm super excited about (got me started blogging actually) #xplap
  • MrHentzen May 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    I'm totally going to steal the word "crews" for next year (my theme sounds similar) #XPLAP
    In reply to @Renard_Teach
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8: We will have weekly random encounters (formative assessments), these enemies will vary in types. #xplap
  • KathiSueSummers May 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    That sounds interesting and right up my alley. #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrsCford_tweets, @flipgrid
  • mrmatera - Moderator May 24 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Awesome Adam… #XPLAP
    In reply to @MrHentzen, @Renard_Teach
  • jvanscoyoc May 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8 currently XP = grade pts, separating => more gaming freedom. thinking a full TCG or tabletop, write narrative BEFORE school start #xplap
  • Coach_Stephans May 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Me too! So grateful for the ideas & collaboration! Thank you to everyone! #XPLAP
  • Renard_Teach May 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8 Swarms will be quick hitting multiple choice questions, a larger enemy maybe a written response. All of this will be spiral review #xplap
  • MrPowley May 24 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Very popular in Western NY. Learned Euchre before Poker #xplap
    In reply to @meyerisland