#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday November 8, 2016
8:00 PM EST
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
A0: Katja - Teacher from Denmark. I'm probably sleeping right now :) Still learning to play MC but use
#MinecraftEdu
a lot in my classroom.
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Q0: Please Intro Self: Name, Role, Location, favorite way of playing MC (Single, Mplayer, Parkour, PvP, Spleef, Adv Map, etc)
#MinecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome everybody! So excited to start tonight’s chat!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Teach ON is right Lynne! We know you're here in spirit. :D
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @lynnetelfer
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Hey all, Andrew here teacher from Scotland, fav way has to be build challenges
#minecraftedu
#mieexpert
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Good Evening, Miners, Crafters, and Creepers, we are about to kick off
#MinecraftEDU
Chat w/
@dkiang
Building A Community of Collaboration
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Steve from NJ - Welcome
@dkiang
- always great to see you. I am the oldest kid in my game dev class - I'm a fan of digging!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @dkiang
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Welcome
@katjaborregaard
! Thanks for staying up late to chat. :-)
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @katjaborregaard
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
So glad your Scheduled tweets are working! YAY!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @katjaborregaard
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
A0: Have become a fan of Tumble (spleef) on console - great fun - love throwing snowballs at my daughter
@leilaboo215
#minecraftedu
In reply to @leilaboo215
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hi guys! We held an
#election
in
#Minecraftia
yesterday and well...ummm... I'll let this picture tell the outcome!
#MinecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
So glad you are here! Always love to hear about the great work you do with your kids.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
@BBTNB
Making Minecraft Great Again! LOL
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
A0
#MinecraftEdu
Garrett Zimmer here from Ontario Canada, I'm a Minecraft Supporter Co-Founder of this chat. Love Adventure Maps!
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
likewise! Let me know when there's an opening at Punahou :)
#minecraftedu
#minecraftdreamteam
In reply to @dkiang
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey Thanks for sharing your thoughts with Scheduling Andrew!
#MinecraftEdu
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:00 PM EST
Hey all, Andrew here teacher from Scotland, fav way has to be build challenges
#minecraftedu
#mieexpert
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hello
#minecraftedu
! Darin, 8th grade RLA teacher from Iowa, looking for a few electorial votes today! :) #
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:03 PM EST
We finally got that wall. Is that a wall to Canada or Mexico?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
btaylorms
Nov 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
Brad, MS Edu Rep in Mn and ND. Played Minecraft: Education Edition - Breakout edu today
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
What an awesome bumper sticker! "Make Minecraft Great Again!" Get on it
@PlayCraftLearn
@Microsoft
@dkiang
:)
#MinecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:02 PM EST
@BBTNB
Making Minecraft Great Again! LOL
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
oh my! uncanny...
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hi guys! We held an
#election
in
#Minecraftia
yesterday and well...ummm... I'll let this picture tell the outcome!
#MinecraftEDU
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
A0
#MinecraftEDU
Melissa here from Redmond,WA
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
Don’t Dig straight down!
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @dkiang
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
#minecraftedu
I have hopefully scheduled some tweets to appear during the chat, will respond on Wednesday
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
The wall I create would have a pressure plate and a few sticky pistons to open it up and welcome everyone in!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel, @BBTNB
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
OMG!
@BBTNB
I love you buddy :D Oh Canada! :D
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:04 PM EST
oh my! uncanny...
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:01 PM EST
Hi guys! We held an
#election
in
#Minecraftia
yesterday and well...ummm... I'll let this picture tell the outcome!
#MinecraftEDU
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
It's a wall to New Jersey :)
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
Darin for president!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hey Melissa! Glad you could join us tonight!
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @wrenchey
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:05 PM EST
Hey buddy!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @wrenchey
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
that's great. could retire with that one
#minecraftedu
In reply to @BBTNB, @PlayCraftLearn, @Microsoft, @dkiang
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey
@mr_isaacs
Here that, The Arm Pit State is being blockaded in! Looks like you’re stuck with me.
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB, @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:06 PM EST
OH, Canada is right!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @BBTNB
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
looking forward to the chat
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Let them all in! If they want to pay the gas tax everyone should be welcome!
#minecraftedu
#NJforAll
In reply to @MGrundel, @BBTNB
thecommonpeople
Nov 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Adam Clarke - digital producer artist & map maker - I also help make Wonder Quest an educational Minecraft show with Stampy
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:07 PM EST
Hi Cynthia! So glad you could join us.
@Mrs_Gozzard
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
Happy to have you join us again Cynthia. We must connect sometime.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
Hey Adam! Yay! Nice to see you again!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:08 PM EST
Welcome My friend! How are things in KY for you? Saw some great press on ya recently.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @thecommonpeople
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Welcome Adam. So Glad you could join us. Are you still in KY? Love the stuff you’ve been sharing about VR
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @thecommonpeople
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:09 PM EST
Adam!!! Looking forward to seeing you :) Safe travels friend. I think we are set for
@littlebits
on Friday!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @thecommonpeople, @littleBits
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Compare
#MinecraftEdu
to classroom & let the Ss figure it out. Ss quickly learn that they get more build time w/ collab & communication.
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
Q1: How do you go about establishing group rules/norms? Who creates them? How are they reinforced?
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
Sorry, everyone, need to exit the chat to pack my bags
#kiddingnotkidding
#minecraftedu
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @BBTNB, @MGrundel
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
A)1)
#Minecraftedu
let the Ss be involved but I have three Golden Rules in class, R1) Granny voices in chat 2) No Grieving 3) Have fun!
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
I hope
@iwearthecrowns
can join the chat :) She's modeling
#stuexpertise
beautifully
#minecraftedu
In reply to @iwearthecrowns
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1: For the most part the group norms for organically which is what's so great about
#minecraft
and authentic
#digcit
#minecraftedu
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:11 PM EST
granny voices = awesome
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @a_minshall
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Kay Gibson aka OKK70. Hopefully making simple to use, familiar Minecraft lessons to share. Evening all. 😄👍
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Our
#MinecraftEDU
mission: Create a self-sustaining community that reinforces trust between individuals and rewards pro-social behavior.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
Hey Kay! So great to see you. Thanks for joining us tonight!
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @KayGibson01
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
A1: My gr 8 experts are great at creating positive solutions to issues, they help w logins & basics
#MinecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:13 PM EST
@A_Minshall
Do you ever have to explain what grieving is? Or do you find there is common understanding?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @a_minshall
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
A1 - In the past i've used my "Digital Ten Commandments"
#DigCit
Assignment as a starting point.
#MinecraftEDU
https://t.co/9XUXjtFHVK
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
LOVE THIS!
#minecraftedu
It's all about creating the culture! Well played!
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Our
#MinecraftEDU
mission: Create a self-sustaining community that reinforces trust between individuals and rewards pro-social behavior.
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
well said..like a mission statement
#MinecraftEdu
and social emotional learning
In reply to @dkiang
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
Welcome Kay!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @KayGibson01
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
Q4: How do you engage Ss who are not comfortable in Minecraft? (Or: How do introduce students who are new to Minecraft?)
#MinecraftEdu
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
A)2)
#Minecraftedu
Ss if they have set the ground rules will tell u if someone has broken them & come up with consequences for rule breakers
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1: I start outside the game & talk about expectations. I teach 5th grade and focus on empathy, Ss lead conversations
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
Interesting way to see it. I like the idea of supporting Ss crit thinking to benefit selves, but slightly feels rewarded use..
#MinecraftEdu
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:10 PM EST
A1: Compare
#MinecraftEdu
to classroom & let the Ss figure it out. Ss quickly learn that they get more build time w/ collab & communication.
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:15 PM EST
A1) we had to add rules to our server because younger members wanted them. Only 1 rule = be respectful. Covers everything. 😄👍
#MInecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
so great to open this conversation with kids - certainly meaningful to them!
#digcit
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MGrundel
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
Absolutely. Beautiful when students can also enforce their owned culture.
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:14 PM EST
LOVE THIS!
#minecraftedu
It's all about creating the culture! Well played!
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1: Our
#MinecraftEDU
mission: Create a self-sustaining community that reinforces trust between individuals and rewards pro-social behavior.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
Where do you start with your Grade 8s? How do you establish norms? Or do they?
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:17 PM EST
Yes, love the emphasis on empathy. So important & benefits in real life too!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
Shane Asselstine, Tech Integration Specialist, Oahu HI, Survival mode!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:18 PM EST
A1 Social Norms change over our generations, so far better to let kids experience how they can influence positive social norms
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
Aloha Shane! Great to see you here!
@HikariKishi
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
Hey Shane! You just get out of
#MInecraftEDU
Class?
In reply to @HikariKishi
thecommonpeople
Nov 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
A1 - creating a social contract of behaviours is always an opportunity to develop and renew and review - it never gets old
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
SHANE!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @HikariKishi
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:19 PM EST
Shane get over to Dougs School and join us in the video conference :D
#MinecraftEdu
Miss ya Buddy How's it?
In reply to @HikariKishi
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2: My students love taking building breaks where they visit their classmates to see what they're building.
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
Q2: What kinds of activities do you use to get students to learn, share, and collaborate?
#MinecraftEDU
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A)3) My best project was with
@BBCScotLearn
creating our school video here loads of earning
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/yJmqM72lTB
In reply to @BBCScotLearn
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
Totally agree esp. reviewing and renewing from time to time! Great advice
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @thecommonpeople
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
A1: Strangely enough the only rule we start out with is, you can participate with us, or not. Later we discuss as a group.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:20 PM EST
Do you literally make a contract in Minecraft w/ book and quill, or if
#MInecraftEDU
A Slate? and have Ss sign? Who creates
In reply to @thecommonpeople
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2: We also do presentations - either in game or with a presentation media like Power Point.
#MinecraftEdu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
A1: We eventually get into discussion about being part of a collaborative community and what that means.
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
Yes! Love this approach
@HikariKishi
— Minecraft as a catalyst for powerful lessons.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi
iwearthecrowns
Nov 8 @ 8:21 PM EST
Hello
#MinecraftEdu
! Too nervous to watch election results, so we're avoiding SM and reading. PS- you're too kind
In reply to @mr_isaacs
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
@MGrundel
My 8s enjoy taking the role of worldbuilder and supporting beginners
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
A1: It should be listed as soon as everyone joins. Punishments should include kicking/banning/jailing
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
Love the idea of empowering older Ss w/ leadership role. How do you think this helps develop group norms?
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2: You'd need to have them build stuff or find resources together
#MinecraftEDU
thecommonpeople
Nov 8 @ 8:22 PM EST
group contract that we all agree on - paper works, as well a wall of signs
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2: My students make games in
#minecraft
. First game dev tool that is truly collaborative so teams can be any size!
#minecraftedu
ncallaghan1
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
My research on
#MinecraftEdu
has been published
@PlayCraftLearn
#lovemyjob
#MIEExpert
#msauedu
In reply to @PlayCraftLearn
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A3: You could teach them the basics, then give them some "free time", or tell them that it's for a grade lmao
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
Gr8s are learning real time digital citizenship just as the gr 4s - small planning meetings to support their thoughts & idea
#MinecraftEDU
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2: First step for me was to re-imagine my room. Desks that encourage rows, GONE. Tables that hold small groups, IN!
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
@MGrundel
We have built a building at spawn and put signs up. The kids built it so you can’t exit without seeing them.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2) ask them to help! Ask for their opinions, ask for their feedback and value their responses. Hold class votes
#MInecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:23 PM EST
A2: Love having students contribute to knowledge base of resources - they create
@snapguide
tutorials
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/hRbHR7O9bu
In reply to @Snapguide
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: I use an empathy build battle. Ss form groups and interview each other. From there, build a unique structure for group
#MInecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: Love to share student's published games, walkthroughs, tutorials
#minecraftedu
https://t.co/hRbHR7O9bu
iwearthecrowns
Nov 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
Cathy, ed tech specialist in NYC, from NJ. Single player survival (w/cheats). /time set day is my favorite command
#MinecraftEdu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: We spend a lot of time discussing as partners, small groups, and whole class. Live video of the activity and Google Docs!
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:24 PM EST
A2: I have sometimes adopted the “pair programming” approach — two students, one computer.
#MinecraftEDU
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
A)2)
#Minecraftedu
also love build challenges in groups for collaboration works wonders, who can build the most symmetrical, highest etc
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
really like that idea - building breaks
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @katjaborregaard
cybraryman1
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
My
#Minecraft
page
https://t.co/HhBsM8b3RT
#MinecraftEDU
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
student voice and choice since it is seldom heard in testing
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @Snapguide
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
Yes, Steve. Ss sharing learning via YouTube and other sources is so true to game and contributes to community
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2 - I love turning successful real life challenges like "Survivor" into
#MinecraftEDU
versions for students.
#7Cs
https://t.co/uIYlS6Vyq5
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
give the child a diamond sword please
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
Hey Jerry!
#minecraftedu
cybraryman1
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
My
#Minecraft
page
https://t.co/HhBsM8b3RT
#MinecraftEDU
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
A1 - establish a clears means of consistent communication with your group and assign 1 or 2 reliable points of contact
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
Love the idea
@BBTNB
! Also love combining
#BreakoutEDU
style challenges in
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:26 PM EST
<3
#minecraftedu
In reply to @iwearthecrowns
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
Hey buddy!
#minecraftedu
@minefaire
#minefaire
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL, @minefaire
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
TY for the share and
@sway
tool
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB, @sway
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:27 PM EST
Amen! and so authentic (don't get me started!)
#minecraftedu
wrenchey
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
student voice and choice since it is seldom heard in testing
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @Snapguide
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
I agree, creating valuable Learning Game environments into the education mix is so powerful.
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:25 PM EST
A2 - I love turning successful real life challenges like "Survivor" into
#MinecraftEDU
versions for students.
#7Cs
https://t.co/uIYlS6Vyq5
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
Welcome Sir! As educators, the most important thing we can provide for learners is feedback via communication
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:28 PM EST
what if we just encourage them to see learning opportunities in all aspects of life?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @GeekMomAndSon
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
Hello my brotha! How are you :D Welcome and thanks for sharing your voice.
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
lynnetelfer
Nov 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
I have this chat showing on the big screen in my class. I'll relay any messages form the students
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
Glad you did! Keep joining us!!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL, @minefaire
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:29 PM EST
And we see learning and fun or learning and games as not mutually exclusive, but one in the same
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi, @PBJellyGames
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
Q3: What are your top 2 or 3 tips for getting Ss to “play nicely” together?
#MinecraftEDU
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
A3: I compare the
#MinecraftEdu
worlds to our classroom and tell Ss that I expect the same behaviour.
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
A2: Students are encouraged to use questioning methods when helping others. Less pointing and direction, more question!
#MinecraftEdu
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
Absolutely!
#MinecraftEdu
I see this as byproduct of games being used in Edu.
In reply to @HikariKishi, @GeekMomAndSon
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
A)3) Play nicely, let Ss create the rules and collaborate together
#minecraftedu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
That’s great
@lynnetelfer
! A big hello to all of your students! :-)
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
thecommonpeople
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
A2 recently - I challenged everyone to go outside and sketch a tree - using MCPE and we were also in a arboretum
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
Hey Crafters in Ms. Telfer’s class, we love to hear your voice! How do you set rules in Minecraft?
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:30 PM EST
they either play nice or get punished lmao
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: I also have more
#MinecraftEdu
experienced students share their experiences with their peers. They give great advice.
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: It starts with creating the culture, and when that doesn't work you can always create a
#minecraft
jail
#minecraftedu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3: Three tips are...Listen, Pause, and Say, "So what are we going to do about this?" Put it on them to solve the problems.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
Can you expand on this? See what I did there, I asked you a Q.
#Socrates
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3 - Start right out of the gate with projects like this Empathy Project & show how
#MinecraftEDU
is a positive tool
https://t.co/5EFeMK9CUF
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3: It is not only when they succeed they celebrate being a team, but also when they struggle. They are always a team.
#MinecraftEdu
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
welcome to the meme team, kids
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @lynnetelfer
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
A3) give them a common goal, keep them engaged, always have a plan b and next stage ready to go!
#MInecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
@mr_issacs
So what do you find is more effective in shaping behavior, carrot or stick (to use 2 items from my inventory)?
#MinecraftEDU
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 8 @ 8:32 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
A2 - a regularly available & and safe space for participants to troubleshoot & ask questions together
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:33 PM EST
Punishment should be a slow fall through cobwebs into a fiery pit of lava. Cheers.
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @pfm2001_, @dkiang
AnIowaTeacher
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
A3: Set norms. What's acceptable behavior? How will we get there? What will we do if there are problems?
#minecraftedu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
Instead of, "Mark make the bird go here." Ask, "So Mark, what are you trying to get the bird to do?" No hands.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
Well put. That pause is such an important skill in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Helps Ss be less reactive.
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi
lynnetelfer
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
Kids responded well to the Grundel Pit of death
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @pfm2001_, @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
I would like to say carrot
#minecraftedu
In reply to @dkiang
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
Great advice
@BlackieChanXBL
Is this a real space in your classroom, or something online? Or in the game?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BlackieChanXBL
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:34 PM EST
Better make it out of bedrock.
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
@mr_issacs
Carrot attached to Fishing rod maybe?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
but the occasional punishment is effective
#minecraftedu
#justsayin
In reply to @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:35 PM EST
Yep!
#minecraftedu
- that's why they put bedrock in the game :)
In reply to @MGrundel
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:36 PM EST
I find often the knowledge that there is a "timeout" spot discourages many behaviors. Be it in game or IRL
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @dkiang
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:37 PM EST
A3: I try to give kids a challenge too big to be solved by any one person.
https://t.co/oznPEgmV45
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
Good Qs! Having asked these helps Ss create a mental movie of what to do when these things happen. Great point!
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
Yes, when action is malicious it is appropriate as the hope of a time out is that there's reflection
#minecraftedu
In reply to @HikariKishi, @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
and trust me - creating culture is first and foremost, but there is a time when it becomes necessary
#minecraftedu
In reply to @HikariKishi, @dkiang
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:38 PM EST
Agreed with Doug. Many times behaviors stem from activities that are not stretching them. Challenge them!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @dkiang
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
Great snipit from that ISTE article
@dkiang
Rules can be very simple!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
Absolutely...there is no 100% behavior proof method.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @dkiang
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
In our first session Ss watched the video titled Ss centred learning on education Minecraft net- Ss understand why we use
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
If the issue persisted, maybe, but there are approaches to try prior
#minecraftedu
In reply to @KayGibson01, @dkiang
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4: How do you engage students who are not comfortable in Minecraft? (Or: How do you introduce Ss who are new to Minecraft?)
#MinecraftEdu
katjaborregaard
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
A4: I tell them that if I can do it they can too. Kids catch on super fast even if they haven't used Minecraft before.
#MinecraftEdu
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
A)4) I find the tutorial worlds are great to help new players to MC and Ss team up with a 'learning partner'
#minecraftedu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
The more complicated the rules, the more time you spend sorting out the right and wrong. Get in the game!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB, @dkiang
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
time outs teach nothing. now, it's just a waste of time. the child does not learn from it anymore
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @HikariKishi, @dkiang
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
usually they don't regret it either
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In reply to @mr_isaacs, @HikariKishi, @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
should be simple - good point!
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:39 PM EST
Great snipit from that ISTE article
@dkiang
Rules can be very simple!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:41 PM EST
I would have to disagree there. Again, not every method works 100% of the time for 100% of Ss.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @pfm2001_, @mr_isaacs, @dkiang
GeekMomAndSon
Nov 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
.
@HikariKishi
@PBJellyGames
So true💗So proud of GeekSon in all he's accomplished w/
#geekschooling
, excelling in all subjects w/
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi, @PBJellyGames
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:42 PM EST
A4: Tutorial World is great, YouTube is an excellent source, and Driver/Navigator Model (pair Ss up on 1 comp)
#MInecraftEDU
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4: This comes back to our team/collab concept. Also, MC is not the first thing we do in the year. So they have had practice.
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:44 PM EST
A4 - I always ask the nervous rookies "Who do you want to be today?" and point out
#MinecraftEDU
is that safe place.
#Empowering
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
deja vu :)
#minecraftedu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q4: How do you engage students who are not comfortable in Minecraft? (Or: How do you introduce Ss who are new to Minecraft?)
#MinecraftEdu
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:45 PM EST
A4: I have found more often than not, when a Ss is hesitant or new, a Ss leaders will step up and be incredibly helpful.
#MinecraftEdu
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
A4) there are many different ways to introduce Minecraft before starting to 'survive' or 'build'
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
A4: In my class
#minecraft
tends to be a choice for projects, so no pressure - but other kids playing raises level of intrigue
#minecraftedu
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
so i can be whatever i want?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @BBTNB
thecommonpeople
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
#MinecraftEdu
A4 Just discovered annotated 3D web based models and will be using that for Non Minecraft audience -
https://t.co/UUD2UKeNkT
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
With 1 griefer I realized it was a cop-out to let him leave when ppl were mad at him. Staying in our world he was accountable
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
Tutorial world is awesome for Ss and staff- a fun way to learn or lurk
#MinecraftEDU
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
A4: This type of approach does so much for both the new Ss and the leader. Often the one helping is not your typical "leader"
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
A4:
#minecraft
is so scalable that kids can join at easy point of entry and grow with the game- happens pretty naturally
#minecraftedu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:47 PM EST
In
#MinecraftEDU
you can be a lowly cave worker or an Empress ruling the entire kingdom!
#NoLimits
A great example for life!
In reply to @pfm2001_
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:48 PM EST
A4: I find it’s so important for me not to assume that all kids are comfortable w
#MinecraftEDU
or will adjust quickly just bc they’re kids
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
This gets categorized under, "Know Thy Student" As I am sure you saw right away and made adjustments!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @dkiang
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
all of those were built tho
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In reply to @KayGibson01
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:49 PM EST
Oh yes! Great catch on that. Accountability is very key.
#MinecraftEdu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:46 PM EST
With 1 griefer I realized it was a cop-out to let him leave when ppl were mad at him. Staying in our world he was accountable
#MinecraftEDU
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
Q5: What opportunities might we create for students to share their work in Minecraft (with each other, with the world?)
#MinecraftEDU
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
A)5) I would still love to see MC Quad World Sharing based on Quad Blogging for sharing with the world
#minecraftedu
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
Go into the saves folder and put the world on a flash drive, or dropbox/mediafire
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
Mr_JSpike
Nov 8 @ 8:50 PM EST
Cast YOUR vote tonight at 8 PM CST on
#gbedchat
- every question is a poll of about education!
#Survivor
#MinecraftEDU
#aasdchat
#wdpchat
PBJellyGames
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
I just don't see Minecraft's effectiveness in rehashing images. But there is some value in manipulating them
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @KayGibson01
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
A5: As often as I can, I have been including my Ss in presentations and conference appearances.
#MinecraftEdu
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
A5: Students can share through
@youtube
@snapguide
etc. I share kids work often!
https://t.co/hRbHR7O9bu
#studentshowcase
#minecraftedu
In reply to @YouTube, @Snapguide
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 8 @ 8:51 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
A3 - making sure everyone is aware everyone has more time for fun when working together & solving issues together
KayGibson01
Nov 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
A4) the flip side is some Ss may have 'outgrown' Minecraft. The trick here is to show them how vast the possibilities can be
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
A5: I love to have students publish their completed games / adventure maps to hosting sites like planet minecraft
#minecraftedu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
Yes
@HikariKishi
I have been in your workshops and your students are wonderfully patient with adults!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @HikariKishi
pfm2001_
Nov 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
I've used resource packs and Adobe Lightroom with MC screenshots. My Digital Arts teacher thought it was interesting.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @PBJellyGames, @KayGibson01
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:52 PM EST
A5: This summer, Ss used shared docs and screen capture software to present the learning and experience to the school.
#MinecraftEdu
BBTNB
Nov 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5 - I loved your quote
@dkiang
"Minecraft is not where they are learning but rather where they are demonstrating learning!"
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
Yes, this is an easy assumption that is made often, “all Ss are experts in MC.” Not true. We're responsible for them
#MInecraftEDU
In reply to @dkiang
mr_isaacs
Nov 8 @ 8:53 PM EST
A5: My class youtube channel:
https://t.co/HpUmijSUcj
#gdwams
#studentshowcase
#minecraftedu
dkiang
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:54 PM EST
Totally agree. Some of my HS kids haven’t played since middle school but are surprised at how deep it gets.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @KayGibson01
a_minshall
Nov 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
A)5) Could we setup a WorldWide
@msonenote
we could all drop resources and screenshots of world into it to build resource bank
#minecraftedu
In reply to @msonenote
BlackieChanXBL
Nov 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
#MinecraftEDU
A4 - we encouraged those who were well versed in minecraft to assist & teach the newer less experienced players
HikariKishi
Nov 8 @ 8:55 PM EST
I am still finding rabbit holes to go down...and get lost in MC for hours!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @dkiang, @KayGibson01
MGrundel
- Moderator
Nov 8 @ 8:56 PM EST
A5: Empower Ss through presentations, in class and on YouTube. I brought 2 Ss to
#Minefaire
to present w/ me.
#MInecraftEDU
