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Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #XPlap chat! So excited 2 dive into XPLAP tech tools. Introduce yourself & share one of your favorite tech tools.

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Michael Matera 6th Grade World History @USMSpark Awesome tech tool I am loving right now is multicam app #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

For this discussion we will use the standard Q1 A1 format.This chat will be storified at the end& posted to https://t.co/eq7KuEpEbG #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Carrie ~ Pflugerville, TX ~ 6th World Cultures ~ exhausted from storms that hit last night in TX! Loving @GetKahoot #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Nick Davis instructional coach, IA so excited to be your guest host tonight,one of my favorite tech tools is @seesaw #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Matt, 7th grade American history. Big fan of @GetKahoot, screencast-o-matic, & website designing tools like Weebly & Wix #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Greetings #XPlap I'm Stefanie from Peoria, IL & I teach 2nd grade. Soooo man fav tech tools but love @GetKahoot @padlet & @quizlet

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @GetKahoot Welcome Carrie glad to have you back #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @GetKahoot Glad to have you back Carrie and I have to agree I love Kahoot #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Nick Baskwill NS Canada, love @classcraftgame #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot Check out Hype 3.5 if you have a mac it is a great web tool. SUPER POWERFUL #xplap

burgessdave Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Adding #gamification such as described in #XPLAP is another example of The Reese's Effect!! https://t.co/lnG5Fn6AMc #PlayLAP #tlap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @GetKahoot wouldn't miss it. #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Jestin VanScoyoc HS Science @Schoology #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot Using Wix for my new game. Totally in love with it. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot Welcome Matt huge fan of @Kahoot as well #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Tracy Zordan HS Science from Mtl - lurking from a meeting tonight - Explain Everything is my fav app - super powerful #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer @GetKahoot @padlet @quizlet YEAH! we have the champ in the house…. Won #XPLAP adventure quest by 55pts over @Slapshot99 WOW

TechieAnna Apr 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Anna from San Antonio - love apps like telestory and toontastic #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill @classcraftgame Nick, did you find out yet if you will be attending @USMSpark hope to have you there! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot WIX is powerful my friend @KamFultz uses it in very effective ways. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@TechieAnna Welcome Anna, I hope you find a new home here at #XPLAP we are a great community of educators helping each other bring our best.

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@mrmatera @TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot @KamFultz Beginning of a few new games for me: https://t.co/69Je1mWaoV #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@TechieAnna Awesome Anna welcome to this awesome community of educators. I have not heard of telestory, thanks for sharing #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@mrmatera @RLTaylor94 @GetKahoot @KamFultz I use Weebly with my Ss for user friendliness but Wix is powerful #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Thanks! :) Tried for the first time today lots of gaming potential and ways to beat the clock/each other! #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@mrmatera @classcraftgame @USMSpark not yet, it will be early May, I plan to book a spot and cancel if I have to #xplap fingers crossed!

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @mrmatera @TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot @KamFultz This looks amazing!! Do tell. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@TracyZordan Thanks for Lurking Tracy #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @RLTaylor94 @TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot @KamFultz Agreed sweet job! #XPLAP

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Jeff from NS Canada. Nick stole mine, so I'll say @quizizz. I'll be in and out tonight. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill @mrmatera @classcraftgame @USMSpark Yes!! Fellow Nova Scotian is back Thanks for joining in #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@MrHennigar @quizizz Jeff great to have you in the chat tonight. #XPLAP is better with you in it!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1 will be coming your way in 2 minutes!! Can’t wait to get started! #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

This is crazy awesome… Way to go on this one! You hit it right out of the park. #XPLAP power to the max https://t.co/ii1eT30I5d

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @mrmatera @TheShoe_CMS @GetKahoot @KamFultz Thanks! Work in progress. Jurassic World is up but plan more! Password is delta

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Here’s Q1!! #XPLAP https://t.co/Z6o8V3WsLt

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mrmatera Thanks! That means a great deal! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Come join in the fun on #XPLAP chat tonight. Discussing Tech in the #Gamified classroom. https://t.co/nhXhiTZ8lD

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1 will be coming your way in 2 minutes!! Can’t wait to get started! #XPlap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@mrmatera thanks Michael, you've built a great community! #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: as a gafe school classroom is great for sharing missions and info with kids they know it as home base #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Google classroom (Message Module) has helped with distributing all of my quests and google forms for streamlining #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Carrie Baughcum 6/7/8 Extended Resource Teacher @AHSD25South ...favorite tech tool?! How to I pick?! #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: I use Wix to streamline assignments/components and schoology for content. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Workflow is HUGE for me… I am always thinking of ways to streamline my work flow. Great tool is here: https://t.co/VT7b5fQlWl #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: @classcraftgame has really been my launching board into this amazing world. #googleclassroom also #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Big fan of the #gafe #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@TracyZordan LOVE Explain Everything! Have you tried the new collaborative one?! So awesome! #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: @classcraftgame gives us the stability with the classroom management to use their tools and build off it #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Google Classroom is my go to. @classcraft now integrates Classroom, so I'm planning to try to combine the 2. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrBold05 I agree Adam it has been pretty easy in keeping everything organized in the Ss folders #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Shameless plug for my #gamification control panel on https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt it helps me keep pts straight. #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Love Google drive/docs/drawings/sheets/forms etc. & my classroom blog! I'm also piloting @CanvasLMS #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome On my to do list.. #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Trying to fold laundry and chat with ##xplap chat....Laundry is so not getting folded!!!

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@mrmatera This looks AMAZING! I have been eyeing it for sure. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome @TracyZordan Really!! there is a collaborative one I need to check it out #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Hi #XPlap! Sorry I'm a little late, just got home. A1: I use Google Classroom and Sites and Sheets so basically anything Google!

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@mrmatera agreed with out it I would not have been ready to roll my game out this year! #XPlap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@mrmatera I can vouch for it as well. VERY impressive spreadsheet. #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

He's not lying!!!#xplap https://t.co/Mp6DQzarQX

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@TechieAnna Welcome Anna, I hope you find a new home here at #XPLAP we are a great community of educators helping each other bring our best.

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Almost done with crazy new feature to https://t.co/DmS6LC8eTh just you wait. This will blow you minds… #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Thanks Adam. I am glad it helped… I couldn’t do it without it as well. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@mrmatera Well, since my hope of winning were dashed will have to look into the piggy bank :( #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca Welcome Rebecca we'll just dock you 10 Health Points for being tardy #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2 will be in 2 minutes #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Just came out - will make it even more powerful #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @GauthierRebecca That is funny. #XPLAP

meyerisland Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#xplap Good evening folks, long time no tweet, alas, my apologies. But only 7 weeks until @USMSpark !!!

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 ahh man! Well maybe I can do a side quest to gain some more xp. #XPlap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: Has to be google forms, QR codes and Google Sheets #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@meyerisland @USMSpark Excited to see everyone at @USMSpark #XPlap family reunion

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 YES!! Love Classroom #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I forget about QR codes. Used one earlier this week! #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@carrieokiekingdid it work well? I didn't like how before in classcraft Ss could say they were done and automatically get the XP #xplap

andreakornowski Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I second google forms. Awesome for data collection and love the summary graphs. #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Classroom is a great tool to use as a landing pad for all things Gamificaiton... also a great landing pad #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Here’s Q2 #xplap https://t.co/DHueLswg0S

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I hid some QR codes around school this last unit and told Ss they could earn something for following the rabbit trail #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @HeckAwesome I like this idea!! #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A1 Schoology and Google apps. We're not a GAFE school yet :-/ but I use Google tools A LOT. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Will be in touch about your prize… I am getting in my my T-Shirts this week and want that to be 1 part of the prize. #XPLAP

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@mrmatera @meyerisland @USMSpark the line up looks awesome! With a newborn at home in not traveling to far for a while! #nextyear #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#XPlapPowerUP Great idea and need to save that one. #XPLAP https://t.co/z32o9O6xkg

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I hid some QR codes around school this last unit and told Ss they could earn something for following the rabbit trail #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Google forms, @GetKahoot, Adobe Captivate #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: @getkahoot, @quizizz have been great for PvP mini games and Goose Chase for scavenger hunts #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@MrHennigar @meyerisland @USMSpark We will be here and hopefully so will everyone else because it is a great conference! @USMSpark #XPLAP

meyerisland Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#xplap A2. I just learned today about websites / tools possibly for @breakoutedu - snotes, myrebus, and festiste that I can't wait to try

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@mrmatera I've got a plan for the black death next year with QR codes. Ss will watch the disease spread #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, jumping in late from MN. Have been gamifying my ELS classes for a month. Loving every minute. #xplap @mrmatera

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: Tic-Tac-Toe, Boss Battles, #kahoot, jeopardy to name a few. #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 Right now @ProdigyGame is our favorite. For whole class games I love #jeopardylabs, @GetKahoot or @quizizz #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Looks like I need to check out @quizizz !! #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: lots of Google forms and Georgia guessed or finder something like that #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Thanks for joining in the fun Sandy! #XPLAP https://t.co/gf0NmJizAq

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, jumping in late from MN. Have been gamifying my ELS classes for a month. Loving every minute. #xplap @mrmatera

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @mrmatera SO cool! I would love to see that unfold! #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 now ya got me thinking....how fantastic would it be to gamify a twitter chat ...hehehehe #xplap @mrmatera

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @mrmatera I may LOVE this idea even MORE! #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@MrHennigar @ProdigyGame @GetKahoot @quizizz Our Ss are in love with @ProdigyGame right now! #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@carrieokieking lots of fun potential...for sure! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS Love it… Need to hear more about this one. #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@mrmatera Your control panel has been completely amazing! Could not have organized my point system without it. Ss love it. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @mrmatera ooo I want to know more! Heading into the dark ages next week! #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Congrats on winning the #xplap Adventure Quest I was coming for you, if we only had 1 more ? https://t.co/dvffVt4Qav

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Will be in touch about your prize… I am getting in my my T-Shirts this week and want that to be 1 part of the prize. #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

...and loggin points and fines too!! #xplap https://t.co/YXN6QuRUeG

andreakornowski Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I second google forms. Awesome for data collection and love the summary graphs. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I love google docs with links written in white text… makes for perfect easter eggs. Does this count as a tech tool? #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Gosh I miss the first 2 minutes of #xplap and Im already behind!!! #AllTheIdeas !!!!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 Tell me more about Adobe Captivate? #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Just you wait… I am releasing a huge feature in about a week. You will love it and your kids will go nuts. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Joining in #xplap to get inspiration and ideas. Thinking of a new game/quest for Shakespeare unit starting next week.

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @mrmatera that would be awesome! Sounds like a great idea! #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: Love Kahoot for this but I'm still non tech on most my mini games #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Great little app where you can build whole classes or you can build simple games. Really cool! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor Glad to have you here. Thank you so much for your review of #XPLAP on Amazon. I was #honored and #humbled.

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

LOVE IT!!!! #xplap https://t.co/UXhJCsfo80

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I hid some QR codes around school this last unit and told Ss they could earn something for following the rabbit trail #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @HeckAwesome This sounds awesome,I bet their curiosity was through the roof #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A2 #kahoot is our go-to for PvP games though really its Guild v Guild #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Thank you so much! Man what a close game and great competition! :) Oh I was ready!! :) #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mrmatera thinking the same thing! #InMyIdeaVault #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Missing my crew! Jumping in late to the chat! #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

My pleasure. Just being truthful your book and #xplap chats have inspired me so much. https://t.co/gEcxrZsXln

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor Glad to have you here. Thank you so much for your review of #XPLAP on Amazon. I was #honored and #humbled.

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q3 will be in 2 mins #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@mrmatera Now that's quite the pirate teaser hook! Excited!#xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome @TheShoe_CMS Maybe we should cut a QR code into three pieces & hide them… This could be a great addition to @breakoutEDU #XPLAP

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@tishrich I got here before you? #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@tishrich We've missed you too!! @Slapshot99 is doing great (but watch out he's fining Health pts for being late ;) ) #xplap

andreakornowski Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@mrmatera That's genius. #xplap https://t.co/nrHowN1nne

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome @TheShoe_CMS Maybe we should cut a QR code into three pieces & hide them… This could be a great addition to @breakoutEDU #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Can you say more about this - when you say links is it like a QR code? I was thinking of using a cipher #xplap https://t.co/UBMl0WTC1G

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I love google docs with links written in white text… makes for perfect easter eggs. Does this count as a tech tool? #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@jvanscoyoc Have you tried their new team feature @GetKahoot ? #xplap

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Jumping in for a bit for the first time. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@andreakornowski Thanks! I am glad to have you at #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@techyturner This is an awesome group! Welcome! #xplap

cybraryman1 Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

My Games in Education page https://t.co/KAIWaqE5or #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @jvanscoyoc @GetKahoot We used the team feature last week and it didn't disappoint. So much fun! #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Here’s Q3 #xplap https://t.co/ki6gRsCUZT

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 Nice! Thanks for sharing! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor No, give the doc to the kids… with info you want on it but somewhere I have a word written in white no one sees it! #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Excited to hear from everyone on this one!! Looking to expand #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3: Used #googleclassroom to launch my side quests & got science Ts in on one that our curriculum overlapped with theirs. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 Jerry thanks for joining in the convo #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@techyturner WELCOME!!!! #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @Slapshot99 @jvanscoyoc @GetKahoot that is on my to-try list! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@techyturner Welcome Rodney! #XPLAP is filled with great teachers who want to make a change tomorrow! Practical = powerful!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: Ss use Lego Movie, app dice for an app smash, #googlecardboard apps #xplap

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 Thanks. Been following, actually lurking this whole time. @TracyZordan knows what that is about. #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: Love Playposit (educanon) for interactive videos. Great for side quests. #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@carrieokieking I love this idea! Have you ever done any side quests w/ PE, Art or Music Ts?! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

BOOM! First sighting of @cybraryman1 on #XPLAP I feel like that is worth 100,000,000 points! https://t.co/N0WcGbUG37

cybraryman1 Apr 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

My Games in Education page https://t.co/KAIWaqE5or #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: Ss can create their own videos. Here are 10 different video projects I've had my 8th grade Ss create https://t.co/qATlVhhTHN #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: using google my maps, draw, forms mostly for side quests #XPLAP

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@mrmatera Great! I'll follow all of you and learn more. #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A3: I tend to stay consistent w/ my tech tool uses. I need my Ss to endure and be successful with tech and focus on the quest #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer @carrieokieking Never thought of including another T. What a great idea! #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer No……Ooh, I could we are about to study New Zealand. Mind in overdrive as to how to incorporate the Haka into PE. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 never heard of this one. Thanks for sharing it with us. #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: Hyped up our April side quest. Posted on @Schoology , where Ss turned them in. They used GOogke slides, docs,etc to complete. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@mrmatera Thanks - so there are all different clues on the docs that can lead to another puzzle or quest? #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 Have you tried @EDpuzzle or @zaption for interactive videos for side quests. Pretty awesome #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3:I like telling them a title of an app or tool and leaving them to figure it out for the quest., #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I need to do the same thing. I intro new tech a lot, probably too much. #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: Hyped up our April side quest. Posted on @Schoology , where Ss turned them in. They used Google slides, docs,etc to complete. #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@carrieokieking Love! You will have to share and keep up posted! #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Great ideas!!!! #TakingNotes #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: I've been playing with some app-smashing on #gafe #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3b "Paper slide videos", stop motion animation, augmented reality like aurasma many of my side quests have been hands on though. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome Great advice I need to remember this sometime #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 that makes me think...Edpuzzle would be great for side quests too! #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@mrmatera and a power up! @cybraryman1 #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @EDpuzzle @zaption I have tried them both. All three are similar with small differences. All great for side quests. #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Ss use docs, slides, Google draw, etc. to accomplish something new #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@techyturner Woot! Glad to see you #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

I love using Garageband with students. and my personal fav if they can is the software Pages on a mac. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Every semester I try out new tools &give Ss choices in which to use like @SymbalooEDU or @ThingLink #Xplap https://t.co/DbQWDgzSAY

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome I need to do the same thing. I intro new tech a lot, probably too much. #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3 iMovie, LEGO movie maker, various comic book creators, @GamestarMech #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@MrHennigar I saw aurasma at a conference recently. Very interested in figuring that out this summer for a side quest. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS What apps do you include in your app smash? #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Just lurking on #xplap while doing the dishes. Some great ideas here!

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome @RLTaylor94 Oh, yes. Ss can annotate their own videos relevant to inquiry/sidequest #XPlap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q4 will be in 2 mins #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

My notepad is quickly filling up from all of the fantastic ideas. #EduHeroes in #XPLAP community.

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@jvanscoyoc @GamestarMech LEGO movie maker is amazing for how much power it has. Ss LOVE it! #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 another great addition to #BreakoutEDU games as well! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@LisaBerghoff Thanks Lisa! Always welcome to join us #XPLAP is a great community.

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@MrHennigar I so want to do aurasma with my students. Any resources you recommend or like? #xplap

andreakornowski Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Love using screencastify to create videos for quest instructions. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@mrmatera Is pages as good on the Ipad as it is on the Mac? #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Google docs, draw, slides, etc. right now. Experimenting with add-ons & extensions & adding videos. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

So true! I am really proud of the #XPLAP community. Each week we come up with such useable, real ideas. Congrats! https://t.co/O9PHBwPnnU

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

My notepad is quickly filling up from all of the fantastic ideas. #EduHeroes in #XPLAP community.

andreakornowski Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Need to use green screen for more creative video creation. #xplap

BBTNB Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

If you like Garageband you and your students will LOVE @Soundtrap #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor or we can set it up @EDpuzzle with a variety of directions and tasks. @RLTaylor94 #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@andreakornowski I love using screencastify for Ss reflection as well #xplap

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A3 I suggest to use Google Keep for notes and ideas then sharing them among the team. #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @mrmatera I find it much easier on my macbook. Workable on the iPad certainly #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@BBTNB @Soundtrap Thanks! #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Here’s Q4 #xplap https://t.co/exIYHdyO9w

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Jumping off for a question or two to tuck my son into bed. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@techyturner Thanks Rodney I will have to check this out! #XPLAP

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@mrmatera @StefaniePitzer would love to buy a shirt to help promote #xplap such a big fan and want to help spread the word!

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @andreakornowski Love this idea! #xplap I love how this chat always get my gears working in overdrive!

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@carrieokieking you will be missed but your son will love ya for it! #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: quick: Pages, more detail Adobe Illustrator and then post them on schoology. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @jvanscoyoc @GamestarMech My Ss love it and its so easy to use #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

.@BBTNB I just discovered @soundtrap. Love! Kids did a podcast project. Easy and the end projects were top notch! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Pages and canva! #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer @Slapshot99 Congrats #1 & 2! Couldn't keep my lead :( Wed Qs got me #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@LisaBerghoff WELCOME!!!! Great to see you here! I have dishes too if you'd like some bonus points! #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @andreakornowski I've been meaning to look into @RecapThat for student reflections. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: I use microsoft publisher and google draw to make my badges #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@LisaBerghoff @BBTNB @soundtrap Super excited to check this one out! Thanks for sharing it. #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I second that!!! #xplap https://t.co/RkMzxpZzeH

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @andreakornowski Love this idea! #xplap I love how this chat always get my gears working in overdrive!

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I don't use badges with the gaming I do in my classroom but would love 2have Ss design badges &then make into stickers classes #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Google draw. There are lots of sites to get free stock images online. #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4 Love Google Draw for this. #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

.@HeckAwesome Always glad to jump in when I see you are here:) Trying not to get my phone wet! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A4: best software on any computer is Apple Pages! SUPER Powerful truly a must. Maybe I should do a vlog about that one! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@MrHennigar @Slapshot99 @andreakornowski @RecapThat I needed that this past month w/Ss Lit Group accountability. Ss used @vine #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@TracyZordan @Slapshot99 Good Game *Air Virtual High Five!* There were some tricky ones especially there toward the end. #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mrmatera I use Pages every day, more than Illustrator! #xplap

Colemama Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@mrmatera Please do - I use very rarely but know it has much more power! :) #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

.@TeachingFactor Check out https://t.co/m16XcrOcab #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@MrHennigar And also the google image research tool is an added bonus for copyright #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@Colemama I am on it… Consider it done! Always happy to help out #XPLAP

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A4 Found @canva again and love it. #xplap https://t.co/X0UWsjjhyq

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4: Pages and canva! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@LisaBerghoff Thanks I will check it out #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@techyturner @canva On my to try list #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Another tool could be google maps #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I agree correct spelling, no spaces use back slash #xplap https://t.co/PR6PnbufnJ

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@TracyZordan @Slapshot99 Good Game *Air Virtual High Five!* There were some tricky ones especially there toward the end. #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4 I make mine with Google Draw #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@TracyZordan @techyturner @canva Go do it now… I use that weekly! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MrHennigar That's cool, what are you using to create them? Are you just linking videos to QR codes or is their an app you are using? #XPlap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mrmatera Use this constantly in social studies! Start class with quick google map games. #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mrmatera I am a huge applet user but have never used pages would be awesome to see how and examples #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Here’s Q5 #xplap https://t.co/JqXxc8QMsr

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @mrmatera Hid hyperlinks in google classroom with clues that lead to location on google maps. So fun! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Will be happy to make this vlog entry. It is nice to know that people will use it and find it helpful. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@tishrich @RLTaylor94 Nice job! Way to lay some easter eggs around. #XPLAP

cybraryman1 Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Great idea to have students design own badges. My Badges page https://t.co/Nugk3vwEo5 #xplap https://t.co/aoMItT0ZXh

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

I don't use badges with the gaming I do in my classroom but would love 2have Ss design badges &then make into stickers classes #xplap

Colemama Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@TracyZordan @techyturner @canva OH, this is definitely one of my favs!! Just do it! :) #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5:@mrmatera’s spreadsheet is the bomb!!!You can get it at https://t.co/jrLCEToalC Looking at maybe using @classcraftgame 4 Avatars #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 you are rocking #XPLAP chat tonight! Thanks so much for hosting!

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@mrmatera yes! Google my maps is a great tool! And no I don't work for Google but it feels like tonight I might. #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@TracyZordan Love @canva I used it when hosting #tlap chat a few weeks ago. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Thanks for the kind remarks toward my sheet. Crazy new feature coming in about a week. This is seriously a game changer. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: @classcraftgame does a great job tracking xp, hp, and gold pieces for us! #xplap It would be cool if we could hide totals from the Ss

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5: Google Sheets (connected to forms) #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Now its about get real! The amazing #xplap chat host is here @tishrich

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#XPLAP crew: Great free class on EDX from MIT for game design Also a forum dedicated to educators if anyone is interested.

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I used androidify for avatars Ss liked but no good way for add ons #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: I use google sheets to organize xp. Works really well once you know how to write the formulas. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Am writing a PD grant to work on gamification - hope to spend time looking into all these ways #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca something I'm not good with. Just need more practice. #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca Or know formula gurus ;) #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@TracyZordan Good luck! My teammate @hollyhuval and I wrote one and we are still waiting to hear back. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @GauthierRebecca Check out the sheet on https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt as it has so many built in features it is crazy… #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @GauthierRebecca I'm in the same boat! I need a webinar/class #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A5: I use @classcraftgame to catalogue all the points &powers. Sidequests have their own leaderboard I create w/Google Spreadsheets #Xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@carrieokieking you'll get there! I am still learning a lot about it. The more you use it the easier it is. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@carrieokieking Thnx - is due next week - fingers crossed #XPLAP

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A4 Another tool @nounproject #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

That sounds awesome:-) #xplap https://t.co/NGr6Y3tRXZ

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Am writing a PD grant to work on gamification - hope to spend time looking into all these ways #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Here’s Q6 #xplap https://t.co/mFZS8aGVcM

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@TracyZordan this is very true! #xplap

KamFultz Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: @mrmatera 's google sheets. It's the best and keeps getting better! Had to drop by after seeing some of your great ideas. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@tishrich -40 HP Extreme Tardy #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: Videos are great for on boarding, to set a scene and bring about suspense or whatever emotion you want to evoke. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Ok, I love creating videos… They are good for so many reasons. Get kids excited… Great to email to parents as well. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @tishrich but +40 for sheer awesomeness! #XPLAP

ms_e_a Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 I designed (& made available to others to use) my own class website which designs badges, collects evidence & tracks XP! #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: My Ss taught me about #powtoon ~enjoyed the tool. Although I can't wait to try some of the ones mentioned tonight. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: True story....@mrmatera has a super duper amazing XP tracking system on https://t.co/prCakU8uj6. #xplap https://t.co/CQdFh777qC

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @GauthierRebecca Check out the sheet on https://t.co/9r1XK8i0qt as it has so many built in features it is crazy… #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@mrmatera @carrieokieking this is true! @mrmatera's sheet is crazy cool!!!! Nothing compared to mine. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Everyone welcome @KamFultz… She is a #gamifiction powerhouse. I teach 6th grade with her. She has #gamified her entire course. #XPLAP

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A5: I've used @mrmatera's sheet in the past and it was awesome! Exploring @classcraft this year. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: I used videos for an inspirational message, feedback, welcome message and ss created vlogs for reflection of learning #xplap

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: Love being able to share videos w/ families. Keeps everyone on same page w/ vocabulary & more! Helps the learning continue #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

.@ms_e_a @Slapshot99 That sounds amazing!! I would love to see an example. #xplap

KamFultz Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6: Ss create tutorials for other Ss. A great sidequest/ learning extension. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 These have been great. #XPLAP

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A6 I just made a break out vid were cnn sn was hacked with a msg from the bad guys, Ss made a video of the declaration as a break up #XPLAP

cybraryman1 Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Take more advantage of the techspertise of students. My Student Tech Help page https://t.co/sgULo25AgO #xplap https://t.co/ybG3kuGDmO

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6: My Ss taught me about #powtoon ~enjoyed the tool. Although I can't wait to try some of the ones mentioned tonight. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: part 2 Here is an example made by my Ss https://t.co/L3oCBpzI1Y #xplap

techyturner Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I will have to use this tip! #xplap https://t.co/r4R79JOWhx

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @mrmatera Hid hyperlinks in google classroom with clues that lead to location on google maps. So fun! #xplap

Colemama Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@TracyZordan Great - look fwd to hearing more about it! : ) #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Ts can use videos to create their quests/challenges. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Videos are also great for ss who struggle talking in front of a group. W/ a video they can redo it as many times as needed to get it #XPLAP

pankaj_infoshor Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#XPLAP chat 300 Posts @Slapshot99 2 RT @StefaniePitzer 1 RT Active @mrmatera 52 @Slapshot99 43 https://t.co/eXqmYOmcAE

ms_e_a Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@LisaBerghoff @Slapshot99 My class site is https://t.co/mW5xtj9AJo or example for use for PD at https://t.co/bFnCg2wn1M #XPLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@tishrich @RLTaylor94 @mrmatera LOVE this idea and must try! #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@tishrich Thanks! Figured I'd try while so many ideas are still swirling around my brain #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: I create intro videos for my game. Ss create videos explaining vocab, demo recipes & methods, creating team trailers. #XPLAP

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: Videos also add a great visual element and even eliminate the reading component. Great for a variety of learners. #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6:For Ss: to show learning, and reflect on acticities. For Ts it can be great to progress the gamified storyline, or as a #tlap hook #xplap

LisaBerghoff Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

.@cybraryman1 Is there a page you don't have?? Your resources are amazing. Thank you! #xplap #grateful https://t.co/OD28oeGi45

cybraryman1 Apr 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Take more advantage of the techspertise of students. My Student Tech Help page https://t.co/sgULo25AgO #xplap https://t.co/ybG3kuGDmO
- carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT
  
  A6: My Ss taught me about #powtoon ~enjoyed the tool. Although I can't wait to try some of the ones mentioned tonight. #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Love the videos that come from your class. Great Work #xplap https://t.co/rdv4AXu06T

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: I create intro videos for my game. Ss create videos explaining vocab, demo recipes & methods, creating team trailers. #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@KamFultz @mrmatera Welcome Kami, @mrmatera speaks highly of you and your class, I can't wait to meet you at @USMSpark #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Declaration of Independence as a break up letter made by a Ss #xplap https://t.co/95imMTVYzk

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: Great video for @USMSpark was fun to create and good to spread the word. #XPLAP https://t.co/diYNGlzwMs

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@mrmatera never thought to video parents! GREAT Idea!!! #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca I always include a video option in work menus. #xplap

jvanscoyoc Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 Ts videos for onboarding help set the pace and with some good audio set a mood. I just think they're fun :-) #xplap

MrHennigar Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

I'm heading out crew. Thanks for all the great ideas! I'll revisit the storify so make sure I don't forget any! #xplap

mpilakow Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

The @classcraftgame crew hosts tomorrow's #games4ed. There's still time to level up your classes! #XPLAP https://t.co/oSPvjVJNYC

TracyZordan Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@KamFultz Yes! Some of my Ss have create tutorials as well. Nothing shows learning like teaching others. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

This is fantastic!! #xplap https://t.co/SKVuI6xlPc

MrBold05 Apr 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Declaration of Independence as a break up letter made by a Ss #xplap https://t.co/95imMTVYzk

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Here is my welcome video to students and parents before school starts. https://t.co/kgFUDm84Bz @HeckAwesome #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Such an amazing convo tonight ! Last question Here’s Q7 #xplap https://t.co/5VOKE21lWi

TheShoe_CMS Apr 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6. Next year's classroom is set in a dystopian future. Excited to make some vids for that! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A7: imovie is great for ipads! User friendly and integrates great with google classroom #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Yes! I work w/@jbfc_ny. They have a great curriculum for image, sound, & Story. Ss always making videos #xplap https://t.co/7XEvwGqaSl

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: Videos also add a great visual element and even eliminate the reading component. Great for a variety of learners. #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mrmatera Welcome @KamFultz !!! Michael speaks so highly of you and the gamification you do!!! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS z That is going to be cool. Can’t wait to see them posted here on #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@HeckAwesome This is one of my all time favorite @mrmatera video creations! #xplap

HeckAwesome Apr 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@KamFultz love videos as tutorials!!! #xplap