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tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #XPLAP book study CH 10! Introduce yourself & share one thing you love about #gamification. https://t.co/WaTTrEWVPa

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Tisha Richmond, Culinary teacher, OR Love how #XPLAP makes learning come alive for Ss!

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Micheal Matera World History Teacher Author of https://t.co/YeEnRaOBBZ I love how Ss discover many new talents and interests. #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Nick Baskwill, Grade 5 NS, Canada, Love the excitement from the Ss about what might happen today #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Gina from Cincy! Love how students live the content when gamification is in play #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Matt from Missouri. 7th grade American History. Love seeing Ss getting into the scenarios and driving content. #xplap

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@mrmatera @tishrich hello! How do you address teams with uneven # of Ss in Gamification? #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill Welcome back and I would have to agree with you… Love the power of anticipation. #XPLAP

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jay, MS science. I'm just going to agree with what everyone else said. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

YES!!! “Live the content” now that is epic… Love how #XPLAP and #Gamification does that for students. https://t.co/kRsRWis0jO

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Gina from Cincy! Love how students live the content when gamification is in play #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Howdy crew, Nick Davis an instructional coach from Iowa, I like how the adventure can change with a single spark of an idea #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Rebecca Gauthier Green Bay,WI middle school S.S. Love how it ss ask for more work #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:03 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/XJLKHbxaZM #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Carrie~Pflugerville, TX~6th World Cultures ~ love how excited the Ss get, Ss are getting better w/ teamwork & learning is evident. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 Nick, nice to see you again… #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 One of my favorite things about games. Everything can change so quickly. #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, I gamify my middle school English classes in MN.I love the heightened Ss engagement & the way my factions help each other #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca Glad to have you here Rebecca! #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Tracy, HS Science, Montreal - I love how students get excited about the topic #XPLAP

hollyhuval Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Holly Huval. 6th ELA and Dept Chair. Love the seeing the excitement with the students. #XPLAP

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Drew DeJong 6th Literacy teacher. I love how Ss are holding eachother accountable....along with everything else everyone said! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

YES YES YES!!! #Gamification creates authentic reasons for collaboration…. So many worry about competition. #XPLAP https://t.co/rn2EdKlq5L

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Sandy Otto, I gamify my middle school English classes in MN.I love the heightened Ss engagement & the way my factions help each other #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@mrmatera glad to be here and be able to connect and learn! #xplap

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Ryan Staudt. Ind. accountability to group and the collaboration! #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Excited my #teammate could make it! #PCMSPumaPride #xplap https://t.co/e81wt8Cit6

hollyhuval Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Holly Huval. 6th ELA and Dept Chair. Love the seeing the excitement with the students. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@hollyhuval Holly, thanks for joining in the fun today. Glad to have you here! #XPLAP

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@tishrich Hi #XPLAP! I'm Erica. An elementary French and tech teacher & creator of frenchquest.ca and eduquest.ca

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca I agree. Offered my 1st side quest & Ss are so excited to do the extra work because it's fun & they earn "major" XP #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@ms_e_a @tishrich Glad to have you here today… Enjoy #XPLAP it is a wonderful community of educators. seriously, they are great.

McPep_ Apr 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Justin. HS History. New to the #xplap community and games in the classroom

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1 coming in just a minute! #XPLAP!

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@mrmatera You're right. They compete against the other factions, but they COLLABORATE and help their own faction. ❤️ it! #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@McPep_ This is a GREAT place to learn!! #xplap Welcome!

mathqueencate Apr 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Rebecca Cate - High school math teacher - geometry and pre-calc. Love the excitement and anticipation of "what will happen next" #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

LOVE that so many new faces are joining us tonight! Here's the first question of the night! #XPLAP https://t.co/k4LMezo2Hw

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@tishrich Thanks Tish, so excited to see you present at @USMSpark That is awesome! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@mathqueencate Welcome to #XPLAP we are happy to have you join the crew… We all help each other and come up with sweet ideas.

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q1 This group is amazing. Fellow SS dept members have jumped on board and we are working thru together. #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

checking in for #xplap tonight can’t wait

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

So excited to share gamification at our staff mtg. They called it "speed PD" and I did a 5 min promo 5 times to 5 Ts each time. Yay! #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: the #xplap crew and my teammate @hollyhuval who jumped into the waters w/ me.

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Not gonna lie it's nice to have the support from my admin!! Also my tech coach @JeremieKnutson has been amazing! #xplap

hollyhuval Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@carrieokieking is my support system! Love that you jumped on board with me! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Hey Adam! #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: For now my support will be the #XPLAP crew! Looking for local buccaneers...

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: @mrmatera and this fabulous community has been my main support and encouragement #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @hollyhuval That is awesome that you have another member on board with you. #XPLAP

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Gamification is new territory. Great to have sounding boards like @STLFrench @sylviaduckworth @SusanCampo who dive in w/me! #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Our building STEM teacher & I are co-teaching a new course next year we created combining history & STEM. Also, my online PLN #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

this group unfortunately I am struggling to get co workers on board even though they think it is awesome #XPLAP

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Ahoy #XPlap Phil, 5th grade from NJ, ready to explore!

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@ddejong03 @JeremieKnutson That is great! #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: the whole #xplap community, in particular, @MrHennigar @mrmatera @tishrich

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1) this group. I think the students will support it next year as well. #xplap p

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS That sounds incredibly interesting!!#xplap

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@ddejong03 @JeremieKnutson So important to have that trust and support! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Just wait… They will come… #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 We're pumped. We had a curriculum day yesterday to plan & we're really excited. #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: I get lots of support and collaboration w/my differentiation coach @shellydrake14 and other TOSAs and admin. Hoping for other Ts #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@pjcerullo Phillip great to have you here tonight. #XPLAP is a great place to share and learn…

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1) my students and this engagement are my main support! And you all #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Of course everyone here, after a tough day I come to #xplap chat for inspiration and reaffirms that kids deserve it.

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS Keep us updated! Sounds fantastic! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Thanks… I am #honored to have you all here and have read the book. Just want to share the joy of #XPLAP https://t.co/J9fY2h01Yw

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: the whole #xplap community, in particular, @MrHennigar @mrmatera @tishrich

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS That's great - Go cross curric! #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes, the Ss. They definitely support the quest. #xplap https://t.co/sRWd2ERTtO

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1) this group. I think the students will support it next year as well. #xplap p

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 cont. I am thankful to have the support of my principal @DamianCrowson and building excitement from my school and region! #XPLAP

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

a1) I think I can convince a few teachers when it goes into play as well. Worried about admin and parents though #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 And that’s the whole point. They really do deserve it! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @RLTaylor94 Awesome! Wish I could have been there with you guys. #XPLAP

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

This team is a great support w/ @mrmatera, @andreakornowski, @Braz74,@Mr_JSpike,@mrgfactoftheday, @svicenzi83 and so many more! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Such a great group tonight! Q2 comin' at ya in 2!! #XPLAP

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: My companions right now are the awesome Twitter community and this book! #XPLAP https://t.co/k33jOrKkn5

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrBold05 Change really is a one at a time effort, isn't it? Sparking that interest is step one but harder to get folks to go for it. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@ssengagement It is good to remember we should be doing this for the students. Way to remind us of that Ryan. #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrBold05 You know, it's a lot of work (although fun work), which may turn Ts off. However, they'll see the payoff in Ss engagement! #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrBold05 I agree, sometimes I get the blank stare, like I am talking another language #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 people are a bit scared of the work but its not work when it turns to passion #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @MrBold05 It is fun work but I agree, some are turned off by how much it takes. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Here's Q2!! #XPLAP https://t.co/IDVysj8VKl

McPep_ Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Twitter community and now #xplap book. Arrived yesterday in the mail.

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrHentzen Don’t be… most parents want their child to have joy in their learning… You could be giving that to them in spades. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 @MrBold05 Yup, I hear you. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Completely agree!! The work is fun so it's not really work! #xplap https://t.co/ZFHqCaPxYC

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 people are a bit scared of the work but its not work when it turns to passion #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@GauthierRebecca @andreakornowski @Braz74 @Mr_JSpike @mrgfactoftheday @svicenzi83 Thanks for the include in this great group. #XPLAP

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Gamification has been worth every minute of effort for me. #XPLAP https://t.co/mAeSnj54Hw

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrBold05 You know, it's a lot of work (although fun work), which may turn Ts off. However, they'll see the payoff in Ss engagement! #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Students collaborating to establish international relationships for trade. Very delicate and entertaining to watch #xplap

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I have seen Ss who have not interacted all year and now they are on a "team" together and are constantly communicating #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Team dynamic fosters collaboration and creativity. Ss are better when problem solving together. #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

I experimented last year & saw Ss cheering each other on, taking leadership roles, structuring tasks; it was impressive #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Teamwork at it's best from today's class. #xplap https://t.co/FDDtZSuKpD

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: #xplap has brought a whole new meaning to the world community in my room

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Yes! #gamificaiton is not easy, but nothing worth doing ever is… Think what we ask Ss to do… That isn’t easy. #XPLAP https://t.co/ddMuoA9PPb

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 people are a bit scared of the work but its not work when it turns to passion #xplap

hollyhuval Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2) I see Ss helping each other out both in class work and responsibility. #XPLAP

JennyWamsley Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hey!! #xplap stick around from 8-9 when the #scitlap chat starts. https://t.co/dPA1rDtpyf

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@tishrich So true! It’s amazing what they do when you give them purpose. #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I've seen some quiet voices increasing their volume and interacting w/ others Ss they normally didn't interact with. #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

But now I don't have to spend time dealing with misbehavior or tardies. Rapport and effort skyrocketed. #xplap https://t.co/SJwh5liQc3

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @MrBold05 It is fun work but I agree, some are turned off by how much it takes. #xplap

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@mrmatera tried something new this year and got about 10 heated emails from parents upset about it and called into the office #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@McPep_ Glad you got it… I poor my heart and soul into that book. Tried to make it helpful, practical and inspirational as I could. #XPLAP

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 Ss realize quick they will need help to complete quest, I love watching odd groups form based on the skills each Ss has #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: They cheer each other on, pool knowledge to overcome challenged #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@TracyZordan It has brought out some of my more quieter voices and forged now working relationships. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

So excited to share with my ss a video that @mrkempnz and his ss in Singapore made for us! Will tie into challenge for Amazing Race #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@MrHentzen @mrmatera if your ruffling feathers you might just be on to something great #xplap

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: My Ss decide if they want to work w/others to earn their badges. The *real* collaboration that results is awesome. #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@MrHentzen @mrmatera Keep fighting through it! It can be hard to try new things, but important for Ss #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@MrHentzen @mrmatera I've gotten the line about how gaming is not academically rigorous. If they could only their Ss in action! #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@mrmatera @MrHentzen At conf last night, a parent expressed concern about what school will be like after #xplap this yr. Unfortunate reality

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 This just sounds cool. Way to give students an experience they will never forget. #XPLAP

McPep_ Apr 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@mrmatera I look forward to reading #xplap this weekend and incorporating some of the ideas into my classroom.

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @MrHentzen But it can be tough if admin isn't supportive. #XPLAP

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Ss supporting one another in ping-pong review game. Cheering both their own team and the other. Amazing Sight! #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

This convo is off to a great start! Q3 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @MrHentzen One of the biggest myths of #gamification #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@ms_e_a @MrBold05 That's because we get it. We see what it has done for our Ss. We live it. I've never been happier as a T. #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@McPep_ @mrmatera You will not be able to put it down. So many amazing ideas ! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Awesome. I love seeing #XPLAP in action in the classroom. Thanks for sharing this with us… https://t.co/AeSjbxvxYO

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Teamwork at it's best from today's class. #xplap https://t.co/FDDtZSuKpD

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2True collaboration communication has been skyrocketed since gamifying my Class .Before Ss complained when put in groups but not now #xplap

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@TracyZordan It is amazing how collaboration in games can cause this. Love it! #XPlap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @ms_e_a @MrBold05 Since I started gamification, my entire career has changed. #xplap

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Hi all sorry for joining late. Melissa from Ohio #XPLAP

McPep_ Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @mrmatera I look forward to sharing my experience with this group as I learn more about #gamification #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @sandyrotto @ms_e_a @MrBold05 It's almost like being born again. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Here's Q3! #XPLAP https://t.co/Tr2nx0VjLm

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#XPLAP A2) in just a few days of Gamification. peer support of ELL students

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @sandyrotto @ms_e_a I just started at 2nd semester and I would already agree! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A beautiful endorsement of #XPLAP in action… Way to go and congrats on putting #XPLAP into play in your classroom https://t.co/5VW1hmYY9m

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I've seen some quiet voices increasing their volume and interacting w/ others Ss they normally didn't interact with. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A beautiful endorsement of #XPLAP in action… Way to go and congrats on putting #XPLAP into play in your classroom https://t.co/5VW1hmYY9m

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I've seen some quiet voices increasing their volume and interacting w/ others Ss they normally didn't interact with. #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Before gamification, Ss would often not care if peers struggled. Now, they know we're only as strong as weakest link. They help! #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@sandyrotto Nice! #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Ss have to find the right geo location to settle. Takes many attempts to be successful. Great to watch them regroup. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

You can tell Michael!!! Love your passion!! #xplap https://t.co/ToQW797HO4

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@McPep_ Glad you got it… I poor my heart and soul into that book. Tried to make it helpful, practical and inspirational as I could. #XPLAP

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I have witnessed my Ss worrying less about their grade and trying over and over again to learn the material #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

BAM! Now that is a reason to get Ts, Admin and Ps looking into game inspired course design of #XPLAP https://t.co/tTf5QYFAIy

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2True collaboration communication has been skyrocketed since gamifying my Class .Before Ss complained when put in groups but not now #xplap

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I've seen a new student get excited about school and share his knowledge Google, help a classmate out & catch peers up when absent #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Played @GetKahoot for math assessment. After Ss wanted to play again! We ran it a second time and they loved it just as much #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 when I use games I see the largest impact on students who typically are labeled as non starters which is my fav part #xplap

AnibalPachecoIT Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Teacher turns class into a video game — and now every student is passing https://t.co/D4GSH2lVch #moedchat #xplap https://t.co/B2NrjZLpU6

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Hello #XPlap friends, after story time jumping into the chat to learn from others Michele, 8th grade ELA teacher in NY

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: #mysteryskype for sure. Ss regroup, cooperate, create a think-tank, and go back at it. #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@apptasticteach Glad to have you with us Melissa! welcome to #XPLAP a weekly chat filled with amazingly dedicated teachers

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Since they can't take their ball & go home when they aren't winning they have to dig in & show resilience. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Ss don't seem as 'scarred' of making mistakes. It's as if the level of trust and security of self has been increased. #xplap

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 Ss have been working w sheets/drawing. Quest is taking it a step further w creating a form to get true data, create graph and info #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@ssengagement I love it....truly an honor! This is an amazing community #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@pjcerullo Never heard of #mysteryskype but it sounds interesting! #xplap

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3) trying to work on this one right now, Ss are very focused on what their grade is and how to get a 100. Trying to change that #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: I always bring back the analogy of how they never quit when it comes to a video game. Our class is just one big game now! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Ss are more motivated risks because they have the support of their peers. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@ddejong03 I'd like to get to the point where I see that. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@ssengagement That is awesome. That means you took it and ran with it on Monday. Congrats on the determination and dedication. #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MrHentzen I passed back quest journals today and no one asked about a grade for the first time ever. #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @pjcerullo It is very interesting! Worth looking into! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

You guys are on fire....time is flying! Q4 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

If you build it, they will come! Same with this. It will happen! #xplap https://t.co/WwcsSAff9d

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@ddejong03 I'd like to get to the point where I see that. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

What a great skill to learn at such a young age. Think what they will be like in a job after learning this. #XPLAP https://t.co/onty9VbVRx

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Before gamification, Ss would often not care if peers struggled. Now, they know we're only as strong as weakest link. They help! #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@mrmatera @tishrich @Slapshot99 @sandyrotto @carrieokieking @HeckAwesome & share w/other gamer Ts interested: https://t.co/zchaXpTsMN #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @pjcerullo its cool you find a classroom around the world and play where is carmen Dan Diego #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @RLTaylor94 @ms_e_a I'm only 4 weeks in. Already plan to go bigger next yr, from trimester to trimester-adding more layers #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill @pjcerullo Just added to my to do list! #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MrHentzen My district is transitioning to standards-based grading & I'm hoping #gamification will help sever that mindset #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Ss chose to take a Stand on a contoversial issue and wrote a letter to the Governor of Iowa. They were resillient and confident #xplap

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@carrieokieking It is awesome! Two classes from different places Skype and try to guess each's location. Great for geo. and teamwork #XPlap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS @MrHentzen I love standards based grading! This is my second year using it! #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

I will admit when I moved to XP, I see more and more Ss obsessed w/earning as much XP as possible #XPlap https://t.co/1HihOyugG7

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3) trying to work on this one right now, Ss are very focused on what their grade is and how to get a 100. Trying to change that #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Another great endorsement of #XPLAP isn’t this what pure intrinsic learning should look like… About learning! https://t.co/0ORJBIb3iG

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I have witnessed my Ss worrying less about their grade and trying over and over again to learn the material #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 This is awesome! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #XPLAP https://t.co/gYg8IxNgZJ

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @MrHentzen I'm a fan and am piloting. Those grades are like an addiction to many Ss & parents #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@Slapshot99 That is awesome, I love when Ss see their voice matters and they too can make a difference #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@ms_e_a @Hmason36 Couldn’t agree more! #XPLAP

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @carrieokieking @pjcerullo gave climate data for a where is diego, would love to chat with an actual place to get the data! #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A5 I let Ss see my learn and be challenged, showing them my excitement about the game and everything! #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@MrHentzen It's my fight as well.A huge shift moving from "do it for the grade" to "do it for the learning" #xplap #sblchat @RESP3CTtheGAME

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor Yes. In comparison to %ages, I do like that there's no "perfect score" in my class "game". Always room to improve! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Create a safe, supportive environment where Ss can discover without fear of failure. Show enthusiasm...it's contagious! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@TeachingFactor You are a big part of the #XPLAP community. Can’t wait for you to jump in.

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q4 treat them with respect. If you need the bathroom go...no bathroom pass needed. Little things like that. #XPLAP https://t.co/NVj6mW9Gm0

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #XPLAP https://t.co/gYg8IxNgZJ

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: We work a lot early in the year about building our class community and build it through the games we play where we win together #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Building trust is ongoing & starts from day 1 based on activities & valuing Ss voice/input into class community #XPlap

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Ss wont buy in unless you become apart of what you are asking them to do!!! #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Con't to build trust by allowing Ss to see when I don't know the answer, my mistakes, or when I implement their ideas. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@TracyZordan Love that you used purpose driven learning in your answer… It is a nice bonus in the #XPLAP

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@tishrich I agree Tish, I see this everyday! Just to avoid losing XP from the Bounty Hunter #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 since I am new I said we are on a journey together, little different in types but if we work together we can do it #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: I experiment a lot. I fail a lot. I try to let Ss know that it's okay. We learn from mistakes #xplap #failforward

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MrBold05 I've told mine that too and continue to tell them. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @pjcerullo OMG! you will love it… Lets plan one for next week. #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MrBold05 That’s how I started this year. They feel comfortable sharing their ideas with me. It’s been great! #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: By showing we are lead learners - trying things out, making mistakes, reflecting -it helps to build trust. We are not omniscient. #XPLAP

maestra_mendoza Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Good doing my name is Brenda Mendoza and I'm an ELL specialist. My district will be hosting a book talk on XLAP! I'm starting small! #XPLAP

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I put my faith in my Ss, who I trust w/a lot of freedom. Important to "let go" of control. #XPLAP https://t.co/eu564Puwuz

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #XPLAP https://t.co/gYg8IxNgZJ

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@mrmatera @pjcerullo I'm game. I will definitely check it out this evening or tomorrow. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Love that they are part of a REAL team now… It changes dynamic in the classroom. Can’t imagine my class w/o #XPLAP https://t.co/BjodPkK25G

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: Ss are more motivated risks because they have the support of their peers. #XPLAP

maestra_mendoza Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Good day my name is Brenda Mendoza and I'm an ELL specialist. My district will be hosting a book talk on XLAP! I'm starting small! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@ddejong03 Yes, Ss need 2see Ts take risks &when you put yourself out there &show Ss its okay 2make mistakes, thats what learning is #XPlap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 also tell them there is no way for me to know everything so you teach sometimes #xplap

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

this worked great last year. Went horrible this year. #xplap https://t.co/mTo4ygVbpf

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: By showing we are lead learners - trying things out, making mistakes, reflecting -it helps to build trust. We are not omniscient. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

YES!!! I am having a very hard time answering and chatting with you amazing people… Thanks for your joy #XPLAP https://t.co/jvcTCYp7gr

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

You guys are on fire....time is flying! Q4 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

You are all amazing....Q5 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

That is awesome, it is so wonderful to hear that an entire district is getting into #gamification !!! #XPlap https://t.co/8pbCaIRrFH

maestra_mendoza Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Good day my name is Brenda Mendoza and I'm an ELL specialist. My district will be hosting a book talk on XLAP! I'm starting small! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @MrBold05 @RLTaylor94 @ms_e_a You could check out @USMSpark as it will be the unofficial #gamification and #gbl summit. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Here's Q5! #XPLAP https://t.co/hkvHeFATyt

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@MrHentzen Hear you-depends on the grp. Sometimes that r like sharks when they smell blood & aren't very understanding or forgiving. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I learn so much when ask Ss 4book ideas, gaming rewards &more - they have super ideas that boost learning #XPlap https://t.co/V96b7VQBum

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 also tell them there is no way for me to know everything so you teach sometimes #xplap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@mrmatera @sandyrotto @MrBold05 @ms_e_a @USMSpark Sounds amazing! Looking forward to @ISTE2016 #Xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@mrmatera @MrBold05 @RLTaylor94 @ms_e_a @USMSpark Oh, I can hardly wait! Hoping you'll make time for your #xplap crew. I'll be in your track

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: I think connecting with Ss outside of school through video like this one https://t.co/T3o8kgAP0r They see the passion to connect #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Doing #gamification and #SBG you must check this post out… https://t.co/yfI4AA2v3Y Sweet. #GAFE tool #XPLAP created https://t.co/Mad2WCissS

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MrHentzen My district is transitioning to standards-based grading & I'm hoping #gamification will help sever that mindset #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 Create opp for Ss to express themselves through their cooking. Love when Ss apply skills they learn to creating new recipes. #XPLAP

maestra_mendoza Apr 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q4:every day we have dialogue circles, rate our day from a 1-5 Our classroom becomes 2nd home #XPLAP #ilwholechild https://t.co/hwYeKSGYCg

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Here's Q4! #XPLAP https://t.co/gYg8IxNgZJ

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: As Daniel Pink would advocate: autonomy, mastery, purpose! My Ss love publishing to iBooks, YouTube, etc. #XPLAP https://t.co/aqmNfwuznS

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Here's Q5! #XPLAP https://t.co/hkvHeFATyt

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5:We always look to Set the World on Fire and be known in the school for what we do and how we do it #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A 5 I tell my students if we want to be awesome we have to do awesome, they seem to buy into this and I will hear it in the hall #XPlap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: I try to get them to be proud of their creations , keep a copy of them & share with others. #XPLAP

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: the power of choice! Letting the Ss decide how they show knowledge #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: My Ss started awesome blogs, publishing writing, trademarking #geniushour ideas&understand power of their ideas outside classroom #XPlap

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@MrBold05 My latest phrase has been "hot glue is hot" (introduced glue guns) but I think I'm going to adopt your "awesome" phrase :-p #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Students take a hand in their education and choose their path. Constructing their own legacy is powerful. #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: This is my message on our class house logo, in every quest, in every video, on their satchels and in life #xplap

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

class moto A5: We're not here to be average, we're here to be awesome! #xplap

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: We are all about sharing what we are up to. We act as role models in our school. They are awesome; makes me so proud of them! #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I can't keep up with all the awesome...Q6 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Part of a yearlong push to be creators & curators of history instead of trivia collectors! Blogging, websites, civic engagement #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@ddejong03 I've made that a bigger part of the classes this year. #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

So true #XPlap https://t.co/lQR0XTIACh

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A 5 I tell my students if we want to be awesome we have to do awesome, they seem to buy into this and I will hear it in the hall #XPlap

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Getting my Ss to create & share with a larger group outside of the walls of the school. #XPLAP

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

I have to bow out sick and the screen is killing my head as always a pleasure #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS I love the concept of curators of history. I use that phrase as well. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Remember to keep that openness with them as you move into your second year of #gamification #XPlap https://t.co/Bbf92aVLVX

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MrBold05 That’s how I started this year. They feel comfortable sharing their ideas with me. It’s been great! #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Here's Q6! #XPLAP https://t.co/sCN7ziwFNI

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

It is what you make of it #XPlap https://t.co/mMP0vGjaUU

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Students take a hand in their education and choose their path. Constructing their own legacy is powerful. #xplap

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 History is stories. I preach that all year. Ss have to tell their own. #xplap

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@mrmatera @RLTaylor94 @sandyrotto @ms_e_a @USMSpark I will be there as well I have an exciting pd filled June!#xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@ddejong03 Love this Drew! That's why we try BRING IT everyday #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

When does it start and I would be happy to help out if I can Brenda… #XPLAP https://t.co/UmWEZexFTk

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: Career changing. #xplap

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@MrBold05 @mrmatera @RLTaylor94 @sandyrotto @ms_e_a @USMSpark so excited at how much of the group will be at @USMSpark! Can't wait! #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@maestra_mendoza Great way to share as a community… #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@TheShoe_CMS EXACTLY! I would love to sit down and chat with you about history! #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6 - Choice 1 . . .The Game is Not Over, its just started #XPlap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: The most epic of adventures that built a phenomenal community of rockstar educators that I now consider friends. #XPLAP

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6 overwhelming and exciting #XPLAP

AnibalPachecoIT Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

How Game-Based Learning Can Help Students of All Ages Learn https://t.co/hEW1MYnNFu #moedchat #xplap https://t.co/7SU95NxlG9

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Way to get them to leave a legacy! #XPLAP https://t.co/5yykxrhpwe

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5:We always look to Set the World on Fire and be known in the school for what we do and how we do it #xplap

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: In all honesty im jealous I didn't have this opportunity when I was a kid! I've never been more excited as a teacher for my Ss #xplap

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Game Changing.A complete shift in mindset that created an atmosphere where my Ss and I can't wait to be in class #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Another Legacy comment by students… Way to set a tone that inspires them to do so… #XPLAP https://t.co/IefmBoFO12

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A 5 I tell my students if we want to be awesome we have to do awesome, they seem to buy into this and I will hear it in the hall #XPlap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Career building, changing, & challenging, mind-blowing, fun-having, and continuous learning #xplap

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: FUN! A Boost of Engagement! AWESOME SAUCE! #XPlap

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill That’s when I knew it was different, when I couldn’t wait to go to school the next day. #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: So proud to hear the great messages you are all sending your Ss about excellence & how it is within their hard working grasp. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 @TheShoe_CMS count me in on this convo too! #xplap

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

a6) hopefully awesome. The way learning should be. #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Crazy how fast an hour can go! Q7 coming in 2 minutes! #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@RLTaylor94 it gives you so much more direction and energy in the day. Hard to have a bad one! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Doing a sweet project now that gets kids to be historians… Love to chat sometime about it with you. #XPLAP https://t.co/bzw7FAh4Cm

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Part of a yearlong push to be creators & curators of history instead of trivia collectors! Blogging, websites, civic engagement #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Gamification fills my head all the time, I filter my thoughts, lessons and career opportunities through this lens #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Xtraordinarily Positive Leadership Activities guided by Purpose-driven learning #xplap

maestra_mendoza Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5: Our Ss leave their legacy in everything, in the games they design, previews Ss direct, they inspire my future Ss #XPLAP

TheShoe_CMS Apr 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@mrmatera Absolutely. #xplap

ms_e_a Apr 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Agreed! When I have last year's Ss ask "can I come back & learn w/you at lunch?" I know something's right. #XPLAP https://t.co/q2yQv6oXlh

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Game Changing.A complete shift in mindset that created an atmosphere where my Ss and I can't wait to be in class #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

In this same boat! It's consuming, but in a very good way. #xplap https://t.co/yaWvxVdcay

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Gamification fills my head all the time, I filter my thoughts, lessons and career opportunities through this lens #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Excited to have you @USMSpark it is going to be a great conference… Filling up fast… #XPLAP https://t.co/st38wuWYc7

MrBold05 Apr 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@mrmatera @RLTaylor94 @sandyrotto @ms_e_a @USMSpark I will be there as well I have an exciting pd filled June!#xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Choice 2 - Expansion pack 2 @mrmatera'sincredible #XPlap with weekly Home-brews, mana and treasure from like-gamers & fans

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@ms_e_a thats awesome! #xplap

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Challenging, pushing me outside of my comfort box, overwhelming sometimes, learning and thinking lots #XPLAP

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@ddejong03 My son said same thing.His eyes got huge when I shared my gamification plan over spring break.Sad for him.Happy for my Ss #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I second that! #xplap https://t.co/vblepa4s9x

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: The most epic of adventures that built a phenomenal community of rockstar educators that I now consider friends. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@sandyrotto I see what you did there! #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: Different games in use, and what mechanics are working for people #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

WOW! #Honored to hear about the #eduwin that #XPLAP has been for you and your students. Thanks for sharing. https://t.co/AASf4QrLSW

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: In all honesty im jealous I didn't have this opportunity when I was a kid! I've never been more excited as a teacher for my Ss #xplap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: mini games in use and more in-depth conversations over side quests #xplap

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: How to build more strategic thinking in your game and getting more items involved. Realm days #xplap

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Quests - building them, examples, vs. anchors, getting 100% Ss buy in, getting parents onboard #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@MrBaskwill I was going to start doing some game tutorials/reviews for Ts on https://t.co/6zzWNxkne9 do you think that will help. #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Help - can't find Q7 #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@carrieokieking Would love to have those with you guys… Those would be great chats. #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Adventure Quest rules coming up! #XPLAP

apptasticteach Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

This is what I need, a start from the beginning place #XPLAP https://t.co/jJ4mfW6rTN

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Quests - building them, examples, vs. anchors, getting 100% Ss buy in, getting parents onboard #XPlap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question for you guys… Do you want #XPLAP to continue… Just checking in with the community.

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Here's Q7 again! #XPLAP https://t.co/Q0MLqbmAJr

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Here's the final question of the night...then Adventure Quest! #XPLAP https://t.co/ZejHeYDkLq

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@mrmatera @MrBaskwill Yes! #XPLAP

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@mrmatera I do. I think a big fear is not knowing how/where to start. I am hoping you can do a hangout with the class to discuss #xplap

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

ummmmmm is this Rhetorical lol #xplap https://t.co/ef6V1BV2oU

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question for you guys… Do you want #XPLAP to continue… Just checking in with the community.

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

uh, YES!!! #xplap https://t.co/kJK3S30vv9

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question for you guys… Do you want #XPLAP to continue… Just checking in with the community.

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@tishrich Thanks! #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@mrmatera YES and DOUBLE YES! This is such great community! #xplap

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@ddejong03 Thanks Drew…. Just want to make sure their is interest. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@carrieokieking Thanks Carrie… #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

YES! you don't have to ask #XPlap https://t.co/db5Apcr80U

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question for you guys… Do you want #XPLAP to continue… Just checking in with the community.

MrBaskwill Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@mrmatera Yes, this community has grown and has a ton to share. I depend on it to network and for support! #xplap

twhitford Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#Nebedchat starts in just 5 minutes!! Join us to discuss #InnovatorsMindset in #PLCs #xplap #tlap #edbeat #t2tchat https://t.co/WIwpwWEd29

twhitford Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#nebedchat starts in 5 minutes! Join us as we discuss #InnovatorsMindset in PLCs #xplap #tlap #EdBeat #t2tchat https://t.co/6CL0lcQOO6

pjcerullo Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@mrmatera Although this is my 1st chat, I would definitely like to come back to #XPlap Xploring is fun!

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@mrmatera That would be an affirmative! #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Adventure Quest rules... #XPLAP https://t.co/aV5DvD5Hwq

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I want #xplap to continue forever!

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7) How to balance scoreboards when teams have uneven # of Ss #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

COULDN'T AGREE MORE!!! #xplap https://t.co/AggmhxoRpA

MrHentzen Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I want #xplap to continue forever!

Slapshot99 - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Please and Thankyou! #xplap https://t.co/gTO5OtvIot

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Question for you guys… Do you want #XPLAP to continue… Just checking in with the community.

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@ssengagement My leaderboard #GAFE tool on https://t.co/6zzWNxkne9 has that option built right into it… #XPLAP

RLTaylor94 Apr 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Thanks for the great sense of community and the wonderful chat! Have a great night crew! #xplap

sandyrotto Apr 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@AllisonKnoph Ss earn indiv XP, but also guild/group XP. Instead of being hands-off,they support peers so entire group is successful #XPLAP

ssengagement Apr 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Will anyone be at #edcampdupage2016 ?? If so.. Let's meet up #XPLAP

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Here's the Adventure Quest question of the night! To submit your answer: https://t.co/kr2LVGWqNf #XPLAP https://t.co/c4dt8Nb2oP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@apptasticteach Here is the one I did with my students the past 2 months. Went over well w/my 8th graders https://t.co/ncEuHFwusL #XPlap

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thank you again, #xplap crew! @tishrich said it best….I consider many of y'all my friends. #BestPLN

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@MrHentzen thank you very much. l love our chats and the people in it. #XPLAP forever!

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

We have finished the book, but our adventure is just beginning. Meet back here next Wed...Same time...same place. #XPLAP

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@sandyrotto @Braz74 We can do all that! #XPLAP

ddejong03 Apr 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@mrmatera time to write book II #xplap

tishrich - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

It is such an honor to host such a wonderful crew! You are all simply amazing! Have a fabulous week everyone! #XPLAP

TracyZordan Apr 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@tishrich Noooo, say it isn't so! Can that much time have already passed? #XPLAP

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#XPlap @classcraftgame is also kicking off #Classcraftchat Thursday nights 9pm EST - join me 4/29 when we discuss digital literacy

GauthierRebecca Apr 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks #XPLAP for a great chat! What a great PLN!

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@carrieokieking @tishrich Right back at ya… Any chance you could make it to @USMSpark as it is going to be awesome with many #XPLAP ers

TeachingFactor Apr 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

#XPlap please check out this call for submissions and get back to me https://t.co/zchaXpTsMN

mrmatera - Moderator Apr 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@ddejong03 Already thinking of ideas… Don’t you worry, but it will take about 2 years. #XPLAP

carrieokieking Apr 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mrmatera @tishrich @USMSpark One of the few times I wished I lived up north. #xplap