The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2020

She is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Seesaw Ambassador, Book Creator Ambassador and FlipGrid Ambassador. It’s called Next Level Gamification: [link] Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 22, 2018

My new book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies with EdTech Missions , has 10 digital missions to help teachers support their teenage students in establishing their identities and defining their goals using technology and digital devices. Teens are motivated by game based learning and gamification.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2022

Let’s Play: Creating a Playful Classroom Game-Based Strategies for Language Instruction Level Up! Student Achievement Through Gamification and Game-Based Learning Sports and Games: Using Instructional Models in PE. a Book (or Two). Reading is called one of the “ best hobbies in the world.”

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 16, 2022

Learning never stops, whether engaged in professional development through conferences or online events, reading books, listening to podcasts, or exploring new ideas and reflecting. . With paper, creating a sketchnote can be fun or using digital tools like Book Creator , Buncee or Genially. Games and team-building.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Course: Implementing Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies “In this course, you will explore the importance of culture; how it impacts thinking, learning, and behavior; and how to embrace cultural differences and become a culturally responsive teacher.” There are even game badges you can add to Google Classroom. Course: Level Up!

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 18, 2016

Michael is the author of Explore Like a Pirate: Gamification and Game-Inspired Course Design to Engage, Enrich and Elevate Your Learners. Essential Questions: A Walk on the Wild Side of Game Based Learning. What are game mechanics and how can you use them in the classroom? His book is fantastic!

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Star Trek script writer and professional game author Lee Sheldon has designed his entire college course as a game. His book The Multiplayer Classroom: Designing Coursework as a Game is a favorite of many game based learning experts. How teachers can be Game Masters.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 28, 2022

The flipped classroom allows students to acquire new concepts at home via engaging videos, online courses, or even game-based learning. Thus, more classroom time can go toward communication, debate, teamwork, and other group activities that support social learning. . Learning paths are flexible in an LMS.

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Technology Tidbits

MARCH 17, 2014

This is going to be one of my most ambitious posts yet, as I have curated a gigantic list of my favorite sites/apps for Game Based Learning (a.k.a Gamification). I''ve done posts on educational iOS Apps and Educational Online Games but I have never combined the two and curated a list that specifically deals w/ GBL.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 23, 2019

In this episode, I got to talk to Cate Tolnai and Lindsey Blass about their new book Power Up Your Classroom ! They share their passion for gamifying the classroom with game-based learning and teaching through play. For those of you who don’t know, Cate is a passionate fan of learning, coaching, and connecting.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 29, 2015

(After learning what a good game is, you can find them yourself on sites like Graphite , Appolicious , and Gamifi-ed.). Learn Best Practices. Join the ISTE Games and Simulations Network. Connect with other teachers using games. Consider how games can teach more. Listen and learn more about gaming.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Educational innovators might: Write a book - publish on Kindle or iTunes. Michael Matera, a 6th grade world history teacher in Milwaukee, used his expertise in gamification to write a top selling book, Explore Like a Pirate. I’m the gamification guy,' come talk to me. Innovations in Games-Based Learning video series.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 27, 2019

Here are two ways K-12 schools can use AR tools to improve their learning outcomes: Pre-made courses: Since everyone these days has a smartphone, students can use AR apps on their phones and bring alive the lessons in their text books. For this, the books would first have to be AR-enabled.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Games and gamification are not new to education. Even before the more recent growth of the edtech industry, educators have routinely created games and interactive challenges in order to get students engaged with subjects ranging from math and logic to history and reading. Books are great.

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Fractus Learning

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Along with being a full time teacher at University School of Milwaukee, Matera is also a nationally known presenter and international consultant of game-based learning. The book is part of the Dave Burgess Teach Like a Pirate universe and follows a similar pattern. This is the powerful section of the book for teachers.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 12, 2015

6 Factors Of Gamification That Changes Students. As a student, I got to learn more about the power of ‘gamifying’ something, and what effect it had on learners. Gamification is about transforming the environment and regular activities into a kind of game. Gamification is about collaboration and teamwork.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2018

Here are some key insights we’ve gathered about the ways video games foster learning: 1. Games Fulfill Core Psychological Needs Incorporating gaming into education doesn’t necessarily mean more screen time. Good Games Improve Academic Performance If a game is too easy or hard, it becomes demotivating.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Key points: Harnessing the power of video games can foster a deeper, more meaningful educational experience 3 ways educators leverage gamification strategies The future of gamification For more news on gaming principles, visit eCN’s Teaching & Learning page Student engagement is vital for any educator throughout the length of a course.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

Zombies had taken over the school library, and she and her fellow students had to work together to answer various questions about books—such as identifying where the index is located. Unlike Pokémon Go, there’s no gamification going on here—for that, teachers have to get a little more creative.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Shawn shares the importance of building relationships with students (Ted Lasso style) and managing behavior with positive reinforcement through gamification. Gamification . With the knowledge to build an app and a passion for gaming, Shawn put it all together to create Classcraft. Related: Power Up Your Classroom with Game Play.

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Learning with 'e's

JANUARY 5, 2013

This is Part 5 in my series of posts on the future of learning and technology. A few years ago Peter John and I wrote a book entitled 'The Digital Classroom'. The book was received well, and we received some positive comments and feedback. It wasn't the first published under that title, and it probably won't be the last.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Thank you, Lisa Scumpieru , for all of your support of Shake Up Learning and the new Blended Learning with Google book! Blended Learning with Google Book Study information can be found here. Learn more here: BlendedLearningwithGoogle.com. Click To Tweet. Listen to this article. .

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Learning with 'e's

JANUARY 5, 2013

This is Part 5 in my series of posts on the future of learning and technology. A few years ago Peter John and I wrote a book entitled 'The Digital Classroom'. The book was received well, and we received some positive comments and feedback. It wasn't the first published under that title, and it probably won't be the last.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 27, 2015

The idea is to see a lot of awesome possibilities in one place, not write a book. This is a mix of learning models and literacy strategies that can be used to accomplish what we hope a lecture might–“give information” and “promote understanding.” Scenario-based learning. Game-based learning.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 22, 2014

In September, we''ll be hosting the inaugural Gaming in Ed conference, a great opportunity for you to share about what gamification looks like in your classroom, library, or household. Share your experience with game-based learning with an audience of game developers and peer educators!

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 10, 2016

100+ Game Based Learning Resources to Get Started in Your Classroom From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Games are fun. Game based learning excites learning in my classroom. Game Based Learning in My Classroom. By Jennifer Roland.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Schools are turning to creative solutions such as immersive technology and gamification in the classroom. We’ll continue to see schools and educators creating experiential lessons to better engage students and get them excited to be in school learning. –Remi Del Mar, Senior Product Manager for K-12 Projectors, Epson America, Inc.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 17, 2018

5) As with all gaming in my classes, students were asked to identify, fact, fiction and the methods used by the game designers to demonstrate key facts. Following the game and discussion, we investigated more about Ellis Island. 874-simulation book – AmericansAll.” Sign up for free – Lucidchart.” Accessed 4 Oct.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

As a gamification guru and moonshot thinker, Michael transforms the traditional classroom into a high-energy environment where active student engagement is paramount. Helping educators learn about the power of a gamified immersive learning environment is Michael’s passion. SMART Learning Suite is today’s sponsor.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 3, 2016

Cool Gifts, Ideas, and Books. Some Great Books. Here are some book recommendations of things I’ve read and love. Books That Impacted My Teaching. Love this book! The Teachers Guide to Technology by Jennifer Gonzalez – This is my favorite edtech overview book. Great book.

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The Game Agency

AUGUST 29, 2019

used a PlayStation to improve his surgical accuracy, the idea of games to improve clinical interventions has been of great interest to the industry. The often-competitive and extroverted nature of sales teams, for example, makes them ideal students for game-based learning training courses with gamification elements added.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Play Good Games, Get Great Results Game based learning in the classroom should not be worksheets with points. Here are eight ways to level up game based learning. Because, face it, many educational “games” fall short. That is what game designers mean by ‘chocolate on broccoli.’

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2025

Lets learn from each other! Related Resources How to Use Gamification in the Classroom Teacher Tips for Preventing Burnout Engage Students with Creative Teaching Ideas Subscribe for More Never miss an episode! Share Your Thoughts What are your biggest classroom management challenges?

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