Classroom, Examples, Game-Based Learning and Twitter

Game Based Learning in Action

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 7, 2018

Matthew Farber on episode 268 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Game-based learning might not be what you think. He shares a four-part model including playing the game, debriefing, reflecting, and then creating. Listen Now.

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Game Based Learning and Twine

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 2, 2017

Matthew Farber in episode 67 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Dr. Matthew Farber @matthewfarber talks about game-based learning in his classroom and a new tool he loves: Twine. Other ideas of how Matt uses GBL in his classroom.

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Game Based Learning: Make Fast Teaching Games with SMART lab

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Sponsored Post by SMART Learning Suite From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Formative assessment and game based learning make a powerful combination in the classroom. I love SMART lab, a new feature of the SMART Learning Suite. Download a free trial.

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8 Great Ways to Level Up Game Based Learning in the Classroom

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. ’ What works in game-based learning?

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10 Awesome Courses To Improve Your Online Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teaching online and blending classrooms is a hot topic, but there’s always room for improvement. As teachers, we need to constantly refresh and update topics to improve our distance learning skills.

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SEL Games: Learning Life Skills Through Games

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 16, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. The harsh reality of classroom life is that students and teachers both report lower motivation and morale right now. Games can help us! SEL games can help you teach social-emotional learning skills and life skills.

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How to Roll Out Game-Based Learning—and Boost Engagement—in Your Classroom

Edsurge

APRIL 3, 2017

When Vadim Polikov—my childhood friend and a successful entrepreneur—approached me with a game-based learning business idea in the summer of 2015, I jumped at the idea. . Many of the teachers described the games as “transformative.”. Aryah Fradkin’s Top 10 Twitter Chats. Student Engagement.

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Webinar: Teaching with Augmented Reality with #ARVRinEDU Classroom Enthusiasts

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Join us on Wednesday, December 19th at 9 pm ET for a lively conversation about the classroom pedagogies of teaching with Augmented Reality. Register Now AR Topics Some of the topics we will be discussing include: How teachers are teaching with augmented reality in the classroom Device configurations (does every student have to have one?)

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How I Teach About Big Data and Lesson Plan

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 24, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter How I Teach About Big Data and Lesson Plan with Vicki Davis In this episode, I give you a peek into my classroom. I design ahead for common mistakes, use concrete examples, use formative assessment and don’t test but have mastery from all my students.

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Minecraft in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Jeff Gearhart on episode 162 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. In today’s show, learn about Minecraft EDU and how it is being used to teach. Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. Are you studying Mars?

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Game Mechanics in the Classroom to Engage Learners

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 18, 2016

Every Classroom Matters Episode 204 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Game mechanics are elements of gaming that you can design into your lesson plans to engage learners. Truly gamifying a classroom is so much more, but it’s a lot easier than you think.

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3DBear Review: The Augmented Reality Classroom Pro

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 30, 2018

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Teaching in augmented reality (AR) for the past several years has been a bit of a challenge, in my opinion, as is often the case with new technologies. For example, I had to assess “over the shoulder” by looking at what students were doing.

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5 Ways to Bring #Breakoutedu into Your Classroom (on a budget)

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 6, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Escape rooms or breakout boxes (which you really break into) have led to the Breakout EDU movement. I’d love to hear your stories about how you’re using Breakout EDU in your classroom. How Do You Breakout?

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20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators need to rest and recover this summer. But the reality is also that we’re going to have to prepare for a fall that – whatever it looks like – will include an online learning component. Blended learning is not new. Learn How 2.

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9 Ideas for Ending the School Year Well

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 2, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. So, I adopted this approach in my own classroom and so has today's guest fourth-grade teacher, Alana Stanton. So, I adopted this approach in my own classroom and so has today's guest fourth-grade teacher, Alana Stanton.

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5 Formative Assessment Strategies to Help with Classroom Management

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Mike Roberts on episode 250 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Teacher Mike Roberts give five strategies that can help us with formative assessment AND classroom management. Sponsor: The US Matific Games are coming this February. Mike: First example.

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The Future of STEM Education: 5 Innovative Ideas About to Break Through

Educational Technology Guy

JULY 18, 2019

Game-Based Learning Educators have long been using game-based learning strategies to boost student engagement. If your classroom was ever divided into two teams and pitted against each other for a trivia game, you’ve experienced game-based learning.

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FREE Webinar: 11 Reasons to Love Lumio

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Why classrooms teachers are using Lumio for lessons and review. Examples for all grade levels. Lumio is my go-to exam review tool and it can do so much more. Simple exit tickets. Library of pre-made lessons. Pedagogical tips that apply to any tool.

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Augmented Reality Lessons You Can Use Now

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 22, 2021

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Do you need safe, fun ways for students to connect and learn while keeping their distance in the classroom? Edition” features 32 scenarios that educators both miss and don’t miss about classroom life before 2020. Twitter: @ weisburghm.

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Active Learning in the Science Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2018

Glen Westbroek on episode 271 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Thirty-three-year Presidential Award Winning science teacher Glen Westbroek believes in creating active learning experiences in his science classroom. Listen Now. Enhanced Transcript.

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Using the Real World Classrooms Model When Teaching Finance

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 31, 2018

Brian Bean on episode 323 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. The Real-World Classroom model of teaching finance is part simulation part game. Invented by Brian Bean, this model of teaching is transforming Texas classrooms and beyond.

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7 Global Project Ideas from a Leading 3rd Grade Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Vickie Morgado on episode 177 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Learn about global Kahoots, how she tweets with her class and more global collaborative techniques in this show. Overview of Vickie Morgado’s Global Collaboration in Her 3rd Grade Classroom.

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#04: Simple Ways to Find Your Teaching Blindspots in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

10MT: A 10-Minute Teacher Interview with David Geurin From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. ” SMART Learning Suite is today’s sponsor. It is easy for teachers to remain clueless about the things they are doing that are hurting learning in the classroom. David Geurin.

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AI in VR and AR with Rachelle Dené Poth

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this show, AR/VR guru Rachelle Dené Poth delves deep into the transformative potential of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom. You're still a teacher in the classroom, though, right Rachelle?

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Microsoft Unveils New Tech to Create Personalized, Immersive Education

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2018

From additional Learning Tools for OneNote to a new way to use Minecraft: Education Edition , these new developments stem directly from the needs of Microsoft’s most important consumers. “[The All in all, Salcito says these updates leverage Microsoft’s technology to make every student at ease in the classroom. CDW Segment. Engagement.

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Flipping Awesome Physics with an Asynchronous Flipped Gameful Mastery Learning Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 25, 2018

Jonathan Thomas-Palmer on episode 298 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Students start with a zero and level up as they use videos, one on one help, and game-based mastery to master physics. That’s the basic idea of a flipped classroom.

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Drones in the Classroom: Teaching Writing and Collaboration with Drones

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 3, 2018

Santha Walters on episode 282 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Santha Walters uses drones in her English classroom to teach writing, collaboration and more. Drones in the English Classroom. Free Webinar! Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher.

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How to Use Metaverse: Awesome Augmented Reality and New Features

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Metaverse is a powerful augmented reality (AR) programming app for classrooms. Metaverse has come a long way and is specifically focused on becoming an amazing AR app for classrooms with the new Collections feature. All opinions are my own.

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Legends of Learning: The Game-Based Science Platform for Grades 3-8

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 12, 2018

Sponsored by Legends of Learning From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Students love to play games, and they also need real-world examples to help science come alive. With this in mind, Legends of Learning is a fantastic platform full of NGSS aligned science games that does both.

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Breakout EDU Digital is Awesome (and Free) #breakoutedu

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2017

A conversation with Mari Venturino on episode 77 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. How to use it in the classroom. Some examples of the most popular breakout edu games. Twitter handle: @MsVenturino. These challenges are free!

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Virtual Reality (VR) as a New Educational Paradigm

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Enrique Cachafeiro on episode 204 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Several virtual reality options are available for classrooms. They are examples of things he is using and that he has presented about virtual reality. They were like in space.

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Explore Like a Pirate: Classroom Games and Gamification

Fractus Learning

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

I got to know Michael Matera and his world over the last few years as I’ve explored the idea of using video games and simulations in the classroom. He has always impressed with his work because, as a classroom teacher, Matera has spent a ton of time integrating interactive play, passion and purpose-driven instruction.

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Ideas and Tools to Give Everyone a Voice

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 5, 2016

You can even integrate a Twitter hash tag. Use it for real time audience participation, online brainstorming and classroom feedback. Be sure to check out Tackk in the classroom. It is a free game-based learning platform that not only gives everyone a voice, but also provides a fun way to do it.

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Computer Science Teaching Tips

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Alfred Thompson on Episode 182 of the 10-Minute Teacher show From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. What happens when a school has every student learn Computer Science. He is not only a national and international voice for computer science education, but he teaches in the classroom.

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How to Make Classroom Games with Easy, Awesome Educaplay

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 19, 2021

Sixteen types of games, Google Classroom and LMS compatibility and auto-grading From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. This week, I began using Educaplay to make fun classroom learning games for my students. Tip #1: Dig into the Pre-made Games.

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The Vocabulary Doctors: How to Teach Vocabulary

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 9, 2017

Angela Peery on episode 94 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Dr. Kimberly Tyson @ tysonkimberly and Dr. Angela Peery @ drangelapeery share their advice for helping students learn blended vocabulary. Want to hear another episode on helping students learn?

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10 Keys of Purpose Driven Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Michael Matera on episode 186 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Michael Matera @ mrmatera , author of Explore Like a Pirate , talks about Purpose Driven Learning in the classroom. 10 Keys to Purpose Driven Learning. Got 5 minutes?

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Physical Education w/ #Edtech

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 5, 2017

Jarrod Robinson, the PE Geek, shares on episode 70 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Listen to Rob Donatelli talk about 5 easy brain breaks for your classroom. Twitter handle: @mrrobbo. I hope you enjoy this episode with Jarod Robinson! Blog: [link].

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What’s Hot in 2nd-Grade with #2ndchat moderator Carol McLaughlin

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 30, 2017

Episode 138 on the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. From Project based learning, global projects and steam to the biggest heartbreaks of second-grade teachers, Carol shares it all. Vicki: Can you think of an example that you’ve seen lately?

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Merge Cube Mania in Middle School

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2018

Karen Bosch on episode 288 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Karen Bosch explains why Merge Cubes are so hot, how they are being used in classrooms, and how she’s using them to build critical thinking and creativity in her school. Twitter: @karlyb.

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Teaching History with Simulations and Game Based Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Dave Harms on episode 208 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Whether it is World War 1, 2, the Cold War or the American Civil War, learn how these immersive “games” teach history much more deeply than most textbooks. Twitter: @Hist_simulation.

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XplorLabs Fire Forensics: A Free STEM Module for Middle School Science

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 24, 2018

A Next Generation Science Standards Aligned Lab Activity (FREE) From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. For example, their Fire Forensics: Claims and Evidence unit is a safe way to educate middle school students about fire. UL Xplorlabs is making the world a safer place through science.

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Computational Thinking and Math for Elementary Grades

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Steve Floyd on episode 249 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Fun, exciting tools and techniques can help very young kids understand math and learn computational thinking. Sponsor: FREE MATH RESOURCE The US Matific Games are coming this February.

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Edtech and Social Emotional Learning #sel

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

Episode 137 with Dr. Michelle Zimmerman on the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Today Dr. Michelle Zimmerman @mrzphd talks about social emotional learning and education technology. See: Creating Elementary Portfolios and One Note in the Classroom.

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Game Based Learning in Action

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Game Based Learning: Make Fast Teaching Games with SMART lab

8 Great Ways to Level Up Game Based Learning in the Classroom

10 Awesome Courses To Improve Your Online Classroom

SEL Games: Learning Life Skills Through Games

How to Roll Out Game-Based Learning—and Boost Engagement—in Your Classroom

Webinar: Teaching with Augmented Reality with #ARVRinEDU Classroom Enthusiasts

How I Teach About Big Data and Lesson Plan

Minecraft in the Classroom

Game Mechanics in the Classroom to Engage Learners

3DBear Review: The Augmented Reality Classroom Pro

5 Ways to Bring #Breakoutedu into Your Classroom (on a budget)

20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

9 Ideas for Ending the School Year Well

5 Formative Assessment Strategies to Help with Classroom Management

The Future of STEM Education: 5 Innovative Ideas About to Break Through

FREE Webinar: 11 Reasons to Love Lumio

Augmented Reality Lessons You Can Use Now

Active Learning in the Science Classroom

Using the Real World Classrooms Model When Teaching Finance

7 Global Project Ideas from a Leading 3rd Grade Classroom

#04: Simple Ways to Find Your Teaching Blindspots in the Classroom

AI in VR and AR with Rachelle Dené Poth

Microsoft Unveils New Tech to Create Personalized, Immersive Education

Flipping Awesome Physics with an Asynchronous Flipped Gameful Mastery Learning Classroom

Drones in the Classroom: Teaching Writing and Collaboration with Drones

How to Use Metaverse: Awesome Augmented Reality and New Features

Legends of Learning: The Game-Based Science Platform for Grades 3-8

Breakout EDU Digital is Awesome (and Free) #breakoutedu

Virtual Reality (VR) as a New Educational Paradigm

Explore Like a Pirate: Classroom Games and Gamification

Ideas and Tools to Give Everyone a Voice

Computer Science Teaching Tips

How to Make Classroom Games with Easy, Awesome Educaplay

The Vocabulary Doctors: How to Teach Vocabulary

10 Keys of Purpose Driven Learning

5 Simple Ways to Improve Physical Education w/ #Edtech

What’s Hot in 2nd-Grade with #2ndchat moderator Carol McLaughlin

Merge Cube Mania in Middle School

Teaching History with Simulations and Game Based Learning

XplorLabs Fire Forensics: A Free STEM Module for Middle School Science

Computational Thinking and Math for Elementary Grades

Edtech and Social Emotional Learning #sel

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