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Game Based Learning in Action

The CoolCatTeacher

Game-based learning might not be what you think. On today’s show Matthew Farber, author of Game-Based Learning In Action: How an Expert Affinity Group Teaches with Games , talks about how to use games in the classroom effectively. Game-Based Learning in Action.

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How to Use Gamification for Attention-Getting and Fun Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

10 Keys to Purpose Driven Learning. 5 Ideas for Using Game-Based Learning in Your Classroom Today. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

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How I Teach About Big Data and Lesson Plan

The CoolCatTeacher

I take a topic that isn’t super simple — databases — and show how I teach it with 2 simple projects, some game-based learning, concrete examples, and how my students all master the topic in five days. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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Teach Reading with WORD Force: Fun Games Kids Love

The CoolCatTeacher

The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend.

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SEL Games: Learning Life Skills Through Games

The CoolCatTeacher

SEL games can help you teach social-emotional learning skills and life skills. Today’s expert, Dr. Matthew Farber , gives us an interesting twist on games by integrating them with SEL. He has practical ideas for understanding and using game-based learning in the classroom. Founder - SEL Gaming LAb.

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How to Use Fortnite in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

In his prior role as a Computer Science teacher, he created a custom-made curriculum, using elements of game design and game-based learning, to captivate and engage his students. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product.

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Gaming in Early Elementary Education in Australia

The CoolCatTeacher

She has a Masters of Education (Knowledge Networks & Digital Innovation) from Charles Sturt University and is interested in digital game-based learning, innovative pedagogies and underpinning learning with technology. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. Twitter: @helenkardia.