Ed. Tech. Report
Volume 1 Issue 10
Gamifying Education
The gamification of education is not a new movement; I've been hearing about this concept at conferences for the last three or four years. What I am finding, however, is that it is becoming easier and easier for educators to gamify their classrooms! This gamification could be based on a badge system where students are rewarded with digital trophies and badges for performing certain tasks. Want to create custom badges to begin distributing to students for their achievements? Try Open Badges or ClassBadges to get started. Want to make actual games more of a part of your everyday teaching and lessons? Try Kahoot!, Quizizz, or Plickers. These tools will lead to an energy and engagement level you've only dreamed of!
With the technology we have available in this district, why not meet our students on their interest level? I believe a little gamification may just be what some of these students need to engage in the educational process!
Cheers!
Justin
Weekly Poll: What was your first video game system?
I cut my video game teeth with the original NES. What about you? What was the first video game system you owned? Click here to let us all know!
Last Week's Poll: Spaces After Periods
Correct Answer: Not that there's a "right" or "wrong" answer to this question, but there is ONE encouraged practice: One space after a period. This is supported by the MLA, APA, and Chicago style manuals. It doesn't say two is incorrect, but that one space is encouraged for formal publications. For those interested in learning where the double space rule originated and why it has changed, it comes down to Monospaced and Proportional typesets. Check out this article to learn more. Whether or not age has any influence on our habits, I don't see any relationship based on the numbers above.
Thanks to all who participated!
Web Tools and Apps - Add A Little Game To Your Class!
Kahoot!
Quizizz
Plickers
PD Opportunity
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