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#05: 5 Ideas for Using Game-Based Learning in your Classroom Today

The CoolCatTeacher

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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10 Awesome Courses To Improve Your Online Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

Once you learn about the tech and the tools, and understand the research behind these electronic portfolios, you’ll be equipped to structure assessment in a way that encourages your students towards success. As you seek GBL and gamification tools for your classroom, I recommend this course to help you shine: Level Up!

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Innovative Science Teaching in Grades 6-12

The CoolCatTeacher

From augmented reality to game-based learning and online portfolios, she has a variety of ideas to share about how she amps up her science teaching with technology. SPONSOR: Join a Free Personalized Learning Session with Me and TextHelp! gamification, VR/AR/MR, coding) to enrich my science curriculum.

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20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

The CoolCatTeacher

Course: Fostering Teacher Collaboration within Small Groups “Using the strategies from this course, you will be able not only to find the time for building a strong learning community, but also to maximize your collaboration for the benefit of yourself and others.” There are even game badges you can add to Google Classroom.

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Top 100 Sites/Apps for Game Based Learning

Technology Tidbits

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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IXL Learning Acquires ABCya, Expands Game-Based Learning Offerings

techlearning

Gaming, VR Exploring, and App Building: The Ellis Island Hack-A-Thon ] IXL’s comprehensive curriculum and guidance, Continuous Diagnostic and real-time Analytics work together to help teachers to differentiate instruction.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

Fun Learning Strategies for Engaging Students Who Have Been Disengaged (Game-based Learning). We can play games and learn with digital games and activities that engage learners in the face-to-face and online classrooms. Game-Based Learning Let’s Play!

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