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House Rules

Image from Redbubble. -I believe- was inspired by a quote from Matt Mercer. House Rules: variations of rules to a game, that are intended to make a game more fun.…
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Explorers and Settlements: Minecraft and Social Studies

I have often told the story of how I used Minecraft accidently to help illustrate a point I was making with my grade 5 students a few years ago.  So…
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Simulation Games: Yes, No, Maybe?

  A simulation game about urban planning. Videos games are becoming a more used and accepted form of media in the classroom.  Teachers use them for homework practice, to help…
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SAMR and Minecraft

Image of SAMR model @tagapagtur00 shared with tdsb teachers on Thursday March 5th during out Minecraft session. On Thursday March 5th Liam, Diana, and I had the privilege of talking…
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Leveraging Game in School: Not just about Math and Science

Liam has often spoke about gaming in school being different than it is at home. At home you can play from the comfort of your couch while eating Doritos and drinking…
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Growing the group through teacher support

It's wonderful to see so many great articles online about the benefits of Games Based Learning - this week, it has been this article on Wired by Clive Thompson that…
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Why I cannot wait to bring my Kano to school

Around the world, young computer makers are rejoicing. Kano has arrived. While I am definitely not young, I am right there geeking out with the kids. My own Kano kit…
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