Well PlayED
A podcast all about playful learning, #gamification, game based learning, and game inspired course design. Join in the fun with our crazy hosts as we talk about the passion of playful learning.
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Tuesday Mar 27, 2018
Tuesday Mar 27, 2018
Well Played is on it's 51st episode... One away from completing its first year. This episode Stefanie Crawford and I talk about using games in school to connect, engage, and relate to students. We also discuss the value of doing this for yourself as well. Playing games unlocks some kind of magic inside all of us. Come along as Stefanie and I have a blast swapping game stories with one another.
Games mentioned:
Love Letter: http://amzn.to/2IxYMrc
Azul: http://amzn.to/2Ix4Znk
Bang: http://amzn.to/2FTXNQD
Resistance: http://amzn.to/2pmw1WC
Concept: http://amzn.to/2FRMLLw
Unlock: http://amzn.to/2FTQDMa
Sushi Go: http://amzn.to/2IBSyqb
Space Team: http://amzn.to/2G8s0ih
Jungle Speed: http://amzn.to/2G1EM1V
Tuesday Mar 20, 2018
Tuesday Mar 20, 2018
In this, our 50th episode we have a new member of the Well Played Family. Jason Howse, @MrHexperience is with us and we are chatting about how we lesson plan for our gamified classes. I invite you to take this wild ride with us as we explore areas for inspiration and sources of ideas in our classrooms.
Sit back and enjoy! Thanks much to everyone in this community... You guys are the best!
Tuesday Mar 13, 2018
Tuesday Mar 13, 2018
In this crazy and irreverent episode four friends come together to explore what gives them joy and why this word is so powerful. It is my hope that you enjoy our journey and come to some of your own conclusions about Joy!
Take care!
Tuesday Mar 06, 2018
Tuesday Mar 06, 2018
In this, our 48th episode, Adam Powley and I discuss how adding a layer of mystery to your class or your game can be a real game changer. I mean really, who doesn't like a good surprise. Sit back and listen to the two of us muse about this delicious element in our classrooms. Oh, and think about how to add it to yours soon too!
Links discussed:
Adam's Site: classroompowerups.com
Michael's site: explorelikeapirate.com
Youtube: youtube.com/mrmatera
Tuesday Feb 27, 2018
Tuesday Feb 27, 2018
Today was an epic day... We had as a guest Jon Spike in the studio and it was a rousing good time. Jon and I are both board game enthusists and promise that we will do an episode all about that some day. But today we are talking about mini gamification moments. This is all about applying game mechanics to any course that could happen in one lesson. So sit back and let the day dreaming begin as we walk you through some pretty cool ideas... Or at least we think so...
Tuesday Feb 20, 2018
Tuesday Feb 20, 2018
In this high energy chat the time flew by talking with these two power packed teachers! Enjoy Kimberly Snodgrass (@kimsnodgrass) and Deb DiToro (@DebDiToro)It was super fun chatting about the power of collaberation in a gamified classroom for both teachers and students a like.
Can't wait to hear more from you two!
Tuesday Feb 13, 2018
Tuesday Feb 13, 2018
In this podcast, our 45th podcast, is all about video... Wait what... Video, I thought this was a podcast... Well, yes it is... In this podcast Carrie and I talk about the wonderful, and defiantly playful space of Youtube. It is my sincere hope that you check out this episode as well as both of our channels. For now, sit back and enjoy this episode... take care and enjoy everyone!
Michael's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/mrmatera
Carrie's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9dE2wlRzY0Lu1IdXnzShxg
Tuesday Feb 06, 2018
Tuesday Feb 06, 2018
I have the honor of chatting with @mr_watkin about his first year of education. He tells us the tails of working to stay a float, while still bringing the best instruction he can to his kiddos. This is a great episode for all of us to remember and think about. Jacob reminds us vetren teachers the value of embracing new challenges. Thank you for a great video Jacob!
Tuesday Jan 30, 2018
Tuesday Jan 30, 2018
This year is going to be EPIC!!! Well, at least that is what we tell ourselves right... In Jennifer's class, as well as many gamifiers will say, it is absolutely true in our classrooms. Today, Jennifer reflects on making the dive into full year round gamified classroom. My hopes for you is that her story helps you take the dive!
Twitter: @MrsLedford6Eng
Video Reflection mentioned:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8lr6h_RdOY&feature=youtu.be
Tuesday Jan 23, 2018
Tuesday Jan 23, 2018
In this, Wellplayed 42nd episode, John Meehan and I chat about his early skepticism toward gamification. As with most, they approach gamification with a tinted lens. Most outsiders think it is only about points, badges, and some playful app... What we in the #WellPlayed and #XPLAP community understand to be powerful pedagogy that can shift learning and change the trajectory of its students. Enjoy this show, sorry about the poor Audio on my mic, I recorded at school and not at my home... It will be better next time I promise.
Guest: @meehanDJO
Host: @MrMatera
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
Tuesday Jan 16, 2018
There is nothing better then watching the Olympics... Wait... I am sure being in the Olympics is better... Well join Kimberly and I chat about hosting our own Olympic games. This is Kimberly's first dive into gamification and she does it with style and grace... Oh and a ton of great ideas... Enjoy the show!
Guest: Kimberly
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KimSnodgrass
Site: https://t.co/KII3fz5A8E
Tuesday Jan 09, 2018
Tuesday Jan 09, 2018
BAM! Episode 40 just landed on WEllPlayed! Join Andrew Kozlowsky and I as we check in on his game after the first semester. Andrew, or @mrKoz31 is an AP US history teacher and now an experience gamifier! Come along and here how his game went for the first semester. Plenty of tips and tricks...
Show links:
Mr. Koz site: https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/zombienation/home
Student Sidequest folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B5gu4f75ITWOQk1naVNtS1RtVGs
Mr. Matera's YouTube: youtube.com/mrmatera
Tuesday Jan 02, 2018
Tuesday Jan 02, 2018
In our 39th episode of Well Played we take a long look at the year ahead. Guest, Tisha Richmond, helps us zero in on a one year word as our goal. Throughout this episode, the two of us discuss many ideas for the year to come and even get a bit of 2017 reflection as well.
It is our hope that you join in the fun and come along with us both on this episode!
Blog (Post Referenced): https://www.tisharichmond.com/blog/amplify
Tisha Richmond: http://twitter.com/tishrich
18 minutes (Book Referenced): http://amzn.to/2CEWMuU
Tuesday Dec 26, 2017
Tuesday Dec 26, 2017
In our 38th episode, we dive into building something that only happens once or twice a year and is a rally point. Must like the World Cup or Olympics, these events are something to look forward to and it makes the event all that much more exciting. Have a listen as we talk with special guest Matt Miller, author of Ditch that Textbook and Ditch that Homework.
Here is a post that was discussed in the show:
http://ditchthattextbook.com/2016/04/18/end-the-school-year-with-epic-review-olympics-free-templates/
My Site: Explorelikeapirate.com
My YouTube: www.youtube.com/mrmatera
Tuesday Dec 19, 2017
Tuesday Dec 19, 2017
In this episode Adam and I discuss our two systems for Boss Battles with some similarities and other differences it is bound to give you ideas for you in your game. Have a listen and enjoy the show!
My Site: http://explorelikeapirate.com
Adams site: https://gameinspireddesign.wordpress.com/
My YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/mrmatera
Tuesday Dec 12, 2017
Tuesday Dec 12, 2017
In episode 36 we find ourselves on the razor sharp edge of education and technology with the topic of virtual reality. Guest Andrew Julian, @andrewjjulian takes us on a wild ride of possibilities for this exciting technology in our classrooms. Come join us in what is the first of many episodes with this passionate educator.
Tuesday Dec 05, 2017
Tuesday Dec 05, 2017
Episode #35 has hit the stores and it is flying off the shelves. Somehow the people at the Well Played Labs have figured out a way to double the potency of the podcast. This creates new opportunities to have even more guests awesomeness distilled down into one 30 minute podcast. On this show, GUESTS Adam, Carrie and I discuss the power that games have to create lasting friendships in our classrooms and beyond. Come along with us on this adventure, it is bound to bring you a bit of joy as well.
Carrie's Site: http://carriebaughcum.com/
Adam's Site: https://gameinspireddesign.wordpress.com/
Michael's Site: http://explorelikeapirate.com
Tuesday Nov 28, 2017
Tuesday Nov 28, 2017
In this chat two old friends get to geek out about their games! Once again, WellPlayed has Carrie on the show! Together we discuss how our games are going so far... Together, these two laugh their way through reflecting over their games and it is a hoot. Enjoy the show as I am sure you will be able to grab not only their ideas but their enthusiasm.
Tuesday Nov 21, 2017
Tuesday Nov 21, 2017
Well this episode is a treat! Adam Powley and I discuss how our crazy minds work. I am sure you will get lost in our minds so you might want to listen to this episode with a friend so they can help you find your way back home. We dive deep into our minds and search out the very best for you the community of teachers who are crazy enough to go on this journey with us. Seriously, thanks for listening and there are some serious ways to come up with your next great idea in here so have a listen.
Tuesday Nov 14, 2017
Tuesday Nov 14, 2017
On this episode we hear from another gamifier just as she launches her game with her students. It is always a treat to discuss with someone the launch of their game. It is a time that is filled with such emotions. Join Teresa and I as we explore her upcoming game and the steps she took to get ready!
Guest: @teresagross625
Host: @mrmatera
Her Blog Post: http://teresagross2015.blogspot.com/2017/11/city-of-ember-comes-to-lang-lit.html
WELL PLAYED PODCAST
This podcast was the work of 7 years of building a community around the idea of all things playful and joyous in education. Have a listen and learn all there is about building engagement in your classroom.
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