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The current teaching environment is one where our instructors are building on their ability to deliver direct instruction with standards-based curriculum. Our ability to implement the trend will surround our ability to find meaningful and relevant games that augment learning and boost achievement.
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Gamification! The use of gaming themes and concepts to bolster engagement, build critical thinking skills, and increase learning!
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At the moment, no classrooms are incorporating gamification. However, by the end of the year, at least one classroom can be used as a model for all future gamification endeavors!
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All classrooms already have access to the school's WiFi Internet and every student is given a Chromebook.
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Tap teachers who wish to pilot the gamification initiative, and draft a mission and vision
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Team will identify which standards they want covered in a game (i.e. which Common Core math standard)
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Team will be given a budget and will network with curriculum partners at the district and online to find the right game
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Teacher will practice with the games they researched, and select their favorite one
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Implement the game in one classroom and evaluate its effectiveness
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Make any adjustments necessary to work out the glitches and be ready for full implementation
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Present findings to other teachers, talk about difficulties and successes
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Now it's time to grow! Partner with a new teacher and share the wealth! The whole school will be gamified in no time!
