It's Christmas break!!!!!!! Woohoo!!!! I'm sure many of you reading this post share in my enthusiasm for this wonderful time of the year. The two week period (give or take a snow day) during which we wear sweatpants all day, rock the just rolled out of bed hairdo, play with our kiddos, take naps, and of course...drink inordinate amounts of coffee. That last characteristic is most definitely me ... Read More about Gamified Government: 1st Semester Reflections from My Gamification Experiment
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Gamification in American Government
Towards the end of last school year, my students and I were all suffering from end-of-the-year-itis. We had 10 snow days (nothing like 20 from the year before!) and we knew we would be making up those days AFTER Memorial Day. We fell into the "4th Quarter Funk." Motivation on both "sides of the desk" was at an all time low. I had to try something to encourage at least a little drive and ... Read More about Gamification in American Government
Gamification in Education
Gamification in education is an extremely popular topic. It seems as though everyone is talking about gamification and how great it is. But, what exactly is "it" and why is "it" so important?According to Badgeville.org, gamification is, "the concept of applying game-design thinking to non-game applications to make them more fun and engaging."So, what role can gamification play in education?As ... Read More about Gamification in Education
3 Reasons to Read Illuminate Before School Starts
Hey, all! Happy Tuesday! We're officially in the second half of summer - if you're like me, the Fourth of July marks the halfway point. My back to school dreams have started and my wheels have been turning, thinking about changes and updates I'm making in my classroom for the new year! Are you looking for ideas and energy to jumpstart your back to school planning? Illuminate is the book for you! ... Read More about 3 Reasons to Read Illuminate Before School Starts
3 Reasons to Read Illuminate Before the End of the Year
Hey, all! Happy Friday to you and happy first day of Easter Break to me! I am READY for a break - I'm sure you know exactly how I feel. It's the end of the year, teachers and students alike seem to be hitting a brick wall and motivation can be lacking. Do you need something to light a fire in you to end the year with enthusiasm and energy? Illuminate is the book for you! Here are my top three ... Read More about 3 Reasons to Read Illuminate Before the End of the Year
