S7.E22 - Where can your theme live?
In this episode we will be looking at how to put a little bit of life into your game. This is a quick fire episode that will leave you with tons of ideas to bring some more life into your world.
May 30, 2023•9 min
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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S7.E21 - Sundown Showdown: an EMC2Learning.com Under The Hood Episode
Here we will dive into one of our resources that are epic and awesome. You will here some back story to its creation and how we think you can use it in your classroom. Enjoy the adventure and join emc2learing.com if you have not done so yet.
May 23, 2023•12 min
S7.E20 - Item Hacks!
I love adding items to my game and think you should too. But sometimes it can feel like you are out of ideas. Well, here are three fresh ones for you bold explorers! Hope you like them, I hope you use them, I hope you comment about them on #WellPlayedPodcast
May 16, 2023•10 min
S7.E19 - Ending Strong
We all have had a year. The question is how do you end strong so that it feels like we all, student included, have done something together this year. Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast
May 09, 2023•11 min
S7.E18 - Shall We Play A Game
Let's talk about playing games with our students. This episode we dive into some of my favs to play with kids and some advice as to how to do that well. Come have a listen!
May 02, 2023•17 min
S7.E17 - Where To Put the Emphasis
As teachers, we all speak about the importance of life-long learning, failure and so many more things, but do we live that out in our class structures? Let's have a listen and see how we can move the needle for our students.
Apr 25, 2023•13 min
S7.E16 - Emc2Learning.com Under the Hood
In this episode we take a look at some of the recent additions to emc2learning.com For those of you who are thinking about becoming a member check it out as there is so much here. Already a member, no worries... This episode reminds you of some of the great additions on the site.
Apr 18, 2023•11 min
S7.E15 - Print and Play Games For Your Classroom
In this episode I discuss some great games you can pick up on the cheap. Have a listen and start printing and playing today!
Apr 11, 2023•13 min
S7.E14 - Welcoming Students Into Your Game Design
Building a fully gamified class is no easy task. All the more reason to ask for some help. Of course, who should we turn to these days... Our students of course. On this episode I discuss some of the best ways I have found to allow for students to create aspects of your game as well as give you a warning. Enjoy the show and share your thoughts with us on #WellPlayedPodcast
Apr 04, 2023•11 min
S7.E13 - Getting Started With Badges
Welcome to our Getting Started Series. We thought we would dive back into some of the setups for a gamified classroom. This episode we talk about Badges. We hope you learn how to level up your game in your class with these ideas. Enjoy! Leave a rating on Apple Podcasts!
Mar 28, 2023•13 min
S7.E12 - Creativity as an act of Exploration
In this episode we talk about Blooms Taxonomy and how we should be giving more and more tasks that get students creating!
Mar 21, 2023•14 min
S7.E11 - The Slurpee, a Frozen American Icon
Let's create iconic moments in our classrooms. In this episode we explore what we can learn from the Slurpee. I had to make this about the 7/11 iconic drink because of the episode being season 7 episode 11. Thanks for humoring me. Have a great day!
Mar 14, 2023•12 min
S7.E10 - Parent Teacher Conferences
The day has come... You now are faced with talking to an adult about things... I know it is going to be hard but it is something you have to do... Why not flip your mindset and have a solid and jolly good time at parent teacher conferences! I know I do! Have a listen to hear some of my favorite tips! #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera
Mar 07, 2023•15 min
S7.E9 - Moving Toward Change
In this podcast we go pretty far away from school. I have some fun news to share and wanted you to be some of the first people to know. I hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening... Keep sculpting!
Feb 28, 2023•10 min
S7.E8 - Open World Design
In this episode we are exploring open world design in video games and what it can do for us in our classes. Enjoy the ideas and as always connect at #WellPlayedPodcast and EMC2Learning.com
Feb 21, 2023•13 min
S7.E7 - Good for the Goose, Good for the Goose!
In this episode we explore the idea of building things into your course that not all students will interact with... This idea is central to my way of teaching and I find it so cool once you build it out a bit. Have a listen and see if this can be something you do in your class. Share your thoughts #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera
Feb 14, 2023•17 min
S7.E6 - Fairness In a Gamified Classroom
Have a listen and learn some good language you can use with your students in a gamified classroom! As always we would love to hear from you by using the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast tag me @mrmatera
Feb 07, 2023•23 min
S7.E5 - Gamification 101 - Questions From an Edcamp
In this episode we dive into three questions from a recent edcamp that we talked about a gamified class! Have a listen. Share your question at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera
Jan 31, 2023•15 min
S7.E4 - Three New Items For Any Class Game!
In this episode we dive into 3 new items I added to my class game. If you are new to gamification this is a great listen as it briefly explains why you would add items in the first place. If you have been doing it for a while, this is also a great episode as it shows you some new ways to use them in your class. Please connect #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera
Jan 24, 2023•14 min
S7.E3 - Most Impactful Question Asked at a PD!
Get ready to be floored! This question changed everything for me over time... I promise, it won't happen overnight, nor should it, but be ready to listen, and create based on this one question. Hope you enjoy! Share your ideas on #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera
Jan 17, 2023•14 min
S7.E2 - Gamification FUNdational Blocks: Teams
In this episode I thought I would try a new series called FUNdational where we will at aspects of the gamified class that are needed. I will share my tips and tricks around each topic. This first topic is TEAMS! Teams are so important to a game and you should give this one a listen. As always, connect by sharing your thoughts and ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera
Jan 10, 2023•18 min
S7.E1 - And we are off and running
Welcome to the newest season of Well Played. It is going to be filled with all sorts of good tips, tricks and life hacks to have a happy classroom and life. In this episode we discuss the creative process and how to move into it more. Have a listen and see what you can make. As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the Hashtag: #WellPlayedPodcast Twitter: @MrMatera Instagram: @MrMateraEdu
Jan 03, 2023•17 min
S6.E52 - That’s a Wrap
Join us as we look backward and forward into the world of Well Played Podcast. It has been an honor being a host to this community of educators.
Dec 27, 2022•9 min
S6.E51 - Embrace the Struggle
In this episode Kyle and I discuss the value of embracing the struggle that is all around us as educators and as gamifiers. Have a listen and pull out some advice you can use in your classroom!
Dec 20, 2022•27 min
S6.E50 - Groups in the Gamified Class
In this episode we look at group work and how best to structure your groups. There are a few tips in there and always a playful spirit!
Dec 13, 2022•11 min
S6.E49 - Reskin a Game!
In this episode we talk about the joy and the work that it would take to reskin a store bought game. I think this is such a neat idea that will have your students loving life and the game itself. Games mentioned: Coup Werewolf Two Rooms and a Boom #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera #Gamification
Dec 06, 2022•12 min
S6.E48 - Games For the Holidays and Beyond!
In this episode we have Stefanie Crawford and I diving into a list of 8 games that we are loving right now. Have a look/listen and pick up some great games for your home collection.
Nov 29, 2022•36 min
S6.E47 - Black Hat Motivation
Enjoy a listen to Well Played Podcast on all things gamification. This episode we look at how we might infuse a bit of Black Hat Motivation into our games. Check out this episode and many others. Enjoy!
Nov 22, 2022•8 min
S6.E46 - Traditions
In this episode we dive into traditions in our classrooms and how we can up our game for sure. Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast
Nov 15, 2022•14 min
S6.E45 - Badges and Items and When To Give Them Out
This episode we explore the when that makes sense to give out your items and Badges. Feel free to share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera Peace, Michael
Nov 09, 2022•10 min
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