Math blaster

Taylor Mapping out Implementation

  • Evaluate

    Evaluate
    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.
  • Identify

    Identify
    Gamification! The use of gaming themes and concepts to bolster engagement, build critical thinking skills, and increase learning!
  • Plan

    Plan
    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!
  • Materials

    Materials
    All classrooms already have access to the school's WiFi Internet and every student is given a Chromebook.
  • Create a shared-vision

    Create a shared-vision
    Tap teachers who wish to pilot the gamification initiative, and draft a mission and vision
  • Unpack standards

    Unpack standards
    Team will identify which standards they want covered in a game (i.e. which Common Core math standard)
  • Research options

    Research options
    Team will be given a budget and will network with curriculum partners at the district and online to find the right game
  • Demo the game

    Demo the game
    Teacher will practice with the games they researched, and select their favorite one
  • Pilot the game in one classroom

    Pilot the game in one classroom
    Implement the game in one classroom and evaluate its effectiveness
  • Make adjustments

    Make adjustments
    Make any adjustments necessary to work out the glitches and be ready for full implementation
  • Present findings

    Present findings
    Present findings to other teachers, talk about difficulties and successes
  • Partner with a new teacher!

    Partner with a new teacher!
    Now it's time to grow! Partner with a new teacher and share the wealth! The whole school will be gamified in no time!