#05: 5 Ideas for Using Game-Based Learning in Your Classroom Today

Michael Matera is a middle school teacher, author of Explore Like a Pirate and Speaker. As a gamification guru and moonshot thinker, Michael transforms the traditional classroom into a high-energy environment where active student engagement is paramount. Helping educators learn about the power of a gamified immersive learning environment is Michael's passion. Learn more and connect with Michael to come to your school or event on Explorelikeapirate.com  In today's show, Michael gives us five simple ideas for implementing game-based learning in your classroom. Get started here. Pick a theme Adventure Paths Mini Games Use Game Mechanics Build Challenges A full transcript of this show and the show notes is available at www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast as well as details on entering this month's giveaway contest to win Michael's Book and Michael's Mystery Box as well as a a MakerBot mini replicator 3D! I use this printer in my classroom and love it!