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| EdGamer 153: Learn to Kahoot with Jamie Brooker | 28 Nov 2015 | 00:53:49 | |
Jamie Brooker is Co-founder & Chief Creative Officer at Kahoot!, one of the world’s fastest growing learning brands. Used by millions each day in over 180 countries, Kahoot!’s free game-based platform makes it easy to create, play and share fun learning games for any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages! On a mission to make learning something everyone wants to connect with, Jamie leads Kahoot!’s product team in creating meaningful experiences which capture the hearts and minds of learners and educators around the world. … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 152: Playful Learning and GLS11 Preview | 03 Jul 2015 | 00:52:29 | |
EdGamer is back, on a new site, and hosted IlliniCloud! We have a ton to share, but will hold most of this news back so we can talk with our three guests from Playful Learning and GLS. Our guests are Remi Holden, Beth King, and Conor O’Malley. They will share why this conference is the best Games and Learning conference in the world! Tune-in and level-up! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Guest: Beth King Show Guest: Remi Holden Show Guest: Conor O’Malley Show Contributor/Producer: Gerry James Show LinksCurrent News The new website – https://edgamer.net///… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 143: Pursuitery is Connecting Interests to Opportunity | 13 Sep 2014 | 00:35:19 | |
Community Manager of Pursuitery, Evan Jones, will join us for EdGamer 143. Pursuitery is building a friendly and supportive online space for people to connect with others who share their interests and want to level up their expertise together. It’s a place where people can hang out, mess around, and geek out. Tune-in and level-up! Please go to the Show Notes for all of our links. Here’s our Show Notes
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Guest: Evan Jones Show Contributor/Producer: Gerry James Contact us with any questions or comments- zack@edgamer.net… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 59: Welcome to the Dojo! | 07 Jul 2012 | 00:39:55 | |
Welcome to the Dojo…We got fun and games! This week on EdGamer 59, we take on a myriad of topics about gaming and learning. From new Civilization updates, to a gaming book club, and to some new innovative programs. This episode is packed with info on the latest current events. Don’t miss this episode…listen up to level up!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Contributor: Gerry James Here’s our Show Notes Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 58: Crystle Martin of UW-Madison | 30 Jun 2012 | 00:35:00 | |
EdGamer 58 is back with another great guest! This week we welcome Crystle Martin from UW-Madison and the GLS Conference. Crystle joins us to chat about her recent dissertation defense and all of her exciting future plans! This is another can’t miss episode of EdGamer on the EdReach network. Tune-in!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Contributor: Gerry James Guest: Crystle Martin Here’s our Show Notes Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us
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| EdGamer 57: Jeff Holmes of ASU | 23 Jun 2012 | 01:08:04 | |
Episode 57 of EdGamer has us checking in with our first guest from the recent GLS conference: Jeff Holmes from ASU and the Center for Games and Impact. We discuss a plethora of topics with Jeff including the new Surface tablet from Microsoft, the Teach with Portals platform from Valve and everything new and interesting from Jeff’s work and studies. Check out EdGamer 57 for reviews, previews and great conversations with a new friend of EdGamer: Jeff Holmes.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 56: GLS Conference (Two Crazy Nights in Madison) | 16 Jun 2012 | 00:38:25 | |
We’re packing up EdGamer and taking it on the road this week as we visit and review the Games+Learning+Society Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. Join us for an interesting discussion on the current state of gaming and education. There was enough information, food, and fantastic people to fill a lengthy podcast, but we managed to select a few highlights! If you are an EdGamer fan you cannot afford to miss this review of the most important conference to our genre.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 55: Manipulation is not only a tool for the ‘Dark Side’ | 02 Jun 2012 | 00:37:51 | |
This week on EdGamer Episode 55 we try to figure out the motivation behind an…uh…interesting article by a few psychologists. Then in happier thoughts we check out a great article about Ken Burns and manipulation. Finally we look ahead some exciting new game releases. Tune in to the latest EdGamer episode and find out Zack’s deepest, darkest secret (spoiler alert: he cried at the end of Harry Potter). Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Contributor: Gerry James Here’s our Show Notes Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 54: Summer Prep for Games Next School Year | 26 May 2012 | 00:27:59 | |
It’s summer time on EdGamer this week…well at least for some of us. In episode 54 we figure out what steps teachers would need to take this summer to get ready to use games in the classroom next year. We include some valuable links to resources and also look ahead to some great summer conferences you should consider attending! Watch out, it’s another don’t miss episode of EdGamer…summer style! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Contributor: Gerry James Here’s our Show Notes Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 53: Bloomin’ from Down Under | 19 May 2012 | 00:24:14 | |
This week on EdGamer we take a look at a great resource a new friend from Down Under passed along to us. After a quick review of the latest happenings we focus on a handout that clearly outlines Blooms Taxonomy for video game usage, learning and design. This week’s show is brief but doesn’t lack any punch. Don’t miss your chance to hears tons of bad Australian accent attempts by Zack…only on EdGamer 53! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Contributor: Gerry James Here’s our Show Notes Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 52: What is an Educational Game? | 12 May 2012 | 00:42:41 | |
In the 52nd episode of EdGamer, we find ourselves battling the toughest question we have faced: “What is an educational game?” To help us sort out our thoughts on this we contacted a higher power and great friend…no, not Yoda (well, sort of), Lucas Gillispie! Lucas returns to EdGamer to talk about some great new game releases and gives us his professional opinion on what constitutes educational gaming/learning. You do not want to miss his valuable insight…join us for another huge edition of EdGamer!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 51: Back to the Mines with Minecraft Teacher | 05 May 2012 | 00:42:22 | |
We’re over the hill and headed back to the mines on episode 51 of EdGamer. It has been a year since we last spoke to Joel Levin (AKA Minecraft Teacher) and what a year he has had! On this episode we review all the fascinating things Joel has done with Minecraft in the classroom and talk about some of the amazing people he has worked with along the way. We continue our trend of revisiting with some of our early guests in this week’s can’t-miss EdGamer.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 50: The First to 50! | 28 Apr 2012 | 00:30:18 | |
Last week was Zack’s birthday and this week it’s our birthday…our 50th! That’s right, it’s the 50th episode of EdGamer. We take a look back at all the great shows we have had and highlight a few of our favorite memories. If you are new to EdGamer check this out for some recommendations on can’t-miss past episodes. We are proud of our first 50 and we can’t wait to bring you 50 more…thanks to all for tuning in!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 142 : Adam and Kelly From HudsonAlpha Discuss the Use of Gaming Data | 30 Aug 2014 | 00:50:06 | |
Kelly East and Adam Hott, from HudsonAlpha, will join us to discuss the use of data within games to help developers and drive classroom instruction. HudsonAlpha’s free online educational activity, Touching Triton, provides an opportunity for teachers and students to have an engaging conversation about the complex nature of common disease in one class period. This Web-based activity builds understanding of common complex disease risk, influenced by factors from family history, environment and genomic data.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 49: Games and Learning Update with Dr. James Paul Gee | 21 Apr 2012 | 00:47:57 | |
“Everything I have ever done is an obsession.” – Dr. James Paul Gee The ‘Geenius’ is back! Its EdGamer 49 and Zack gets a very special birthday gift…another conversation with Dr. James Paul Gee. There are few words that could sufficiently sum up the the amazing and intense conversation we have with Dr. Gee. His thoughts and insights in the field of gaming and learning are unparalleled. Dr. Gee runs us through his current work, identifies some recent successful examples in the field of gaming, and finally gives us a glimpse into what he considers the future of gaming and learning.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 48: Boise State’s 3D Gamelab with Dr. Chris Haskell | 14 Apr 2012 | 01:13:32 | |
Episode 48 of EdGamer has us return to the lab…Boise State’s 3D Gamelab that is! We welcome back Dr. Chris Haskell and chat about what new advances in the 3D Gamelab have come about since our last chat. Somehow we find time to talk about badges, FOEs (Friends of EdGamer), Minecraft and a couple amazing Boise State studies among all of the awesome insight from Dr. Haskell. You cannot miss this episode of EdGamer, it’s one of the best yet!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 47: Is Khan Academy a Monday Solution? | 07 Apr 2012 | 00:59:28 | |
Sylvia Martinez, president of Generation YES, is our guest this week and she helps us answer an important question. Is Khan Academy a Monday solution? “This is the Monday… Someday problem – the fact that even if a teacher changes everything in their classroom, nothing else in the system will change. How can one argue for a long term (Someday) overhaul of math curriculum, pedagogy and assessment when you know even if it does change, it’s going to be long time from now, and you have kids coming in on Monday who need to pass a test on Friday that will depend on them memorizing a bunch of facts and skills?… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 46: Low Tech Games at West Sacramento Prep | 31 Mar 2012 | 00:38:47 | |
Watch out for EdGamer 46…this week we’re ‘Roland in the deep’ (sorry Roland) with returning guest Roland Aichele from West Sacramento Prep in California. Roland fills us in on the latest trends of the west coast including some low tech gaming madness. We also talk about Dan Pink one of the most interesting authors in the business world that is frequently being referenced in educational circles and how his latest book ‘Drive’ may fit into our gaming and education curriculums.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 45: Star Wars:The Old Republic vs. World of Warcraft | 24 Mar 2012 | 00:40:45 | |
It’s a packed house on EdGamer 45! This week we welcome back two of our favorite guests: Lucas Gillispie, a gamer, Instructional Technology Coordinator for Pender County Schools and blogger at Edurealms and Justin Roth, a clinical researcher and avid gamer. We only needed two topics to fill the show this week with all this brain power so we chose carefully. First debate the use of Star Wars: The Old Republic and World of Warcraft in the classroom and then we check for an update on the Boise State 3D Game Lab.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 44: Old School Games Are Building STEAM | 17 Mar 2012 | 00:18:26 | |
On EdGamer this week we take a look ahead by looking back! That’s right, EdGamer44 previews some hot sequels that are due out this summer. We also reveal the results of our first ever EdReach poll question. Finally, on this episode we discuss the latest news involing everyone’s favorite on-line game emporium, Steam. Don’t miss another great episode of EdGamer as we creep towards our 50th episode! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James
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| EdGamer 43: What is the Best Platform for Education and Gaming? | 10 Mar 2012 | 00:28:57 | |
There are some new devices being released and this week we thought we would take a look at all the major gaming platforms to discuss their effective use in the classroom. All of these devices have positives when it comes to gaming, but not all of them would be a great purchase for their learning value. We would love to hear your comments concerning the wide range of topics we discuss in the week’s EdGamer Podcast.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 42: What is Gamification and Can It Be Harmful to Your Health? | 04 Mar 2012 | 00:25:51 | |
EdGamer 42 is packed with great info! This week we tackle the complex and controversial issue of ‘Gamification’ in the classroom…fun or fad…we help you decide. Plus, we revisit the Vita and look ahead to another great new game that is due out in the near future. Check it out! ***A clarification of a incorrect statement by Zack- Taoists use Yin-Yang and Buddhist use a wheel called the Dharmachakra. We could go into great detail concerning any connections between impermanence and Yin-Yang, but we shall save that for another time.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 41: Hasta la “PS Vita” Baby | 26 Feb 2012 | 00:28:20 | |
EdGamer 41 is all business! We have a jam packed show this week with segments on Sony’s new PS Vita, a Smithsonian exhibit dedicated to video game history and a writing opportunity on video game violence from the ISTE website. We also discuss the fizzling of Facebook gaming as well as some huge new video game releases. This week’s episode is short but powerful…just like Zack…tune in! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 40: iPads, Star Wars Kinect, and Civilization V Expansion | 19 Feb 2012 | 00:25:07 | |
EdGamer is 40! For the special occasion we dig up some articles about our favorite things…Star Wars, Civilization and and iPads. Zack tells us some exciting news he received about his classroom before we delve into the possibilities of the Kinect(ed) classroom. We also take a look at one of the best commercials either of us have seen in a long time for a game that we are both pumped about. Finally, Zack fills us in on the next step for the Civilization series, including some interesting new added features.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 141: 10 Lessons Educators Can Learn From Robin Williams | 16 Aug 2014 | 00:39:26 | |
This week on EdGamer 141 we discuss the influence of Robin Williams. Gerry and Zack will look at how this amazing person made an impact on them as educators. We will look at Robin’s personal life and also the impact some of his movies had in the field of education. We will even discuss the connections to the Games and Learning field. Tune-in and level-up….nanoo nanoo! Please go to the Show Notes for all of our links.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 39: The Inner Circle of Games and Learning | 12 Feb 2012 | 00:38:56 | |
Check out EdGamer 39 for another witty episode of Zack and Gerry running through your favorite gaming and education topics. This week we decipher the cryptic (or just incredibly cool) inner circle of gaming and learning that stretches from MIT to Wisconsin to Arizona. We also track down some of Bill Gates’ money and find out how it is being used to support gaming and education. Finally, we give a brief preview of the conference season coming up.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 38: Edmodo, a Gaming Tool For Teachers | 29 Jan 2012 | 00:28:06 | |
Level up everybody, EdGamer 38 is here! In this weeks episode we discuss Edmodo, Zack’s new XP point system and his unhealthy obsession with Excel. Later we take a trip to the greatest kingdom ever created called “Gerrytopia” and briefly discuss some new uses for the Khan Academy. Check it out! Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James
Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us
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| EdGamer 37: You’re Popping My Brain | 22 Jan 2012 | 00:33:44 | |
This week’s episode of EdGamer is POPPIN’! Sorry…that was terrible…but the show this week is great! Tune in to EdGamer 37 for an in-depth review/preview of BrainPop and game creator GameSalad. We also give a shoutout to our new friend (and hopefully future guest) Pete and his endeavors with the Games and Learning Dream Tank on G+. Finally we weigh in the topic everyone is talking about: the new Apple textbooks and the impact they may have on gaming and learning.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 36: 1:1, CES, and Apple | 15 Jan 2012 | 01:06:32 | |
Gerry was unavailable this week, for legitimate reasons, and I had to search for a guest. I not only found one guest, but I found two! You might know Scott Weidig from the EdReach Show and he is also one of Gerry’s bosses. My other guest is Justin Roth, who is my best friend and a serious gaming guru. We discussed 1:1 and how that can impact gaming, iPads placement within 1:1, and Apple’s announcement for Thursday, January 19th.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 35: Break is Over, Let’s Play Some Games | 08 Jan 2012 | 00:39:32 | |
WE’RE BACK! EdGamer welcomes you into 2012 with a show chock full of educational gaming information. In this episode we recap the holidays, visit a few new articles and look forward to the possible future of gaming and education. EdGamer 35 will give you everything you need to start your edugaming year off right! Tune in. Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us https://twitter.com/EdGamer… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 34: Students Learn a Game and Teach a Game | 17 Dec 2011 | 00:22:20 | |
Episode 34, of EdGamer, takes us to classrooms of Gerry and Zack. Gerry’s HIVE (Highly Interactive Virtual Environments) project is progressing well and they have created a video to show off their avatars. This class is not only “highly interactive” it is engaging and these students are talented. We also discuss the game creation engine, HeroEngine, that is responsible for the new game Repopulation (which looks fantastic) and the implications it could have for the classroom.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 33: Two Separate Ideas That Need to Join | 10 Dec 2011 | 00:40:46 | |
On Episode 33 of EdGamer we take on the daunting task of updating the American educational system. The two amazing articles from this week’s show give great recommendations on what needs to be done. We are determined to fit the two together for one great and most importantly, effective answer. Tune in for some great banter on how we can include games in the future of education.
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 32: What Was That Doctor’s Name? | 03 Dec 2011 | 00:24:33 | |
Hey EdGamers, Episode 32 is packed with tons of great new links! Tune-in to hear us discuss an upcoming Canadian documentary on video game creators. Also, we cover the U.S. Government’s opinion on video game usefulness as well as a recent study on violent video games and their impact on the brain. Finally we chat about STEM’s move to STEAM and Zack fills us in on latest Ender’s Game casting news! It’s another great episode of EdGamer you don’t want to miss!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 31: Can Learning Be Fun? We Have Proof. | 26 Nov 2011 | 00:38:55 | |
This week on EdGamer Episode 31 we have a special guest who will give us some proof that games and learning can be combined to equal some serious fun. Dan Rezac shares his perspective on the introduction of Civilization IV within his middle school. We also discuss a new app for the Field Museum in Chicago and how Zack is addicted to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 30: PixeLicks, Student Game Reviews | 19 Nov 2011 | 00:22:21 | |
Hey EdGamers, its guest time again! In this week’s episode we are rollin’ with Roland…Roland Aichele that is (sorry Roland). Our guest on EdGamer 30 joins us from beautiful West Sacramento, CA and tells us all about his students’ work on the website PixelLicks. Join us to hear all about this site, his students and his thoughts on gaming and learning. Check it out!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Contact us with any questions or comments- edgamer@edreach.us … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 140: Tyto Online – An MMORPG Learning Platform | 31 Jul 2014 | 00:38:31 | |
This week on EdGamer 140 we are joined by a very special guest, Lindsey Tropf, founder/CEO of Immersed Games. Lindsey is currently working on Tyto Online, an educational MMORPG. Join us as we chat about her Kickstarter and this intriguing new game. Tune-in and level-up! Please go to the Show Notes for all of our links. Here’s our Show Notes
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show Guest: Lindsey Tropf Show Contributor/Producer: Gerry James Contact us with any questions or comments- zack@edgamer.net… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 29: Our 6th Listener and a New Microphone | 12 Nov 2011 | 00:30:22 | |
This week on EdGamer Episode 29 we introduce to you…our 6TH LISTENER! Our rapidly expanding audience also gets treated to a show full of links about the many types of gamers and some info on the downfall of Flash, including the implications that might have on gaming. Also included is a hop, skip and a jump down memory lane as we go through a list of the twenty best games of all time. You cannot afford to miss this week’s EdGamer.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 28: Are Games the Modern Novel? | 05 Nov 2011 | 00:27:22 | |
We’re back! The 28th installment of EdGamer takes off with a discussion about video games and creativity and then sinks into one of the best and deepest articles we have found about gaming. You do not want to miss this episode as it is jam packed with some useful info, some hilarious info, and some true ‘what am I listening to’ moments! Also, sorry for the downgrade in Zack’s microphone. Listen and find out what happened to his favorite listening/recording device. … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 27: Lucas G. and the BBC | 29 Oct 2011 | 00:28:51 | |
This week I was joined by a FOE (Friend of EdGamer) Lucas Gillispie. Lucas filled in for the voiceless Gerry and he updated us on 3D GameLab and other projects on his plate. We also discussed my article concerning the removal of one of my favorite (or favourite if you are British) games from the BBC website, Death in Sakkara.
You get all of this and a little more from this week’s EdGamer podcast. Enjoy!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 26: The Results Are Obvious, Kids Are Playing More Games | 15 Oct 2011 | 00:19:30 | |
This week on EdGamer 26 we analyze the results of a telling new study. According to the study, 91% of children today are…PLAYING VIDEO GAMES (cue dramatic music)!!! We brace ourselves as we dissect this ridiculously obvious study. Why are children playing video games…um…because they are fun? Duh. Tune in for some more heavy sarcasm as well as some criticism of violence in video games and some support of games and storytelling in the classroom. Another great EdGamer is on the way!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 25: How Apple Started Computer Gaming | 08 Oct 2011 | 00:33:43 | |
This week on EdGamer we pay our respects to Steve Jobs with gaming flare! Although Apple was well known for its role in educational establishments, we take some time to analyze how it also impacted the game market. Tune in for some great banter on Apples impact on the origins of gaming. ‘Jobs’ well done!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Contact us with any questions or comments- Zack Gilbert- zgilbert@edreach.us … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 24: RPG’s Are Not Just Played In Your Mother’s Basement | 24 Sep 2011 | 00:39:03 | |
RPG’s (role-playing games) are becoming more popular and don’t need to be played in your mother’s basement. EdGamer found a free RPG on GeekDad and it got us to think about ways these games could be used in schools. There are so many useful skills within a role-playing game. We also have an update on Civilization IV and a chart that describes How Video Games are Changing Education. Enjoy!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Call us on our comment line! … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 23: A Thousand Year Game | 03 Sep 2011 | 00:28:03 | |
Think you can design a game that could last for a thousand years? On this episode of EdGamer find an online contest that asks you to do just that! Plus we revisit our Portal fascination with a new short film by Dan Trachtenberg. You can find information about these plus a solid half hour of our natural humor and wit…who could want more? Check out EdGamer Episode 23!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Show contributor: Gerry James Subscription Page and Feeds for EdGamer The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki Call us on our comment line! … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 22: Phillips You, GameStop | 27 Aug 2011 | 00:31:14 | |
This week’s episode of EdGamer is truly unique…Zack is cursing with tools and Gerry has HIVEs!!! Tune in for some smack talk about GameStop, Zack’s plans to buy his wife a new phone and a phenomenal article about the exciting future of games and storytelling in education. This blurb may be misleading at best, but don’t let it stop you from checking out this action packed EdGamer podcast.
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| EdGamer 21: Google+ Games+ Classroom= ? | 20 Aug 2011 | 00:33:40 | |
On the 21st installment of EdGamer we breakdown the the recent addition of games to Google+. Can these games, or Google+ in general, be beneficial to our classroom environment? Also, we review an article that talks to the real professionals (the students!) about what they would like to see in our current school system. They have some interesting thoughts on integrating technology in our schools. Check out this episode of EdGamer for an in-depth discussion about these topics and more!… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 20: The Tools We Use for EdGamer | 06 Aug 2011 | 00:25:06 | |
EdGamer 20 is short and sweet, but it doesn’t lack any punch! In fact, in honor of our 20th show, we give you a gift. In this episode we pass along to the listener a list of places we routinely check and monitor to find all the great sites, tools and gadgets we bring to you each week! We have brought you into the sporadic, sarcastic, app-addicted and often downright scary brain behind EdGamer…good luck and enjoy!Additional… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 139: GLS10 Recap | 12 Jul 2014 | 00:54:39 | |
This week on EdGamer 139 we were joined by Remi Holden, Rex Beaber, and Caro Williams (from GLS10) to discuss all the amazing events that took place this past June in Madison, Wisconsin. The GLS Conference, held annually in Madison, provides a forum for games researchers, game designers, and educators from around the world to share results from research and game design efforts. Tune-in and level-up! Please go to the Show Notes for all of our links.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 19: Sid Meier’s Civ World Disappoints | 23 Jul 2011 | 00:59:56 | |
Don’t be upset with the title Sid. I don’t think Civ World was meant for gamers like me. EdGamer 19 discusses Sid Meier’s new creation Civ World, which is hosted on Facebook. Lucas Gillispie (guest appearance #3) and I discuss Civ World, ISTE, World of Warcraft, and current gaming news.
What new Xbox Live Arcade game should I buy? What upcoming MMO could replace WoW in the classroom? EdGamer 19…listen you must!
Show Host: Zack Gilbert Subscribe to The EdReach Podcasts on iTunes Subscribe to the EdReach Podcast Feed The complete show notes are now on the EdGamer Wiki. … Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 18: Bad Gaming Idea for Eminem | 09 Jul 2011 | 00:25:11 | |
Welcome to EdGamer Episode 18! As we creep closer and closer to our 20th episode we dive deeper into the world of mass gaming. Our topics of interest this week include a look at just how fast gaming is growing through social media, the way social media is corrupting the image of gaming, and how businesses are using gaming as educational tools. We also check out a great site for students where they can keep themselves busy and refresh some skills during the summer months.… Read the rest | |||
| EdGamer 17: The Supreme Court and EdGamer Agree | 02 Jul 2011 | 00:42:53 | |
Welcome to EdGamer episode 17! This week we get judicial as we discuss the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the California law that banned sales of violent video games to children. We also touch on another board game and discuss teen virtual worlds. This episode is chock full of random video game and education talk as we discuss all the topics that have been nagging on our brains lately. Tune in and don’t miss a minute of another great episode of EdGamer!… Read the rest | |||