Rebel Teacher Alliance

In this episode hosts Fabian, Jamie, and Scott share their recent classroom experiences, challenges, and successes. Scott discusses a field trip where his students engaged in wetlands restoration, fostering connections with nature and community involvement. Fabian introduces the concept of Vertical Non-Permanent Surfaces (VNPS) and how he's integrating thinking classrooms and student-led assessments into his teaching. Jamie shares her excitement about "Fat Bear Week," engaging her students in a fun and educational activity that combines wildlife awareness and classroom debate. This week, we want to hear what YOU’ve been playin…? Share on the Discord!

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- Vertical Non-Permanent Surfaces (VNPS) - A teaching strategy from Peter Liljedahl's Thinking Classroom practices 

- Fat Bear Week

In this episode of the Rebel Teacher Alliance podcast, hosts Fabian, Jamie, and Scott share their recent experiences and classroom innovations. Jamie discusses "A Touch of Understanding," a program that brings empathy and awareness to students about individuals with different abilities. Fabian shares insights from his professional development sessions with Trevor McKenzie on inquiry-based learning and thinking classrooms, exploring how to implement these strategies in social studies. Scott talks about engaging his students with vision boarding and seeking inspirational resources to motivate them. The trio also delves into the challenges of professional development and wraps up with Fabian sharing his experience playing "Frosthaven" in our ever-popular segment "Whatcha been playin'...?"

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In this episode titled "Finding Our Fact-Check," the Rebel Teacher Alliance hosts—Fabian, Jamie, and Scott—share classroom experiences and educational insights. Fabian discusses being fact-checked by John Meehan about the "Track Attack" game and how he successfully implemented it with his students. Jamie celebrates her students building lightsabers, unlocking new levels in her classroom game, and highlights a legendary book project that has inspired the class. The trio reflects on teaching about 9/11, offering different approaches suitable for various age groups. Scott seeks book recommendations for his high school students, leading to a discussion on engaging literature for reluctant readers. In our ever-popular segment "Whatcha been playin'...?", Scott shares his experience with the game Patchwork.

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This week, the Jamie, Fabian, and Scott discuss EduProtocols, Emc2learning activities, an Egg Dash challenge, and more! Jamie gives us an update on how her students did with their second Microlab and how much they have improved already. Fabian is having an EduProtocols Bonanza and is considering using two templates by EMC2learning called Last Word and Track Attack. And lastly, Scott talks about his poster printer and how he engages his ALO students. In the end, Fabian describes one of his favorite review games: Danger Cards.

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Today the crew talks about Microlabs from EMC2 Learning, how Fabian revived a class that was very hard to engage with by using the Wicked Hydra EduProtocol and SchoolAI, and Scott talks about his struggles in his self-contained classroom. Finally, Jamie shares a game in our ever popular segment 'What'cha been playin'...?’.

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Wow. We think this is a record. But this is probably the shortest, but also the most concise episode we have ever recorded. Three teachers. Three student engagement stories. One boardgame. And we are done. Scott talks about how he engages his ALO students with a Frayer model activity Jeremy Sederquist posted on our Discord, Fabian has his students commit low-key vandalism by having them put googly eyes on random objects, and Jamie tried a new EMC2 activity called Collab Collect (Stack Attack). In the end, Scott talks about a game in our ever popular segment 'What'cha been playin'...?’.

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This week, it is week one for Fabian, while Jamie is already getting settled with her students and Scott is still recruiting. Listen to us discussing how different a high school class with low numbers of students can be, Jamie is hitting the ground running with her game, and Scott is passing out personal invitations to his students. Fabian has a game he describes in our ever popular segment 'What'cha been playin'...?.

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Things mentioned on the show:- Ice Cool- Cup Stack Collapse

Welcome back everybody! We are back and so happy to talk to each other again after the longest break we have ever taken. A lot has happened and we unpack it on our show. Join us, listen in as Scott talks about his position he is coordinating and basically creating from nothing, Jamie moving back into a 4th grade only classroom, and Fabian talks about his move to a new school and a new state. Jamie has a game she describes in our ever popular segment 'What'cha been playin'...?. Happy sixth season everyone!

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Things mentioned on the show:- Monica Genta on TikTok

In this episode of Rebel Teacher Alliance, hosts Jamie Halsey, Fabian Hofmann, and Scott Kazarian are joined by Mr. Ben Weems, a middle school history teacher passionate about gamifying the learning experience. Ben shares his journey, insights, and unique strategies for engaging students through game-like elements in his classroom. The conversation delves into his use of thematic maps, item cards, and historical events to create a dynamic and educational environment. Plus, they discuss the latest in gamified learning and delve into some favorite games in the ever popular segment 'What'cha been playin'...?'.

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- My City

- Ready, Set, Bet

- Star Wars: Unlimited

In this episode of Rebel Teacher Alliance, hosts Jamie Halsey, Fabian Hofmann, and Scott Kazarian welcome special guest Brian Thompson, a YouTube creator passionate about immersive design and making. Brian talks about his journey of starting his YouTube channel, the importance of imagination in education, and the inspiring community he has built `around creating immersive spaces. The discussion also touches on the benefits of project-based learning for students and the impact of creative projects in fostering imagination and hands-on skills. Tune in to find out how Brian combines his love for sci-fi and making to inspire students and educators alike. In our ever popular segment “What’cha been playin’...?” everyone shares a game and three out of four of them exist already.

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Things mentioned on the show:

- The Smuggler’s Room YouTube Channel

- Wyrmspan

- Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza

- Star Wars Jabba’s Palace