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Thursday, July 27 • 11:45am - 12:50pm
Leighton/Picillo - Gamifying Education

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Goose Chase is a web based scavenger hunt app that we have incorporated into our US History I classes. Goose Chase teams compete to complete various missions including locating, archiving and chronicling achievements. We have used it in class, outside of the classroom as well as to aid in field trips. The app is a unique tool that allows us to increase engagement.
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John Leighton

DLI / US History Teacher, Franklin High School
This is my 23rd year teaching at Franklin High School. I divide my time between teaching US History and working with the staff to integrate technology as a Digital Learning Integrationist . I coach Unified Basketball, Girls Basketball, and assist the Girls Lacrosse team. Furthermore... Read More →
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Dustin Picillo

Teacher, Franklin Public Schools
Dustin Picillo is a Social Studies teacher at Franklin High School Social Studies. He teaches a wide variety of students from co-taught level, Honors level and Franklin Arts Academy.  

Thursday July 27, 2017 11:45am - 12:50pm EDT
Berkeley Boston Park Plaza
  Main Conference Session
  • BLC Strand Designing Rigorous and Motivating Assignments
  • Intended Audience High School
  • Session Level All