Scott Hebert - Teaching in the Global Pandemic - Canada

A teacher from Fort Saskatchewan shares his experience transitioning to virtual teaching during the pandemic. He discusses his unique gamification pedagogy, which involves applying game mechanics to education. The teacher adapted his methods to include virtual game shows and digital resources, emphasizing collaboration and engagement. He highlights the importance of free resources and the challenges of digitizing classroom activities.

What was the main challenge faced by teachers when the pandemic hit?

• Transitioning to virtual teaching

• Reducing the number of subjects taught

• Finding new teaching materials

• Managing larger class sizes

What is the primary concept behind gamification in education?

• Using video games in the classroom

• Applying game mechanics to non-game scenarios

• Creating educational board games

• Developing new gaming software

How did the teacher incorporate narratives into the classroom?

• By using video presentations

• By assigning book reports

• By creating a classroom blog

• By using storytelling in lessons

What was one method used to digitize the classroom's battle board?

• Using physical game pieces

• Creating a virtual game board

• Building a new classroom website

• Developing a mobile app

Why does the teacher advocate for using free resources?

• To encourage collaboration among teachers

• To reduce the need for technology

• To save time

• To simplify lesson planning