Podcast appearances and mentions of ryan schaaf

Ryan Schaaf on Digital Games-Based LearningIn this episode of Experience Points, host Dave Eng interviews Dr. Ryan Schaaf, an award-winning professor and author, about the transformative role of digital games-based learning in education. Dr. Schaaf shares his journey as a gamer and educator, highlighting how games foster skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking. He explores the unique needs of the "always-on generation" and discusses barriers to adoption, such as funding, training, and data privacy. Offering actionable advice, Dr. Schaaf suggests educators start small by integrating vetted games into lessons. He also teases an upcoming resource to support educators in adopting game-based learning.If you liked this episode please consider commenting, sharing, and subscribing.Subscribing is absolutely free and ensures that you'll get the next episode of Experience Points delivered directly to you.I'd also love it if you took some time to rate the show!I live to lift others with learning.  So, if you found this episode useful, consider sharing it with someone who could benefit.Also make sure to visit University XP online at www.universityxp.com University XP is also on Twitter @University_XP and on Facebook and LinkedIn as University XPAlso, feel free to email me anytime at dave@universityxp.comGame on!Get the full transcript and references for this episode here: https://www.universityxp.com/podcast/135Support the show

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Our guest today is Ryan Schaaf, instructional designer, professor in the Johns Hopkins University School of Education, and author of 5 books. Ryan thinks and writes about using digital tools and game-like learning experience in the classroom to engage today's learners in new ways. His new book explores learning in the age of disruption. How is this related to school growth you might ask? Well, listen and you will find out. Watch out for when a young student in the future runs a digital project with a scientist in Antartica. The short answer is that parents know and feel the age of disruption is upon us. If you can create a learning experience that will excite young students, word of mouth will spread.In our discussion, we cover:How the Dune Book Series and the Lord of the Rings are like instructional video games.How to Ryan uses video games to create exciting and multifaceted learning experiences with his sons.Why learning by making mistakes is easier with game-based learning.The explosion of energy that you can tap into if you utilize digital tools that students are used to in the classroom, provided you use them in the right way.The similarities between game-based learning and project-based or inquiry-based learning.Why games are a great tool to break through the industrial-age forces that are keeping your school back.How to use game-like learning experiences to grow your school.Quotes:3:50 “Gone are the days where you just memorize content and facts; now education is about story lines and seeing relationships.”4:50 “They (video games) are probably the best medium for learning-growth mindset - where you learn from your mistakes and by trying new strategies.”6:10 “Students want to demonstrate what they’ve learned, and they become ‘prosumers’ - they consume information from the video games, and then they produce their own content and share with their gaming community.”7:30 “Game-based learning is the incubator of the next generation skills that we want our workforce to have.”12:10 “Learning must be relevant, fun, and useful for the learners or you won’t have engagement.”15:15 “We have to question systems because they have a way of becoming rigid over time.”Here are some resources mentioned in our discussion:Most Likely to Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for the Innovation Era - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P42WP7KThe Oregon Trail Game - http://www.gameloft.com/en/game/the-oregon-trail-american-settlerWhere to learn more about Ryan Shaaf:Web - infosavvy21.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/RyanLSchaafA Brief History of the Future of Education: Learning in the Age of Disruption - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MW8DZJ2Game On: Using Digital Games to Transform Teaching, Learning, and Assessment - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M28RHLTMaking School a Game Worth Playing - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C6MV6LGUsing Digital Games as Assessment and Instruction Tools - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XDN5EIOReinventing Learning for the Always On Generation - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0113KZGH2

Social Media and Student Communication: A Compelling Perspective  A Conversation with Angela Stockman Rather than viewing social media as an inhibitor to our teaching, Angela Stockman makes a compelling case for embracing this medium as a teaching tool.   Truly an innovative thought leader, her perspective on opening new “corridors of learning” for students by utilizing technology to nurture writing is inspiring.  Although she describes herself as a “hot mess” in high school, she clearly has it together as an educator/author!  Look for her guidance in teaching “cool” and “warm” feedback in the classroom. Another overriding theme of this session is a poignant reminder to not make assumptions about our learners’ interests. Angela has graciously shared the most amazing resources on MyEdExpert.  Link to those:   https://myedexpert.com/vendor/angelastockman/ Her Twitter: @angela stockman; Angela’s website:  http://www.angelastockman.com/ Note:  This podcast is purposely situated next to that of Ryan Schaaf’s, who is a digital gaming expert.  Their philosophies about technology in the classroom are quite thought-provoking.

The Future of Education:  Are YOU Ready?  A Conversation with Dr. Ryan Schaaf   According to our podcast guest, the future will belong to students who can learn, unlearn, and relearn, …and adapt quickly.  Ryan Schaaf is the co-author of the new book, A Brief History of the Future of Education: Learning in the Age of Disruption.  The truth is, the job landscape is changing so rapidly that students need long-term skills in order to adapt to this incredibly fast-moving, disruptive time.  Jobs that were formerly the mainstays of the economy, such as bookkeeping, customer service, and even law, are now done largely digitally.  A new expectation for the future: frequent career changes for workers to move with the times. Some of the insights Ryan gained researching the book: balancing short-term and long-term skills, survival skills for students, and what teaching will look like in the future.   Executive summary for the book – quick read & GREAT! Plus, he just posted “Learning with Digital Games Guide". • Ryan on MyEdExpert • Ryan’s Twitter  

What’s Wrong (Or Right) with These Kids?  New Ways to Teach the “Always On” Generation A Conversation with Ryan Schaaf  Turns out, technology use in the “Always On” generation HAS changed our kids’ brains.  Expert Ryan Schaaf shares research on how students today read differently, multi-task more, and handle instant gratification.  This fascinating conversation provides insights into how to teach this generation – a most unique group that has always had instant access to information.  Ryan blends research and pragmatism in this balanced approach to using technology in the classroom for real world learning.  Ryan has posted open downloads for you on MyEdExpert here:  https://myedexpert.com/vendor/rschaaf/ Ryan Schaaf’s contact info:  Twitter @RyanLSchaaf;  rschaaf@ndm.edu   Note:  Ryan’s session pairs beautifully with the next podcast with Angela Stockman.  Both are experts in utilizing technology for real-world learning in balanced classroom experiences.  

  Today, I'm talking with Ryan Schaaf about his book (co-authored with Nicky Mohan) - Game On: Using Digital Games to Transform Teaching, Learning, and Assessment (Solution Tree Press, 2017). Game On is an easy to read and use instructional manual for implementing game-based learning in the classroom. Ryan takes a look at what he calls shifting to an Education 3.0 mindset. Additionally, he discusses the idea of viewing digital tools as a support for modern learning and he explains game based learning. During our talk we take a look at the content of a couple of the chapters of Game On - For example, Chapter 4: How to Find and Evaluate Digital Games for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment and Chapter 6: Digital Gaming and Assessment. I like the way the book is written. It is easy to read and use the information. There are awesome e-resources as well as amazing tools within the main content of the book. Check out the Lesson Sparks, you will find them very helpful. Ryan has much to share and I am sure that you will find everything about Game On helpful as you work to include gamebased learning and digital tools in your lessons. Enjoy! Find out more or contact Ryan: https://www.solutiontree.com/authors/ryan-l-schaaf.html https://www.solutiontree.com/authors/ryan-l-schaaf/game-on.html https://infosavvy21.com/ https://myedexpert.com/vendor/rschaaf/ https://www.amazon.com/Ryan-Schaaf/e/B00NC4167W/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0 rschaaf@ndm.edu @RyanLSchaaf http://www.games4ed.org/ #Games4Ed Mathew Farber - Edutopia   Length - 57:06

Episode 113 of the TeachThought Podcast is the final episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies And Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21.

Episode 110 of the TeachThought Podcast is the 11th episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies & Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology at Notre Dame of Maryland University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21.

Social Media and Student Communication: A Compelling Perspective  A Conversation with Angela Stockman Rather than viewing social media as an inhibitor to our teaching, Angela Stockman makes a compelling case for embracing this medium as a teaching tool.   Truly an innovative thought leader, her perspective on opening new “corridors of learning” for students by utilizing technology to nurture writing is inspiring.  Although she describes herself as a “hot mess” in high school, she clearly has it together as an educator/author!  Look for her guidance in teaching “cool” and “warm” feedback in the classroom. Another overriding theme of this session is a poignant reminder to not make assumptions about our learners’ interests. Angela has graciously shared the most amazing resources on MyEdExpert.  Link to those:   https://myedexpert.com/vendor/angelastockman/ Her Twitter: @angela stockman; Angela’s website:  http://www.angelastockman.com/ Note:  This podcast is purposely situated next to that of Ryan Schaaf’s, who is a digital gaming expert.  Their philosophies about technology in the classroom are quite thought-provoking.

What’s Wrong (Or Right) with These Kids?  New Ways to Teach the “Always On” Generation A Conversation with Ryan Schaaf  Turns out, technology use in the “Always On” generation HAS changed our kids’ brains.  Expert Ryan Schaaf shares research on how students today read differently, multi-task more, and handle instant gratification.  This fascinating conversation provides insights into how to teach this generation – a most unique group that has always had instant access to information.  Ryan blends research and pragmatism in this balanced approach to using technology in the classroom for real world learning.  Ryan has posted open downloads for you on MyEdExpert here:  https://myedexpert.com/vendor/rschaaf/ Ryan Schaaf’s contact info:  Twitter @RyanLSchaaf;  rschaaf@ndm.edu   Note:  Ryan’s session pairs beautifully with the next podcast with Angela Stockman.  Both are experts in utilizing technology for real-world learning in balanced classroom experiences.  

   Ryan Schaaf is an author, speaker, professor, consultant and blogger. Today we are talking about his book (written with Ian Jukes and Nicky Mohan) Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation: Strategies and Apps that Work (Solution Tree, 2015.) He is the author of three other books and has a couple more in the works. Reinventing Learning, an IPPY award winner for its contributions as a resource book for educators, is an incredible tool that focuses on 9 attributes that educators should understand when working with the Always-On Generation. We take some time to talk about the 9 attributes and take a deep dive into three of them: Attribute #4 is my favorite - It states, "Digital learners prefer to network and collaborate simultaneously with many others." #6 - "Digital learners prefer just in time learning." And # 9 - Digital learners prefer learning that is simultaneously relevant, active, useful, and fun." Wait until you discover all of the extra resources that are included with the book! Wow!!! Lots to learn.  Thanks for listening. Have an awesome day!   Contact Ryan: rschaaf@NDM.edu Tweet Ryan @ryanlschaaf More information as well as other resources: Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation: Strategies and Apps that Work (Solution Tree, 2015) Game On: Using Digital Games to Transform Teaching, Learning, and Assessment (Solution Tree, 2017) Ryan's Amazon Page Solution Tree Ryan's Page on Solution Tree Listen to Ryan on the Teach Thought Podcast Part 1: Ep. 81 Reinventing Learning: Why Are Kids Different Today? Part 2: Ep. 84 Reinventing Learning: The Nine Core Learning Attributes Of The Digital Generation – A Primer Part 3: Ep. 85 Reinventing Learning: A#1: Digital Learners Prefer Receiving Information From Multiple, Hyperlinked Sources Part 4: Ep. 88 Reinventing Learning: A#2: Digital Learners Prefer Parallel Processing and Multitasking Part 5: Ep. 89 Reinventing Learning: A#3: Digital Learners Prefer Processing Video, Images, and Sound Part 6: Ep. 90 Reinventing Learning A#4: Digital Learners Prefer Collaboration Part 7: Ep. 91 Reinventing Learning A#5: Digital Readers Read In An ‘F’ or Fast-Pattern Part 8: Ep. 96 Reinventing Learning A#6: Digital Learners Prefer Just-In-Time Learning Part 9: Ep. 99 Reinventing Learning A#7: Digital Learners Prefer Instant Gratification https://infosavvy21.com/    Length - 49:22

Episode 102 of the TeachThought Podcast is the ninth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies & Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology at Notre Dame of Maryland University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21.

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Episode 99 of the TeachThought Podcast is the ninth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies & Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology at Notre Dame of Maryland University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21.  

Episode 96 of the TeachThought Podcast is the eighth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies & Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21.

by TeachThought Staff Episode 91 of the TeachThought Podcast is the seventh episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies And Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21. The next installment in the series will explore just-in-time learning, which will be released next week. Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation: Strategies and Apps that Work Part 1: Ep. 81 Reinventing Learning: Why Are Kids Different Today? Part 2: Ep. 84 Reinventing Learning: The Nine Core Learning Attributes Of The Digital Generation – A Primer Part 3: Ep. 85 Reinventing Learning: A#1: Digital Learners Prefer Receiving Information From Multiple, Hyperlinked Sources Part 4: Ep. 88 Reinventing Learning: A#2: Digital Learners Prefer Parallel Processing and Multitasking Part 5: Ep. 89 Reinventing Learning: A#3: Digital Learners Prefer Processing Video, Images, and Sound Part 6: Ep. 90 Reinventing Learning A#4: Digital Learners Prefer Collaboration Ryan Schaaf on twitter InfoSavvy21

Episode 90 of the TeachThought Podcast is the sixth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies And Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21. The next installment in the series will explore the new reading behaviors of digital readers and how they unconsciously read text on a page or on a screen in an F or Fast-pattern, which will be released next week.

Episode 89 of the TeachThought Podcast is the fifth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies And Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21. The next installment in the series will be Part 6, Attribute #4: Digital learners prefer to network and collaborate simultaneously with many others, which will be released next week.

Episode 88 of the TeachThought Podcast is the fourth episode in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. The series is based on the award-winning book, Reinventing Learning For The Always-On Generation: Strategies And Apps That Work. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21. The next installment in the series will be Part 5, Attribute #3: Digital learners prefer processing pictures, sounds, color, and video before they process text, which will be released next week.

Episode 85 of the TeachThought podcast is the third in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the 'always on' generation. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner 'is' and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and on the  Graduate Faculty, Johns Hopkins University. He is also Director at InfoSavvy21.  Next week we'll publish the fourth part in this series, ‘Part 4: Attribute #2: Digital Learners Prefer Parallel Processing And Multitasking.' 

Episode 84 of the TeachThought Podcast is the second in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the always-on generation. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner ‘is’ and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and Graduate Faculty at Johns Hopkins University. He is also a Director at InfoSavvy21. The next installment in the series will be Part 3, Attribute #1: Digital learners prefer receiving information quickly from multiple, hyperlinked digital sources, will be released next week. Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation: Strategies and Apps that Work Ryan Schaaf on twitter InfoSavvy21

Episode 81 of the TeachThought podcast is the first in a 12-part series on reinventing learning for the 'always on' generation. In this series, Ryan Schaaf takes a look at what a modern learner 'is' and how teachers can adapt to and serve them. Ryan is Assistant Professor of Technology, Notre Dame of Maryland University and on the  Graduate Faculty, Johns Hopkins University. He is also Director at InfoSavvy21.  This week we'll publish the second part in this series, 'The Nine Core Learning Attributes of the Digital Generation: A Primer.' 

Join me and Ryan as we discuss the pros and cons of traditional publishing, how to use researched material in book writing, and more. This is a great episode for anyone who wants to write nonfiction books that changes with the times. Listen in and you'll see what I mean! Contact Ryan and find out more about his books: https://www.twitter.com/RyanLSchaaf https://www.amazon.com/author/ryanlschaaf https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanlschaaf/   Shoot me an email and tell me about YOUR book idea! Amy@VoicePenPurpose.com