Testimonial submitted by teacher Debbie Hall
Let’s face it — everyone has to manage a classroom. So it’s fair to say that precious minutes are used every day on getting a class started or making sure you have given students important information. I think we can all agree that there are some amazing strategies to help us manage our students, and some work for a little while or I (just sayin’) become less consistent with using them.
Classcraft has stepped up the management for me without me having to put in any more time (maybe less) than other procedures. It’s was super easy to start up; as soon as I said “game,” I had buy-in from the kids, and I didn’t have to know everything about it in order to get started. The students were more than willing to help.
I’ve had one sub day since I started using Classcraft, and I only had to offer 100 XP to everyone if a good report was left by the substitute. YES! I was able to reward all students 100 XP.
It’s fair to say that not all students are interested in the gaming concept in general, but that hasn’t prevented the class from using it and enjoying it, either.
A super piece of Classcraft is the use of posting class messages. Just by checking in and looking to see if there is a message can lead to a reward of XP and GP in my class. What a great way to make sure they follow up at home and that they are prepared for the next day.
I am excited to begin the year this fall with Classcraft already in place. I’m sure it will help my incoming 6th graders transition into middle school faster and more completely.
Thanks for the amazing feedback, Debbie! :) We’re so glad that Classcraft has made a positive difference in your classroom!
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