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    <description>A podcast all about playful learning, #gamification, game based learning, and game inspired course design. Join in the fun with our crazy hosts as we talk about the passion of playful learning.</description>
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        <title>S7.E52 - That’s a Wrap!</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[What can I say but thank you to the wonderful people in the Well Played community. It has been an honor to be part of your educational journey. I look forward to what is in store for future podcast ideas. Please consider joining in these shows by looking at MrMatera.com or Emc2Learning.com 

I hope you enjoy this personal show with a very special guest!

Thank you all!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[What can I say but thank you to the wonderful people in the Well Played community. It has been an honor to be part of your educational journey. I look forward to what is in store for future podcast ideas. Please consider joining in these shows by looking at MrMatera.com or Emc2Learning.com 

I hope you enjoy this personal show with a very special guest!

Thank you all!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What can I say but thank you to the wonderful people in the Well Played community. It has been an honor to be part of your educational journey. I look forward to what is in store for future podcast ideas. Please consider joining in these shows by looking at MrMatera.com or Emc2Learning.com 

I hope you enjoy this personal show with a very special guest!

Thank you all!]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E51 - Managing it All in a gamified classroom!!! Plus an announcement!</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss some ways to stay organized in the gamified classroom. Also, I share what is next for me and the podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

Check out mrmatera.com for more podcasts]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss some ways to stay organized in the gamified classroom. Also, I share what is next for me and the podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

Check out mrmatera.com for more podcasts]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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Check out mrmatera.com for more podcasts]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E50 - Tests! Do They have to suck!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E50 - Tests! Do They have to suck!</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e50-tests-do-they-have-to-suck/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[The answer is no! 
Have a listen to hear how you might level up your assessments tomorrow!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The answer is no! 
Have a listen to hear how you might level up your assessments tomorrow!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The answer is no! 
Have a listen to hear how you might level up your assessments tomorrow!]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E49 - Organizing Your Items &amp; Badges</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e49-organizing-your-items-badges/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we are looking at ways to keep yourself organized in this gamified classroom! Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we are looking at ways to keep yourself organized in this gamified classroom! Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <title>S7.E48 - Student Centered</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E48 - Student Centered</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e48-student-centered/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Take a moment to refocus your classroom and support students the way they want to learn.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Take a moment to refocus your classroom and support students the way they want to learn.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E47 - What if kids could create!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E47 - What if kids could create!</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e47-what-if-kids-could-create/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Listen to this crazy idea... Kids creating in front of your eyes, enjoying it, and sharing content...

Look no further... We got you!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Listen to this crazy idea... Kids creating in front of your eyes, enjoying it, and sharing content...

Look no further... We got you!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen to this crazy idea... Kids creating in front of your eyes, enjoying it, and sharing content...

Look no further... We got you!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.46 - Big Sheet Keep Away Resource Dive</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.46 - Big Sheet Keep Away Resource Dive</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s746-big-sheet-keep-away-resource-dive/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s746-big-sheet-keep-away-resource-dive/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This one we take a look at a great activity I ran this week that I think you all should do right now! Seriously. Let's take a closer look, shall we?]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This one we take a look at a great activity I ran this week that I think you all should do right now! Seriously. Let's take a closer look, shall we?]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/w8jeo8/stream_1663417425-michael-matera-820374895-s746-big-sheet-keep-away-resource-dive.mp3" length="14617354" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This one we take a look at a great activity I ran this week that I think you all should do right now! Seriously. Let's take a closer look, shall we?]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>456</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S7.E45 - The Games I have Been Playing</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E45 - The Games I have Been Playing</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e45-the-games-i-have-been-playing/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e45-the-games-i-have-been-playing/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Here are some great games you should pick up for your house or your class! Seriously folks these are great! I hope you consider picking them up! 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Here are some great games you should pick up for your house or your class! Seriously folks these are great! I hope you consider picking them up! 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fp8q7t/stream_1657558566-michael-matera-820374895-s7e45-the-games-i-have-been-playing.mp3" length="20406538" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Here are some great games you should pick up for your house or your class! Seriously folks these are great! I hope you consider picking them up! 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>637</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S7.E44 - Designing Learning From Worksheet to Website</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E44 - Designing Learning From Worksheet to Website</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e44-designing-learning-from-worksheet-to-website/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e44-designing-learning-from-worksheet-to-website/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to this short episode getting you thinking about how many design elements you can add to your classroom.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to this short episode getting you thinking about how many design elements you can add to your classroom.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6kz9jw/stream_1653021282-michael-matera-820374895-s7e44-designing-learning-from-worksheet-to-website.mp3" length="15637258" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to this short episode getting you thinking about how many design elements you can add to your classroom.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>488</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S7.E43 - Having a Playful Spirit</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E43 - Having a Playful Spirit</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e43-having-a-playful-spirit/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e43-having-a-playful-spirit/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we are reminded of the power of a playful spirit. Give this one a listen! 

#WellPlayedPodcast 
#EMC2Learning]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we are reminded of the power of a playful spirit. Give this one a listen! 

#WellPlayedPodcast 
#EMC2Learning]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wfb5ed/stream_1647533586-michael-matera-820374895-s7e43-having-a-playful-spirit.mp3" length="21150730" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we are reminded of the power of a playful spirit. Give this one a listen! 

#WellPlayedPodcast 
#EMC2Learning]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>660</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S7.E42 - Set Collection</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E42 - Set Collection</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e42-set-collection/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e42-set-collection/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Adding a bit of fun in your class one set at a time. Have a listen to how this one mechanic can really add a whole lot of kick to your game.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Adding a bit of fun in your class one set at a time. Have a listen to how this one mechanic can really add a whole lot of kick to your game.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/n9pjjj/stream_1642410048-michael-matera-820374895-s7e42-set-collection.mp3" length="18291466" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Adding a bit of fun in your class one set at a time. Have a listen to how this one mechanic can really add a whole lot of kick to your game.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>571</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/cb756a338e7c7f9053d58506c708d5ec.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E41 The Reveal</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E41 The Reveal</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e41-the-reveal/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e41-the-reveal/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This one is a great little podcast. We are talking about how to build in a bit more excitement with adding the reveal to your class game!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This one is a great little podcast. We are talking about how to build in a bit more excitement with adding the reveal to your class game!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/z16krw/stream_1635384402-michael-matera-820374895-s7e41-the-reveal.mp3" length="13214986" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This one is a great little podcast. We are talking about how to build in a bit more excitement with adding the reveal to your class game!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>412</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/12710c29a66f2f7577fb3f975203b467.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E40 - Boss Battles</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E40 - Boss Battles</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e40-boss-battles/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e40-boss-battles/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to my boss battle structure to spice up your next review day in class.

Love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to my boss battle structure to spice up your next review day in class.

Love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3644qu/stream_1631011422-michael-matera-820374895-s7e40-boss-battles.mp3" length="28737802" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to my boss battle structure to spice up your next review day in class.

Love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>898</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S7.E39 - The Power of Language in a Gamified Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E39 - The Power of Language in a Gamified Classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e39-the-power-of-language-in-a-gamified-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e39-the-power-of-language-in-a-gamified-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Explore with me the power that language has to transform your classroom and students experiences within it. 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Explore with me the power that language has to transform your classroom and students experiences within it. 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Explore with me the power that language has to transform your classroom and students experiences within it. 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E38 - Order Up! Getting Frantic with some Facts!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E38 - Order Up! Getting Frantic with some Facts!</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e38-order-up-getting-frantic-with-some-facts/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[EMC2 Under The Hood. This one shows you the exciting new activity on EMC2 Learning. Give this one a shot in your classroom. Not a member yet? Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[EMC2 Under The Hood. This one shows you the exciting new activity on EMC2 Learning. Give this one a shot in your classroom. Not a member yet? Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[EMC2 Under The Hood. This one shows you the exciting new activity on EMC2 Learning. Give this one a shot in your classroom. Not a member yet? Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>685</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/5385bc242e6b251d8d5aba639c9f4729.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S7.E37 - Turning Over the Engine of a Gamified Class</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E37 - Turning Over the Engine of a Gamified Class</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e37-turning-over-the-engine-of-a-gamified-class/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e37-turning-over-the-engine-of-a-gamified-class/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we hit the open road. Join me as we discuss ways to get your students inspired and talking about being at the top of THEIR game!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we hit the open road. Join me as we discuss ways to get your students inspired and talking about being at the top of THEIR game!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we hit the open road. Join me as we discuss ways to get your students inspired and talking about being at the top of THEIR game!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>718</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S7.E36 -  First Week Done and I Got a Cold!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E36 -  First Week Done and I Got a Cold!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e36-first-week-done-and-i-got-a-cold/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e36-first-week-done-and-i-got-a-cold/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Thanks for listening. I wonder how will you raise the standard in your class?]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Thanks for listening. I wonder how will you raise the standard in your class?]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wlc2zp/stream_1608214995-michael-matera-820374895-s7e36-first-week-done-and-i-got-a-cold.mp3" length="11115274" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening. I wonder how will you raise the standard in your class?]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>347</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S7.E35 - Talking Gamification Setup With Students</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E35 - Talking Gamification Setup With Students</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e35-talking-gamification-setup-with-students/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e35-talking-gamification-setup-with-students/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we dive into your setup talk with students about gamification. Some great tips to explore here. Love to hear from all you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera

Let me know how you are doing this year!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we dive into your setup talk with students about gamification. Some great tips to explore here. Love to hear from all you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera

Let me know how you are doing this year!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hx8nwa/stream_1602180504-michael-matera-820374895-s7e35-talking-gamification-setup-with-students.mp3" length="36421642" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we dive into your setup talk with students about gamification. Some great tips to explore here. Love to hear from all you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera

Let me know how you are doing this year!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1138</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/cc5b602820a050ed6e35fa9946511151.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E34 - Taking Stock of the show… Let’s Hear from you?</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E34 - Taking Stock of the show… Let’s Hear from you?</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e34-taking-stock-of-the-show%e2%80%a6-let-s-hear-from-you/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e34-taking-stock-of-the-show%e2%80%a6-let-s-hear-from-you/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 05:59:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Trying to decide what to do with the show and I would love to hear from you all. Give me a shout out on Insta at @mrmateraEDU or X at @mrmatera 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast 

Thanks much everyone!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Trying to decide what to do with the show and I would love to hear from you all. Give me a shout out on Insta at @mrmateraEDU or X at @mrmatera 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast 

Thanks much everyone!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5eawi7/stream_1596866484-michael-matera-820374895-s7e24-taking-stock-of-the-show-lets-hear-from-you.mp3" length="9492490" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Trying to decide what to do with the show and I would love to hear from you all. Give me a shout out on Insta at @mrmateraEDU or X at @mrmatera 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast 

Thanks much everyone!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>296</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/bd0a28dea41a6c515df97e45ac439af6.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E33 - Level Up Learning… Seriously Add Some Levels</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E33 - Level Up Learning… Seriously Add Some Levels</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e33-level-up-learning%e2%80%a6-seriously-add-some-levels/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e33-level-up-learning%e2%80%a6-seriously-add-some-levels/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This one is epic... Have a listen and start building them in your class today!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This one is epic... Have a listen and start building them in your class today!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7e656m/stream_1588833195-michael-matera-820374895-s7e33-level-up-learning-seriously-add-some-levels.mp3" length="17107210" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This one is epic... Have a listen and start building them in your class today!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>534</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/b027d78e1d53d154aef262ce16fe4c89.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E32 - Bartle Test + Surprise at the End!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E32 - Bartle Test + Surprise at the End!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e32-bartle-test-surprise-at-the-end/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e32-bartle-test-surprise-at-the-end/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to how you can use this tool in your class design and with students! 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to how you can use this tool in your class design and with students! 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r2at02/stream_1584441023-michael-matera-820374895-s7e32-bartle-test-surprise-at-the-end.mp3" length="35888650" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to how you can use this tool in your class design and with students! 

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1121</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/e588b342fed0857e21e8658677282857.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E31 - What to Start With This Year?</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E31 - What to Start With This Year?</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e31-what-to-start-with-this-year/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e31-what-to-start-with-this-year/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Get your year started off right! This podcast shares ideas about my secret recipe for a successful year. 

Come and enjoy and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Get your year started off right! This podcast shares ideas about my secret recipe for a successful year. 

Come and enjoy and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gxiu7n/stream_1579095643-michael-matera-820374895-s7e31-what-to-start-with-this-year.mp3" length="23179786" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Get your year started off right! This podcast shares ideas about my secret recipe for a successful year. 

Come and enjoy and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>724</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/f3904bb2d3f2f978c2474e0659990dc2.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E30 - A TRIP OUT WEST AND A SEARCH FOR A THEME?</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E30 - A TRIP OUT WEST AND A SEARCH FOR A THEME?</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e30-a-trip-out-west-and-a-search-for-a-theme/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e30-a-trip-out-west-and-a-search-for-a-theme/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Want to start making something special happen in your classroom? Well start to look around you. There is theme ideas everywhere. Listen to some big and some small ways to add that to your classroom.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Want to start making something special happen in your classroom? Well start to look around you. There is theme ideas everywhere. Listen to some big and some small ways to add that to your classroom.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/q3vp8j/stream_1572669268-michael-matera-820374895-s7e30-a-trip-out-west-and-a-search-for-a-theme.mp3" length="25201162" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Want to start making something special happen in your classroom? Well start to look around you. There is theme ideas everywhere. Listen to some big and some small ways to add that to your classroom.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>787</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/27ae2f482e0899bfa7027e62934609b1.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E.29 - GAMIFICATION AS SEEN THROUGH THE GREEK PHILOSOPHERS EYES!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E.29 - GAMIFICATION AS SEEN THROUGH THE GREEK PHILOSOPHERS EYES!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e29-gamification-as-seen-through-the-greek-philosophers-eyes/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e29-gamification-as-seen-through-the-greek-philosophers-eyes/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This one is crazy but I had to have a little fun today. I mean why not. 

Hope you enjoyed!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This one is crazy but I had to have a little fun today. I mean why not. 

Hope you enjoyed!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kavfk9/stream_1565789995-michael-matera-820374895-s7e29-gamification-as-seen-through-the-greek-philosophers-eyes.mp3" length="21000970" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This one is crazy but I had to have a little fun today. I mean why not. 

Hope you enjoyed!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>656</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/d4c23920b2b05de97c1da4c71305db4a.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.28 - Meaningful Choice In The Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.28 - Meaningful Choice In The Classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s728-meaningful-choice-in-the-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s728-meaningful-choice-in-the-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Games do such a good job providing choice. Let's make sure we do to in our classrooms and our lesson designs.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Games do such a good job providing choice. Let's make sure we do to in our classrooms and our lesson designs.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eoa14z/stream_1560030106-michael-matera-820374895-s728-meaningful-choice-in-the-classroom.mp3" length="20397322" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Games do such a good job providing choice. Let's make sure we do to in our classrooms and our lesson designs.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>637</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/f92ea846a1c26b45bf58120b071d842e.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E27- DIFFERENT IS THE NEW NORMAL!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E27- DIFFERENT IS THE NEW NORMAL!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e27-different-is-the-new-normal/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e27-different-is-the-new-normal/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Start to shake up your class. This podcast is a reminder for us all that normal is the new boring. So make sure you shake up your class with something different. 

Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Start to shake up your class. This podcast is a reminder for us all that normal is the new boring. So make sure you shake up your class with something different. 

Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/a7l329/stream_1555381645-michael-matera-820374895-s7e27-different-is-the-new-normal.mp3" length="14903818" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Start to shake up your class. This podcast is a reminder for us all that normal is the new boring. So make sure you shake up your class with something different. 

Check out EMC2Learning.com]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>465</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/b176085e831a3f0a85d8b2d6e34928b4.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E26 - Getting Creative! How to drum up ideas!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E26 - Getting Creative! How to drum up ideas!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e26-getting-creative-how-to-drum-up-ideas/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e26-getting-creative-how-to-drum-up-ideas/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 06:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about ways to find that creative spark. Have a listen and start to implement these ideas to help you start creating.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about ways to find that creative spark. Have a listen and start to implement these ideas to help you start creating.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ur5oxe/stream_1543623382-michael-matera-820374895-s7e26-getting-creative-how-to-drum-up-ideas.mp3" length="15717130" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about ways to find that creative spark. Have a listen and start to implement these ideas to help you start creating.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>491</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/0369655fd15f688f538da52280f6f6ac.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E25 - Sounds!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E25 - Sounds!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e25-sounds/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e25-sounds/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 06:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about the power of adding sounds to your classroom activities and music. Enjoy the show and sorry about the sound error in the middle. No pun intended.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about the power of adding sounds to your classroom activities and music. Enjoy the show and sorry about the sound error in the middle. No pun intended.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e24-making-changes/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we dive into taking control of your life and your classroom. Have a listen, but more importantly, make a change!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we dive into taking control of your life and your classroom. Have a listen, but more importantly, make a change!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <title>S7.E23 - Game Night! Making memories with Family and Friends!</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e23-game-night-making-memories-with-family-and-friends/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Let's play a game! This podcast dives into get you started with playing games in your life! Have fun with your friends and family by spending a little coin. It will be a great investment for just about anyone!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Let's play a game! This podcast dives into get you started with playing games in your life! Have fun with your friends and family by spending a little coin. It will be a great investment for just about anyone!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <title>S7.E22 - Where can your theme live?</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e22-where-can-your-theme-live/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we will be looking at how to put a little bit of life into your game. This is a quick fire episode that will leave you with tons of ideas to bring some more life into your world.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we will be looking at how to put a little bit of life into your game. This is a quick fire episode that will leave you with tons of ideas to bring some more life into your world.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we will be looking at how to put a little bit of life into your game. This is a quick fire episode that will leave you with tons of ideas to bring some more life into your world.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>S7.E21 - Sundown Showdown: an EMC2Learning.com Under The Hood Episode</title>
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        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e21-sundown-showdown-an-emc2learningcom-under-the-hood-episode/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e21-sundown-showdown-an-emc2learningcom-under-the-hood-episode/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Here we will dive into one of our resources that are epic and awesome. You will here some back story to its creation and how we think you can use it in your classroom. 

Enjoy the adventure and join emc2learing.com if you have not done so yet.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Here we will dive into one of our resources that are epic and awesome. You will here some back story to its creation and how we think you can use it in your classroom. 

Enjoy the adventure and join emc2learing.com if you have not done so yet.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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Enjoy the adventure and join emc2learing.com if you have not done so yet.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E20 - Item Hacks!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E20 - Item Hacks!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e20-item-hacks/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e20-item-hacks/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[I love adding items to my game and think you should too. But sometimes it can feel like you are out of ideas. Well, here are three fresh ones for you bold explorers! 

Hope you like them, I hope you use them, I hope you comment about them on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[I love adding items to my game and think you should too. But sometimes it can feel like you are out of ideas. Well, here are three fresh ones for you bold explorers! 

Hope you like them, I hope you use them, I hope you comment about them on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I love adding items to my game and think you should too. But sometimes it can feel like you are out of ideas. Well, here are three fresh ones for you bold explorers! 

Hope you like them, I hope you use them, I hope you comment about them on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
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        <title>S7.E19 - Ending Strong</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E19 - Ending Strong</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e19-ending-strong/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e19-ending-strong/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[We all have had a year. The question is how do you end strong so that it feels like we all, student included, have done something together this year. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[We all have had a year. The question is how do you end strong so that it feels like we all, student included, have done something together this year. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We all have had a year. The question is how do you end strong so that it feels like we all, student included, have done something together this year. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E18 - Shall We Play A Game</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E18 - Shall We Play A Game</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e18-shall-we-play-a-game/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e18-shall-we-play-a-game/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Let's talk about playing games with our students. This episode we dive into some of my favs to play with kids and some advice as to how to do that well. Come have a listen!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Let's talk about playing games with our students. This episode we dive into some of my favs to play with kids and some advice as to how to do that well. Come have a listen!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let's talk about playing games with our students. This episode we dive into some of my favs to play with kids and some advice as to how to do that well. Come have a listen!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E17 - Where To Put the Emphasis</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E17 - Where To Put the Emphasis</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e17-where-to-put-the-emphasis/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e17-where-to-put-the-emphasis/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[As teachers, we all speak about the importance of life-long learning, failure and so many more things, but do we live that out in our class structures? Let's have a listen and see how we can move the needle for our students.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[As teachers, we all speak about the importance of life-long learning, failure and so many more things, but do we live that out in our class structures? Let's have a listen and see how we can move the needle for our students.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gnvblx/stream_1498835869-michael-matera-820374895-s7e17-where-to-put-the-emphasis.mp3" length="25205002" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As teachers, we all speak about the importance of life-long learning, failure and so many more things, but do we live that out in our class structures? Let's have a listen and see how we can move the needle for our students.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/da14615bf8002b8f24493ab832b498d6.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S7.E16 - Emc2Learning.com Under the Hood</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E16 - Emc2Learning.com Under the Hood</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e16-emc2learningcom-under-the-hood/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e16-emc2learningcom-under-the-hood/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we take a look at some of the recent additions to emc2learning.com 

For those of you who are thinking about becoming a member check it out as there is so much here. 

Already a member, no worries... This episode reminds you of some of the great additions on the site.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we take a look at some of the recent additions to emc2learning.com 

For those of you who are thinking about becoming a member check it out as there is so much here. 

Already a member, no worries... This episode reminds you of some of the great additions on the site.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/yt3q6k/stream_1493889058-michael-matera-820374895-s7e16-emc2learningcom-under-the-hood.mp3" length="21654538" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we take a look at some of the recent additions to emc2learning.com 

For those of you who are thinking about becoming a member check it out as there is so much here. 

Already a member, no worries... This episode reminds you of some of the great additions on the site.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/10e4f8363a62a81bbaf0d2171b3fd207.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S7.E15 - Print and Play Games For Your Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E15 - Print and Play Games For Your Classroom</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e15-print-and-play-games-for-your-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss some great games you can pick up on the cheap. Have a listen and start printing and playing today!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss some great games you can pick up on the cheap. Have a listen and start printing and playing today!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7f2cju/stream_1488668125-michael-matera-820374895-s7e15-print-and-play-games-for-your-classroom.mp3" length="24618250" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss some great games you can pick up on the cheap. Have a listen and start printing and playing today!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S7.E14 - Welcoming Students Into Your Game Design</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E14 - Welcoming Students Into Your Game Design</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e14-welcoming-students-into-your-game-design/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Building a fully gamified class is no easy task. All the more reason to ask for some help. Of course, who should we turn to these days... Our students of course. On this episode I discuss some of the best ways I have found to allow for students to create aspects of your game as well as give you a warning. Enjoy the show and share your thoughts with us on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Building a fully gamified class is no easy task. All the more reason to ask for some help. Of course, who should we turn to these days... Our students of course. On this episode I discuss some of the best ways I have found to allow for students to create aspects of your game as well as give you a warning. Enjoy the show and share your thoughts with us on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bg6ihq/stream_1483416121-michael-matera-820374895-s7e14-welcoming-students-into-your-game-design.mp3" length="22054666" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Building a fully gamified class is no easy task. All the more reason to ask for some help. Of course, who should we turn to these days... Our students of course. On this episode I discuss some of the best ways I have found to allow for students to create aspects of your game as well as give you a warning. Enjoy the show and share your thoughts with us on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/5546420412ae4ae3f28ab558e4a72c93.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S7.E13 - Getting Started With Badges</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E13 - Getting Started With Badges</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e13-getting-started-with-badges/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e13-getting-started-with-badges/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Welcome to our Getting Started Series. We thought we would dive back into some of the setups for a gamified classroom. This episode we talk about Badges. We hope you learn how to level up your game in your class with these ideas. Enjoy!

Leave a rating on Apple Podcasts!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Welcome to our Getting Started Series. We thought we would dive back into some of the setups for a gamified classroom. This episode we talk about Badges. We hope you learn how to level up your game in your class with these ideas. Enjoy!

Leave a rating on Apple Podcasts!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/n93am2/stream_1478931526-michael-matera-820374895-s7e12-getting-started-with-badges.mp3" length="25153546" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to our Getting Started Series. We thought we would dive back into some of the setups for a gamified classroom. This episode we talk about Badges. We hope you learn how to level up your game in your class with these ideas. Enjoy!

Leave a rating on Apple Podcasts!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>786</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/3f8ac3b0820a9fa5079da2457c8f4d6f.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S7.E12 - Creativity as an act of Exploration</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E12 - Creativity as an act of Exploration</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e12-creativity-as-an-act-of-exploration/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e12-creativity-as-an-act-of-exploration/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about Blooms Taxonomy and how we should be giving more and more tasks that get students creating!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about Blooms Taxonomy and how we should be giving more and more tasks that get students creating!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gcnquq/stream_1474020325-michael-matera-820374895-s7e12-creativity-as-an-act-of-exploration.mp3" length="27217930" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about Blooms Taxonomy and how we should be giving more and more tasks that get students creating!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>850</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/2dab8dbda5ab1e902b245e25c4ebac5b.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E11 - The Slurpee, a Frozen American Icon</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E11 - The Slurpee, a Frozen American Icon</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e11-the-slurpee-a-frozen-american-icon/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e11-the-slurpee-a-frozen-american-icon/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Let's create iconic moments in our classrooms. In this episode we explore what we can learn from the Slurpee. I had to make this about the 7/11 iconic drink because of the episode being season 7 episode 11.

Thanks for humoring me. Have a great day!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Let's create iconic moments in our classrooms. In this episode we explore what we can learn from the Slurpee. I had to make this about the 7/11 iconic drink because of the episode being season 7 episode 11.

Thanks for humoring me. Have a great day!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let's create iconic moments in our classrooms. In this episode we explore what we can learn from the Slurpee. I had to make this about the 7/11 iconic drink because of the episode being season 7 episode 11.

Thanks for humoring me. Have a great day!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>729</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/07cfdb69bf84ad68d50fe26992f93c10.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E10 - Parent Teacher Conferences</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E10 - Parent Teacher Conferences</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e10-parent-teacher-conferences/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e10-parent-teacher-conferences/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[The day has come... You now are faced with talking to an adult about things... I know it is going to be hard but it is something you have to do... Why not flip your mindset and have a solid and jolly good time at parent teacher conferences! I know I do! 

Have a listen to hear some of my favorite tips! 

#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The day has come... You now are faced with talking to an adult about things... I know it is going to be hard but it is something you have to do... Why not flip your mindset and have a solid and jolly good time at parent teacher conferences! I know I do! 

Have a listen to hear some of my favorite tips! 

#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The day has come... You now are faced with talking to an adult about things... I know it is going to be hard but it is something you have to do... Why not flip your mindset and have a solid and jolly good time at parent teacher conferences! I know I do! 

Have a listen to hear some of my favorite tips! 

#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>882</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S7.E9 - Moving Toward Change</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E9 - Moving Toward Change</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e9-moving-toward-change/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e9-moving-toward-change/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this podcast we go pretty far away from school. I have some fun news to share and wanted you to be some of the first people to know. 

I hope you enjoy! 

Thanks for listening... Keep sculpting!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this podcast we go pretty far away from school. I have some fun news to share and wanted you to be some of the first people to know. 

I hope you enjoy! 

Thanks for listening... Keep sculpting!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast we go pretty far away from school. I have some fun news to share and wanted you to be some of the first people to know. 

I hope you enjoy! 

Thanks for listening... Keep sculpting!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>615</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/d17e318199c435df550ecc0d1681f567.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E8 - Open World Design</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E8 - Open World Design</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e8-open-world-design/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e8-open-world-design/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we are exploring open world design in video games and what it can do for us in our classes. Enjoy the ideas and as always connect at #WellPlayedPodcast and EMC2Learning.com]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we are exploring open world design in video games and what it can do for us in our classes. Enjoy the ideas and as always connect at #WellPlayedPodcast and EMC2Learning.com]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we are exploring open world design in video games and what it can do for us in our classes. Enjoy the ideas and as always connect at #WellPlayedPodcast and EMC2Learning.com]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>778</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/853b5dc3203cf01d39ec3d604f905dac.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E7 - Good for the Goose, Good for the Goose!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E7 - Good for the Goose, Good for the Goose!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e7-good-for-the-goose-good-for-the-goose/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e7-good-for-the-goose-good-for-the-goose/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we explore the idea of building things into your course that not all students will interact with... This idea is central to my way of teaching and I find it so cool once you build it out a bit. 

Have a listen and see if this can be something you do in your class.

Share your thoughts #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we explore the idea of building things into your course that not all students will interact with... This idea is central to my way of teaching and I find it so cool once you build it out a bit. 

Have a listen and see if this can be something you do in your class.

Share your thoughts #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zzxd48/stream_1439713054-michael-matera-820374895-s7e7-good-for-the-goose-good-for-the-goose.mp3" length="32962570" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we explore the idea of building things into your course that not all students will interact with... This idea is central to my way of teaching and I find it so cool once you build it out a bit. 

Have a listen and see if this can be something you do in your class.

Share your thoughts #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1030</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/f627f814452cdd75f8b0c64faeebaebf.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E6 - Fairness In a Gamified Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E6 - Fairness In a Gamified Classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e6-fairness-in-a-gamified-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e6-fairness-in-a-gamified-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen and learn some good language you can use with your students in a gamified classroom! As always we would love to hear from you by using the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast tag me @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen and learn some good language you can use with your students in a gamified classroom! As always we would love to hear from you by using the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast tag me @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sd2kqw/stream_1439331103-michael-matera-820374895-s7e6-fairness-in-a-gamified-classroom.mp3" length="43521802" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen and learn some good language you can use with your students in a gamified classroom! As always we would love to hear from you by using the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast tag me @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1360</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/a14ba9edd0653eda10fc4df1031e00ee.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E5 - Gamification 101 - Questions From an Edcamp</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E5 - Gamification 101 - Questions From an Edcamp</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e5-gamification-101-questions-from-an-edcamp/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e5-gamification-101-questions-from-an-edcamp/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into three questions from a recent edcamp that we talked about a gamified class! Have a listen. Share your question at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into three questions from a recent edcamp that we talked about a gamified class! Have a listen. Share your question at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zd772v/stream_1435186459-michael-matera-820374895-s7e5-gamification-101-questions-from-an-edcamp.mp3" length="28266250" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into three questions from a recent edcamp that we talked about a gamified class! Have a listen. Share your question at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>883</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/562199ee487c628bbc32956f83b964d2.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E4 - Three New Items For Any Class Game!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E4 - Three New Items For Any Class Game!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e4-three-new-items-for-any-class-game/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e4-three-new-items-for-any-class-game/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into 3 new items I added to my class game. If you are new to gamification this is a great listen as it briefly explains why you would add items in the first place. If you have been doing it for a while, this is also a great episode as it shows you some new ways to use them in your class.

Please connect #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into 3 new items I added to my class game. If you are new to gamification this is a great listen as it briefly explains why you would add items in the first place. If you have been doing it for a while, this is also a great episode as it shows you some new ways to use them in your class.

Please connect #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/48rsxd/stream_1429958812-michael-matera-820374895-s7e4-three-new-items-for-any-class-game.mp3" length="26662666" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into 3 new items I added to my class game. If you are new to gamification this is a great listen as it briefly explains why you would add items in the first place. If you have been doing it for a while, this is also a great episode as it shows you some new ways to use them in your class.

Please connect #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>833</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/d22d51457921f3e36ad0da32b75e7720.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E3 - Most Impactful Question Asked at a PD!</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E3 - Most Impactful Question Asked at a PD!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e3-most-impactful-question-asked-at-a-pd/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e3-most-impactful-question-asked-at-a-pd/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Get ready to be floored! This question changed everything for me over time... I promise, it won't happen overnight, nor should it, but be ready to listen, and create based on this one question. 

Hope you enjoy!

Share your ideas on #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Get ready to be floored! This question changed everything for me over time... I promise, it won't happen overnight, nor should it, but be ready to listen, and create based on this one question. 

Hope you enjoy!

Share your ideas on #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/n5ctc2/stream_1424919904-michael-matera-820374895-s7e3-most-impactful-question-asked-at-a-pd.mp3" length="13405066" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Get ready to be floored! This question changed everything for me over time... I promise, it won't happen overnight, nor should it, but be ready to listen, and create based on this one question. 

Hope you enjoy!

Share your ideas on #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>837</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/33d8c3b57e82e31663a552333bdb9a1e.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E2 - Gamification FUNdational Blocks: Teams</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E2 - Gamification FUNdational Blocks: Teams</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e2-gamification-fundational-blocks-teams/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e2-gamification-fundational-blocks-teams/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I thought I would try a new series called FUNdational where we will at aspects of the gamified class that are needed. I will share my tips and tricks around each topic. This first topic is TEAMS! 

Teams are so important to a game and you should give this one a listen. 

As always, connect by sharing your thoughts and ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I thought I would try a new series called FUNdational where we will at aspects of the gamified class that are needed. I will share my tips and tricks around each topic. This first topic is TEAMS! 

Teams are so important to a game and you should give this one a listen. 

As always, connect by sharing your thoughts and ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/etjrqt/stream_1419299533-michael-matera-820374895-s7e2-gamification-fundational-blocks-teams.mp3" length="34711306" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I thought I would try a new series called FUNdational where we will at aspects of the gamified class that are needed. I will share my tips and tricks around each topic. This first topic is TEAMS! 

Teams are so important to a game and you should give this one a listen. 

As always, connect by sharing your thoughts and ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1084</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/fab873adff9252ad9d9b9adc7b568f31.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S7.E1 - And we are off and running</title>
        <itunes:title>S7.E1 - And we are off and running</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e1-and-we-are-off-and-running/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s7e1-and-we-are-off-and-running/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Welcome to the newest season of Well Played. It is going to be filled with all sorts of good tips, tricks and life hacks to have a happy classroom and life. 

In this episode we discuss the creative process and how to move into it more. Have a listen and see what you can make.

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the Hashtag: #WellPlayedPodcast 
Twitter: @MrMatera
Instagram: @MrMateraEdu]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Welcome to the newest season of Well Played. It is going to be filled with all sorts of good tips, tricks and life hacks to have a happy classroom and life. 

In this episode we discuss the creative process and how to move into it more. Have a listen and see what you can make.

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the Hashtag: #WellPlayedPodcast 
Twitter: @MrMatera
Instagram: @MrMateraEdu]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2nj83t/stream_1412508607-michael-matera-820374895-s7e1-and-we-are-off-and-running.mp3" length="32586250" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to the newest season of Well Played. It is going to be filled with all sorts of good tips, tricks and life hacks to have a happy classroom and life. 

In this episode we discuss the creative process and how to move into it more. Have a listen and see what you can make.

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the Hashtag: #WellPlayedPodcast 
Twitter: @MrMatera
Instagram: @MrMateraEdu]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1018</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/97dbb51a6e3a22b0e625e291abf30812.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E52 - That’s a Wrap</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E52 - That’s a Wrap</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e52-that-s-a-wrap/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e52-that-s-a-wrap/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Join us as we look backward and forward into the world of Well Played Podcast. It has been an honor being a host to this community of educators.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Join us as we look backward and forward into the world of Well Played Podcast. It has been an honor being a host to this community of educators.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/oxzrtn/stream_1410571552-michael-matera-820374895-s6e52-thats-a-wrap.mp3" length="16430395" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us as we look backward and forward into the world of Well Played Podcast. It has been an honor being a host to this community of educators.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>513</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/fe94948b3b298af6d39cab83d01b5701.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E51 - Embrace the Struggle</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E51 - Embrace the Struggle</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e51-embrace-the-struggle/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e51-embrace-the-struggle/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode Kyle and I discuss the value of embracing the struggle that is all around us as educators and as gamifiers. Have a listen and pull out some advice you can use in your classroom!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode Kyle and I discuss the value of embracing the struggle that is all around us as educators and as gamifiers. Have a listen and pull out some advice you can use in your classroom!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode Kyle and I discuss the value of embracing the struggle that is all around us as educators and as gamifiers. Have a listen and pull out some advice you can use in your classroom!]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S6.E50 - Groups in the Gamified Class</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e50-groups-in-the-gamified-class/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we look at group work and how best to structure your groups. There are a few tips in there and always a playful spirit!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we look at group work and how best to structure your groups. There are a few tips in there and always a playful spirit!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we look at group work and how best to structure your groups. There are a few tips in there and always a playful spirit!]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S6.E49 - Reskin a Game!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E49 - Reskin a Game!</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e49-reskin-a-game/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about the joy and the work that it would take to reskin a store bought game. I think this is such a neat idea that will have your students loving life and the game itself. 

Games mentioned: 
Coup
Werewolf
Two Rooms and a Boom

#WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera #Gamification]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about the joy and the work that it would take to reskin a store bought game. I think this is such a neat idea that will have your students loving life and the game itself. 

Games mentioned: 
Coup
Werewolf
Two Rooms and a Boom

#WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera #Gamification]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we talk about the joy and the work that it would take to reskin a store bought game. I think this is such a neat idea that will have your students loving life and the game itself. 

Games mentioned: 
Coup
Werewolf
Two Rooms and a Boom

#WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera #Gamification]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>700</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/16ec4694006c6bb796664d3c3dc02299.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E48 - Games For the Holidays and Beyond!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E48 - Games For the Holidays and Beyond!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e48-games-for-the-holidays-and-beyond/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e48-games-for-the-holidays-and-beyond/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we have Stefanie Crawford and I diving into a list of 8 games that we are loving right now. Have a look/listen and pick up some great games for your home collection.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we have Stefanie Crawford and I diving into a list of 8 games that we are loving right now. Have a look/listen and pick up some great games for your home collection.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/svfi2x/stream_1391580058-michael-matera-820374895-s6e48-games-for-the-holidays-and-beyond.mp3" length="34811292" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we have Stefanie Crawford and I diving into a list of 8 games that we are loving right now. Have a look/listen and pick up some great games for your home collection.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>2175</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S6.E47 - Black Hat Motivation</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E47 - Black Hat Motivation</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e47-black-hat-motivation/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e47-black-hat-motivation/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Enjoy a listen to Well Played Podcast on all things gamification. This episode we look at how we might infuse a bit of Black Hat Motivation into our games. Check out this episode and many others. 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Enjoy a listen to Well Played Podcast on all things gamification. This episode we look at how we might infuse a bit of Black Hat Motivation into our games. Check out this episode and many others. 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9mr7dg/stream_1387272595-michael-matera-820374895-s6e47-black-hat-motivation.mp3" length="8012699" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Enjoy a listen to Well Played Podcast on all things gamification. This episode we look at how we might infuse a bit of Black Hat Motivation into our games. Check out this episode and many others. 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>500</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/2f9f97ae2cda9b1beafeb925817fdc41.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E46 - Traditions</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E46 - Traditions</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e46-traditions/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e46-traditions/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into traditions in our classrooms and how we can up our game for sure. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into traditions in our classrooms and how we can up our game for sure. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eoi4ty/stream_1382218777-michael-matera-820374895-s6e46-traditions.mp3" length="13477019" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we dive into traditions in our classrooms and how we can up our game for sure. 

Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>842</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/a96ca241312cc0521b0f285481f9c5a1.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E45 - Badges and Items and When To Give Them Out</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E45 - Badges and Items and When To Give Them Out</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e45-badges-and-items-and-when-to-give-them-out/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e45-badges-and-items-and-when-to-give-them-out/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:54:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we explore the when that makes sense to give out your items and Badges. 

Feel free to share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Peace,
Michael]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we explore the when that makes sense to give out your items and Badges. 

Feel free to share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Peace,
Michael]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cvns2y/stream_1379191582-michael-matera-820374895-s6e45-badges-and-items-and-when-to-give-them-out.mp3" length="9491483" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we explore the when that makes sense to give out your items and Badges. 

Feel free to share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Peace,
Michael]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>593</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/5c3a280ef4be8b58439861baf01364cc.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E44 - Now What?</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E44 - Now What?</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e44-now-what/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e44-now-what/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1373984194</guid>
                                    <description><![CDATA[Taking a look at our classrooms and what we want to try in them. Share your thoughts @mrmatera and #WellPlayedPodcast and explore with me what our new classrooms of the future will be!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Taking a look at our classrooms and what we want to try in them. Share your thoughts @mrmatera and #WellPlayedPodcast and explore with me what our new classrooms of the future will be!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/q0x5mp/stream_1373984194-michael-matera-820374895-s6e44-now-what.mp3" length="12325403" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Taking a look at our classrooms and what we want to try in them. Share your thoughts @mrmatera and #WellPlayedPodcast and explore with me what our new classrooms of the future will be!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>770</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/5dcaf1e22e18c13adb7ce906630cfba9.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E43 - Getting Started with Items and Power Ups!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E43 - Getting Started with Items and Power Ups!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e43-getting-started-with-items-and-power-ups/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e43-getting-started-with-items-and-power-ups/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we will start with the basic around items and powerups! Have a listen and learn just how to begin teaching in a new and fun way. 

As always, would love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we will start with the basic around items and powerups! Have a listen and learn just how to begin teaching in a new and fun way. 

As always, would love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cbumh6/stream_1364043052-michael-matera-820374895-s6e43-getting-started-with-items-and-power-ups.mp3" length="12332315" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we will start with the basic around items and powerups! Have a listen and learn just how to begin teaching in a new and fun way. 

As always, would love to hear from you at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>770</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/e8c16b2c0f8fd206bc11a6638926e933.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E42 - Setting Up For a Sub!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E42 - Setting Up For a Sub!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e42-setting-up-for-a-sub/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e42-setting-up-for-a-sub/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1364042395</guid>
                                    <description><![CDATA[We have all been there. You need a sub. What do you do? How will your class function? Will it be a throw away day? 

Let's make it awesome! 

Have a listen to today's podcast and share your ideas and thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @Mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[We have all been there. You need a sub. What do you do? How will your class function? Will it be a throw away day? 

Let's make it awesome! 

Have a listen to today's podcast and share your ideas and thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @Mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9jayrk/stream_1364042395-michael-matera-820374895-s6e42-setting-up-for-a-sub.mp3" length="13197467" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We have all been there. You need a sub. What do you do? How will your class function? Will it be a throw away day? 

Let's make it awesome! 

Have a listen to today's podcast and share your ideas and thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @Mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>824</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/2b8b7a47982d1e315371b9db62d2450b.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E41 - Crazy and Fun!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E41 - Crazy and Fun!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e41-crazy-and-fun/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e41-crazy-and-fun/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we take a look at adding a bit of lightness to your classroom. Have a listen and challenge yourself to a change in attitude. 

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we take a look at adding a bit of lightness to your classroom. Have a listen and challenge yourself to a change in attitude. 

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/93vkhx/stream_1359662896-michael-matera-820374895-s6e41-crazy-and-fun.mp3" length="12083867" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we take a look at adding a bit of lightness to your classroom. Have a listen and challenge yourself to a change in attitude. 

As always, I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>755</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/3cad07d4ee8def1be73c1a5011663430.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E40 - Alternative Assessments - It’s Time for a Change</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E40 - Alternative Assessments - It’s Time for a Change</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e40-alternative-assessments-it-s-time-for-a-change/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e40-alternative-assessments-it-s-time-for-a-change/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1355485159</guid>
                                    <description><![CDATA[Let's dive into the world of assessments together. I would love to hear from you and your thoughts on the topic. Share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Thanks for having a listen.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Let's dive into the world of assessments together. I would love to hear from you and your thoughts on the topic. Share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Thanks for having a listen.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ywoc07/stream_1355485159-michael-matera-820374895-s6e40-alternative-assessments-its-time-for-a-change.mp3" length="15175835" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let's dive into the world of assessments together. I would love to hear from you and your thoughts on the topic. Share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera

Thanks for having a listen.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>948</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/6d9a673217c7f5b39fd32708f1592f10.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E39 - RPGs in the Classroom -  Building a new world and resource!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E39 - RPGs in the Classroom -  Building a new world and resource!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e39-rpgs-in-the-classroom-building-a-new-world-and-resource/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e39-rpgs-in-the-classroom-building-a-new-world-and-resource/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Let's explore the idea of adding Role Playing Games to our classrooms. This is the first podcast on the topic and I am sure it won't be the last. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera

Play on!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Let's explore the idea of adding Role Playing Games to our classrooms. This is the first podcast on the topic and I am sure it won't be the last. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera

Play on!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r548co/stream_1351269559-michael-matera-820374895-s6e39-rpgs-in-the-classroom-building-a-new-world-and-resource.mp3" length="13020443" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let's explore the idea of adding Role Playing Games to our classrooms. This is the first podcast on the topic and I am sure it won't be the last. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera

Play on!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>813</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/0458c712054a12d0601a65690e933b36.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E38 - Building the Dream Team</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E38 - Building the Dream Team</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e38-building-the-dream-team/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e38-building-the-dream-team/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to build the dream team in your class. This will help you think about how to go about creating teams and groups so that your students excel! 

Please use #WellPlayedPodcast to let us know your thoughts!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to build the dream team in your class. This will help you think about how to go about creating teams and groups so that your students excel! 

Please use #WellPlayedPodcast to let us know your thoughts!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/oto0nc/stream_1346326351-michael-matera-820374895-s6e38-building-the-dream-team.mp3" length="11453339" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to build the dream team in your class. This will help you think about how to go about creating teams and groups so that your students excel! 

Please use #WellPlayedPodcast to let us know your thoughts!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
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        <title>S6.E37 - Giving a New Spin To Our Class (EMC2 In The Wild)</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e37-giving-a-new-spin-to-our-class-emc2-in-the-wild/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we have another EMC2 In the Wild. Bryant Barker, a 7th grade English teacher shares his story of spinning up some resources from EMC2 in his classroom. 

Join us as we dive into some creative chat about using our resources.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we have another EMC2 In the Wild. Bryant Barker, a 7th grade English teacher shares his story of spinning up some resources from EMC2 in his classroom. 

Join us as we dive into some creative chat about using our resources.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we have another EMC2 In the Wild. Bryant Barker, a 7th grade English teacher shares his story of spinning up some resources from EMC2 in his classroom. 

Join us as we dive into some creative chat about using our resources.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>S6.E36 - Educational Philosophy! Get Reading!</title>
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                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e36-educational-philosophy-get-reading/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In today's episode I share with you my teaching philosophy that I subscribe to and why it is important in my life. Hope you take a moment to listen, and most importantly, reflect. 

Have a go at it... Reach out and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In today's episode I share with you my teaching philosophy that I subscribe to and why it is important in my life. Hope you take a moment to listen, and most importantly, reflect. 

Have a go at it... Reach out and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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Have a go at it... Reach out and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>S6.E35 - Intuition Innovation</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E35 - Intuition Innovation</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e35-intuition-innovation/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e35-intuition-innovation/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Challenge yourself to growth! This episode is all about change and pushing yourself to try something new. Have a listen and move toward action today.

Please share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Challenge yourself to growth! This episode is all about change and pushing yourself to try something new. Have a listen and move toward action today.

Please share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Challenge yourself to growth! This episode is all about change and pushing yourself to try something new. Have a listen and move toward action today.

Please share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S6.E34 - The Learner Dashboard + More!!!</title>
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        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e34-the-learner-dashboard-more/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e34-the-learner-dashboard-more/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2022 08:21:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we take a dive into one super powerful tool that we have upgraded this year on EMC2Learning.com 

This is a different kind of episode as we walk through a resource and why it is so great for students. While this is a paid resource I feel it is important to share out the knowledge that something like this is out there for teachers. 

Hope you enjoy and hope to see you at EMC2Learning.com]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we take a dive into one super powerful tool that we have upgraded this year on EMC2Learning.com 

This is a different kind of episode as we walk through a resource and why it is so great for students. While this is a paid resource I feel it is important to share out the knowledge that something like this is out there for teachers. 

Hope you enjoy and hope to see you at EMC2Learning.com]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we take a dive into one super powerful tool that we have upgraded this year on EMC2Learning.com 

This is a different kind of episode as we walk through a resource and why it is so great for students. While this is a paid resource I feel it is important to share out the knowledge that something like this is out there for teachers. 

Hope you enjoy and hope to see you at EMC2Learning.com]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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    <item>
        <title>S6.E33 - Getting Started Right</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E33 - Getting Started Right</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e33-getting-started-right/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e33-getting-started-right/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how I start my year off. I would love to hear your thoughts as well as tips for starting off mine. Share your ideas with #WellPlayedPodcast as well as @mrmatera 

Let's have a great 2022-2023 school year!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how I start my year off. I would love to hear your thoughts as well as tips for starting off mine. Share your ideas with #WellPlayedPodcast as well as @mrmatera 

Let's have a great 2022-2023 school year!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how I start my year off. I would love to hear your thoughts as well as tips for starting off mine. Share your ideas with #WellPlayedPodcast as well as @mrmatera 

Let's have a great 2022-2023 school year!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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    <item>
        <title>S6.E32 - The Gifts We Give</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E32 - The Gifts We Give</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e32-the-gifts-we-give/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e32-the-gifts-we-give/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 08:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I reflect on the gifts we get to give to our classrooms. Whose with me? Let's give some gifts this year! I would love to hear your thoughts on this one. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I reflect on the gifts we get to give to our classrooms. Whose with me? Let's give some gifts this year! I would love to hear your thoughts on this one. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I reflect on the gifts we get to give to our classrooms. Whose with me? Let's give some gifts this year! I would love to hear your thoughts on this one. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/6e0f639a9ca12953d757e35d590b4976.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6E31 - So you want to gamify</title>
        <itunes:title>S6E31 - So you want to gamify</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e31-so-you-want-to-gamify/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e31-so-you-want-to-gamify/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a quick listen to help you get your gamified class off the ground. This episode will get you going with some nice fundamentals of gamification. Enjoy!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a quick listen to help you get your gamified class off the ground. This episode will get you going with some nice fundamentals of gamification. Enjoy!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a quick listen to help you get your gamified class off the ground. This episode will get you going with some nice fundamentals of gamification. Enjoy!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/90ef62e308657c59cfbafd1e7f805b34.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S6.E30 - Teacher Challenge!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E30 - Teacher Challenge!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e30-teacher-challenge/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e30-teacher-challenge/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we have a guest with us and we discuss creating challenges for us teachers. This is an interesting thing we can all add that will be creative and fun for us teachers. 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we have a guest with us and we discuss creating challenges for us teachers. This is an interesting thing we can all add that will be creative and fun for us teachers. 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we have a guest with us and we discuss creating challenges for us teachers. This is an interesting thing we can all add that will be creative and fun for us teachers. 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/f4e0cc94c598f52c18ddc50fe1a1816c.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E29 - Resilience</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E29 - Resilience</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e29-resilience/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e29-resilience/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This episode we explore why we should teach a bit differently and what can come from our world if we did! 

Share your ideas on #WellPlayPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode we explore why we should teach a bit differently and what can come from our world if we did! 

Share your ideas on #WellPlayPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/f6exsh/stream_1302369955-michael-matera-820374895-s6e29-resilience.mp3" length="14102939" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode we explore why we should teach a bit differently and what can come from our world if we did! 

Share your ideas on #WellPlayPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>881</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/09147501ef23d6a02f24e75a20e0cd46.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S6.E28 - Origin Stories</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E28 - Origin Stories</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e28-origin-stories/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e28-origin-stories/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode about building back stories for elements in your game. 

Have a moment to share your ideas using #WellPlayedPodcast 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode about building back stories for elements in your game. 

Have a moment to share your ideas using #WellPlayedPodcast 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ycazb4/stream_1302366322-michael-matera-820374895-s6e28-origin-stories.mp3" length="10093595" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode about building back stories for elements in your game. 

Have a moment to share your ideas using #WellPlayedPodcast 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>630</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S6.E27 - Classroom Investments!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E27 - Classroom Investments!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e27-classroom-investments/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e27-classroom-investments/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to set a classroom budget that will change the way you teach and your students learn. Seriously! It is crazy what a PERSONAL classroom budget can do to your class! 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to set a classroom budget that will change the way you teach and your students learn. Seriously! It is crazy what a PERSONAL classroom budget can do to your class! 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dy082v/stream_1299982936-michael-matera-820374895-s6e27-classroom-investments.mp3" length="20573340" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss how to set a classroom budget that will change the way you teach and your students learn. Seriously! It is crazy what a PERSONAL classroom budget can do to your class! 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1285</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/cbd716d22b715e3b95adf8c030fee5ed.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E26 - A Quiet Year Game For All Classes!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E26 - A Quiet Year Game For All Classes!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e26-a-quiet-year-game-for-all-classes/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e26-a-quiet-year-game-for-all-classes/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Listen to guests Kerri Zitar and Micheal Doutrich discuss a great world building game that would be perfect in almost all classes. These two 4th grade teachers knocked it out of the park with this one! 

Have a listen, share your thoughts with #WellPlayedPodcast and #EMC2Learning]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Listen to guests Kerri Zitar and Micheal Doutrich discuss a great world building game that would be perfect in almost all classes. These two 4th grade teachers knocked it out of the park with this one! 

Have a listen, share your thoughts with #WellPlayedPodcast and #EMC2Learning]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5oz6w5/stream_1294727950-michael-matera-820374895-s6e26-a-quiet-year-game-for-all-classes.mp3" length="40156188" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen to guests Kerri Zitar and Micheal Doutrich discuss a great world building game that would be perfect in almost all classes. These two 4th grade teachers knocked it out of the park with this one! 

Have a listen, share your thoughts with #WellPlayedPodcast and #EMC2Learning]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>2509</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/4fa21d334ecfc5cc84068dc4d0abf56a.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E25 - Mega Game Considerations</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E25 - Mega Game Considerations</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e25-mega-game-considerations/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e25-mega-game-considerations/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Join me as I explore some ideas for you to refresh your game this summer or set a course for new adventures in your class for those of you new to gamification. 

Welcome and please join the conversation at #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Join me as I explore some ideas for you to refresh your game this summer or set a course for new adventures in your class for those of you new to gamification. 

Welcome and please join the conversation at #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/92x78x/stream_1290408604-michael-matera-820374895-s6e25-mega-game-considerations.mp3" length="16745628" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join me as I explore some ideas for you to refresh your game this summer or set a course for new adventures in your class for those of you new to gamification. 

Welcome and please join the conversation at #WellPlayedPodcast and tweet me @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1046</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/3a642221ddbf721619d6a37763011382.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E24 - Summer Happenings &amp; surprise at the end!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E24 - Summer Happenings &amp; surprise at the end!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e24-summer-happenings-surprise-at-the-end/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e24-summer-happenings-surprise-at-the-end/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Hope that you are enjoying your summer. This episode I go over all the things filling my summer and the why behind them. I also ask you a bunch of questions and would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast 

Peace,

Michael]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hope that you are enjoying your summer. This episode I go over all the things filling my summer and the why behind them. I also ask you a bunch of questions and would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast 

Peace,

Michael]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hope that you are enjoying your summer. This episode I go over all the things filling my summer and the why behind them. I also ask you a bunch of questions and would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your ideas at #WellPlayedPodcast 

Peace,

Michael]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>S6.E23 - Kickstarter In The Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E23 - Kickstarter In The Classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e23-kickstarter-in-the-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e23-kickstarter-in-the-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode in which we dive into this very raw idea that I had about running a classroom in a Kickstarter campaign style. As always I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode in which we dive into this very raw idea that I had about running a classroom in a Kickstarter campaign style. As always I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to this episode in which we dive into this very raw idea that I had about running a classroom in a Kickstarter campaign style. As always I would love to hear from you. Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast and tag me @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>792</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/26de4184aa54d94d17dfbdaa3c237741.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E22 - The Joy Filled Classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E22 - The Joy Filled Classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e22-the-joy-filled-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e22-the-joy-filled-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This one is after my own heart. Joy is where it is at. Let's work to create spaces and places that make us and those we serve happier! 
Use #WellplayedPodcast to share your thoughts!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This one is after my own heart. Joy is where it is at. Let's work to create spaces and places that make us and those we serve happier! 
Use #WellplayedPodcast to share your thoughts!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This one is after my own heart. Joy is where it is at. Let's work to create spaces and places that make us and those we serve happier! 
Use #WellplayedPodcast to share your thoughts!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>544</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/652146f853c4ed228c3579456df0ba3f.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E21 - Items &amp; Power Ups in End of the Year</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E21 - Items &amp; Power Ups in End of the Year</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e21-items-power-ups-in-end-of-the-year/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e21-items-power-ups-in-end-of-the-year/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 06:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss 6 items that help spice up the end of the year for your year long game! Enjoy listening to this one! 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast

Peace!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss 6 items that help spice up the end of the year for your year long game! Enjoy listening to this one! 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast

Peace!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vqgtbk/stream_1274232331-michael-matera-820374895-s6e21-items-power-ups-in-end-of-the-year.mp3" length="12341915" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss 6 items that help spice up the end of the year for your year long game! Enjoy listening to this one! 

Share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast

Peace!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>771</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/30369727587be29c39c1d9d085a87770.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E20 - The End of the Year</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E20 - The End of the Year</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e20-the-end-of-the-year/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e20-the-end-of-the-year/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this delightful episode we explore the way I end my year with student in a year long gamified classroom. Come have a listen and think through how you might wrap up your year.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this delightful episode we explore the way I end my year with student in a year long gamified classroom. Come have a listen and think through how you might wrap up your year.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sk3r6b/stream_1268833660-michael-matera-820374895-s6e20-the-end-of-the-year.mp3" length="11379227" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this delightful episode we explore the way I end my year with student in a year long gamified classroom. Come have a listen and think through how you might wrap up your year.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>711</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/199cdb21139507c11c3d5143216807fe.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E19 - Agents of Agency</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E19 - Agents of Agency</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e19-agents-of-agency/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e19-agents-of-agency/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I look at the power of agency in our lives, in games, and ultimately lead us to think about it in our classrooms. 

Make a choice to listen to this podcast and how it might change your instruction today!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I look at the power of agency in our lives, in games, and ultimately lead us to think about it in our classrooms. 

Make a choice to listen to this podcast and how it might change your instruction today!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cqvqgw/stream_1264503481-michael-matera-820374895-s6e19-agents-of-agency.mp3" length="12949019" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I look at the power of agency in our lives, in games, and ultimately lead us to think about it in our classrooms. 

Make a choice to listen to this podcast and how it might change your instruction today!

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>809</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/b498194fae4951b56315da9447142f45.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E18 - EDU Incubators and Accelerators in your classroom</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E18 - EDU Incubators and Accelerators in your classroom</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e18-edu-incubators-and-accelerators-in-your-classroom/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e18-edu-incubators-and-accelerators-in-your-classroom/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss my favorite time of year and how we can create great change in our classrooms right here, right now! 

Enjoy and don't forget to interact at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss my favorite time of year and how we can create great change in our classrooms right here, right now! 

Enjoy and don't forget to interact at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uqwlso/stream_1260491296-michael-matera-820374895-s6e18-edu-incubators-and-accelerators-in-your-classroom.mp3" length="12442523" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we discuss my favorite time of year and how we can create great change in our classrooms right here, right now! 

Enjoy and don't forget to interact at #WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>777</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/edb45e490eb665fb6b45f1680e5ba068.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E17 - Danger Cards</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E17 - Danger Cards</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e17-danger-cards/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e17-danger-cards/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss a great review game I use in my classroom. I walk you through the why and how it works and help you get all set for running it in your classroom. 

Enjoy!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss a great review game I use in my classroom. I walk you through the why and how it works and help you get all set for running it in your classroom. 

Enjoy!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ay5vts/stream_1256267569-michael-matera-820374895-s6e17-danger-cards.mp3" length="9283739" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I discuss a great review game I use in my classroom. I walk you through the why and how it works and help you get all set for running it in your classroom. 

Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>580</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/16e07184a3ff1382352259a081b4a4e1.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E16 - Player Theory For Powerhouse Learning</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E16 - Player Theory For Powerhouse Learning</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e16-player-theory-for-powerhouse-learning/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e16-player-theory-for-powerhouse-learning/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Come enjoy learning about 4 new lenses we can view our course and lesson design. I promise this is worth your time as it will help you understand and even reach more students. Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come enjoy learning about 4 new lenses we can view our course and lesson design. I promise this is worth your time as it will help you understand and even reach more students. Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/g5wvf4/stream_1252488556-michael-matera-820374895-s6e16-player-theory-for-powerhouse-learning.mp3" length="15526811" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come enjoy learning about 4 new lenses we can view our course and lesson design. I promise this is worth your time as it will help you understand and even reach more students. Have a listen and share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast @mrmatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>970</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/30b546efb7ec9c5fc023b12a3f08d339.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E15 - Easter Eggs Everywhere!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E15 - Easter Eggs Everywhere!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e15-easter-eggs-everywhere/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e15-easter-eggs-everywhere/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Easter Eggs are one of my favorite game mechanics. Take a moment to listen to these ideas and see how you could be adding a bit of a surprise to your classroom!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Easter Eggs are one of my favorite game mechanics. Take a moment to listen to these ideas and see how you could be adding a bit of a surprise to your classroom!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ty8rcs/stream_1248618211-michael-matera-820374895-s6e15-easter-eggs-everywhere.mp3" length="12255899" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Easter Eggs are one of my favorite game mechanics. Take a moment to listen to these ideas and see how you could be adding a bit of a surprise to your classroom!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>765</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/b4747e29e9887fd8d52c07cd829e926b.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E14 - Big Boards Big Times!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E14 - Big Boards Big Times!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e14-big-boards-big-times/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e14-big-boards-big-times/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Have a listen to this week's Well Played. Today Fabian Hofmann (@Hofmannedu) with us talking about big and little games he has used and made in his class. Unlock some fun in your life and classroom by picking up some of these today! 

Love to hear from you:
#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Have a listen to this week's Well Played. Today Fabian Hofmann (@Hofmannedu) with us talking about big and little games he has used and made in his class. Unlock some fun in your life and classroom by picking up some of these today! 

Love to hear from you:
#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5ljobv/stream_1243606090-michael-matera-820374895-s6e14-big-boards-big-times.mp3" length="31624092" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Have a listen to this week's Well Played. Today Fabian Hofmann (@Hofmannedu) with us talking about big and little games he has used and made in his class. Unlock some fun in your life and classroom by picking up some of these today! 

Love to hear from you:
#WellPlayedPodcast @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1976</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/2e5f2ebed646599bf78c82b2336a69ba.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E13 - Creation as an Act of Empowerment</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E13 - Creation as an Act of Empowerment</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e13-creation-as-an-act-of-empowerment/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e13-creation-as-an-act-of-empowerment/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This podcast discusses one of my favorite aspects of teaching and living... That is creating! 

Have a listen, then share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera 

Peace!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This podcast discusses one of my favorite aspects of teaching and living... That is creating! 

Have a listen, then share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera 

Peace!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tkjufy/stream_1238680462-michael-matera-820374895-s6e13-creation-as-an-act-of-empowerment.mp3" length="13596443" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This podcast discusses one of my favorite aspects of teaching and living... That is creating! 

Have a listen, then share your thoughts at #WellPlayedPodcast and @mrmatera 

Peace!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>849</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/46f5847e5accb7ebad11a2eaa477005d.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E12 - FIRST FULL YEAR OF GAMIFICATION</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E12 - FIRST FULL YEAR OF GAMIFICATION</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e12-first-full-year-of-gamification/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e12-first-full-year-of-gamification/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this episode we chat with Shaun Moriarty (@MoriartyHistory) about his first year into the gamified classroom. Come join the conversation and learn from and with him on his journey!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we chat with Shaun Moriarty (@MoriartyHistory) about his first year into the gamified classroom. Come join the conversation and learn from and with him on his journey!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
        <enclosure url="https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ykq57z/stream_1231518160-michael-matera-820374895-s6e12-first-full-year-of-gamification.mp3" length="32008476" type="audio/mpeg"/>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we chat with Shaun Moriarty (@MoriartyHistory) about his first year into the gamified classroom. Come join the conversation and learn from and with him on his journey!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>2000</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/91910b949d5f19b5bdbcefc62d77d618.jpg" />    </item>
    <item>
        <title>S6.E11 - Student Engineers!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E11 - Student Engineers!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e11-student-engineers/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e11-student-engineers/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[This solo-cast has me discussing how my students help design the game and some tips for having your students do the same. I hope you enjoy and I hope to hear from you on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[This solo-cast has me discussing how my students help design the game and some tips for having your students do the same. I hope you enjoy and I hope to hear from you on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This solo-cast has me discussing how my students help design the game and some tips for having your students do the same. I hope you enjoy and I hope to hear from you on #WellPlayedPodcast and @MrMatera]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>S6.E10 - How Playful Learning Changes Classrooms &amp; Students</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E10 - How Playful Learning Changes Classrooms &amp; Students</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e10-how-playful-learning-changes-classrooms-students/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e10-how-playful-learning-changes-classrooms-students/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Today we have a dynamic duo with Jennifer Toney and Faith Guy. They are teacher and student teacher pair that are doing some great things in the classroom. I love hearing how gamification has impacted the direction of both their current and future classrooms! 

Have a listen and enjoy their empowering story. Who knows, maybe you will just take that first step you have been saying you were going to for a while.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Today we have a dynamic duo with Jennifer Toney and Faith Guy. They are teacher and student teacher pair that are doing some great things in the classroom. I love hearing how gamification has impacted the direction of both their current and future classrooms! 

Have a listen and enjoy their empowering story. Who knows, maybe you will just take that first step you have been saying you were going to for a while.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Today we have a dynamic duo with Jennifer Toney and Faith Guy. They are teacher and student teacher pair that are doing some great things in the classroom. I love hearing how gamification has impacted the direction of both their current and future classrooms! 

Have a listen and enjoy their empowering story. Who knows, maybe you will just take that first step you have been saying you were going to for a while.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1988</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S6.E9 - Challenge Accepted</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E9 - Challenge Accepted</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e9-challenge-accepted/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e9-challenge-accepted/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Great episode in which we explore the power of differentiation in the gamified classroom. It is power packed and ready for you to launch into some awesome change in your classroom.

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast to join in the conversation.]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Great episode in which we explore the power of differentiation in the gamified classroom. It is power packed and ready for you to launch into some awesome change in your classroom.

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast to join in the conversation.]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Great episode in which we explore the power of differentiation in the gamified classroom. It is power packed and ready for you to launch into some awesome change in your classroom.

Use the hashtag #WellPlayedPodcast to join in the conversation.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>943</itunes:duration>
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        <title>S6.E8 - Gamification in the Elementary Class</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E8 - Gamification in the Elementary Class</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e8-gamification-in-the-elementary-class/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e8-gamification-in-the-elementary-class/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In today's episode we have two wonderful people Jamie and Tobin Halsey (@mrsjamiehalsey @halseytobin) 

They are 2nd and 4th grade teachers and are here to share why they do what they do and why it is so important! Come along and have a listen! Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In today's episode we have two wonderful people Jamie and Tobin Halsey (@mrsjamiehalsey @halseytobin) 

They are 2nd and 4th grade teachers and are here to share why they do what they do and why it is so important! Come along and have a listen! Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In today's episode we have two wonderful people Jamie and Tobin Halsey (@mrsjamiehalsey @halseytobin) 

They are 2nd and 4th grade teachers and are here to share why they do what they do and why it is so important! Come along and have a listen! Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1874</itunes:duration>
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    <item>
        <title>S6.E7 - Badging Done Right!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E7 - Badging Done Right!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e7-badging-done-right/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e7-badging-done-right/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[In this power packed episode I run through some badging tips, but for the most part this is a foundational episode that will teach you the 5 Rs of badging that you should think about when creating a badging system. 

Please reflect on this episode and write #WellPlayedPodcast your thoughts!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this power packed episode I run through some badging tips, but for the most part this is a foundational episode that will teach you the 5 Rs of badging that you should think about when creating a badging system. 

Please reflect on this episode and write #WellPlayedPodcast your thoughts!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this power packed episode I run through some badging tips, but for the most part this is a foundational episode that will teach you the 5 Rs of badging that you should think about when creating a badging system. 

Please reflect on this episode and write #WellPlayedPodcast your thoughts!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>974</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/3f3a732054bd96d7c91092eb882fb14c.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S6.E6 - EMC2 In The Wild Episode with Guest Justin Owens</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E6 - EMC2 In The Wild Episode with Guest Justin Owens</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e6-emc2-in-the-wild-episode-with-guest-justin-owens/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e6-emc2-in-the-wild-episode-with-guest-justin-owens/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[Hello everyone to our first EMC2 In the Wild Episode. These episodes are when a teacher shares a story of using one of the resources in their classroom and the impact it has made. We hope this inspires you to take the leap and use these resources in your classroom. 

Today's guest is Justin Owens (@MrOwens_Math) He is a math teacher and a fantastic guy. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello everyone to our first EMC2 In the Wild Episode. These episodes are when a teacher shares a story of using one of the resources in their classroom and the impact it has made. We hope this inspires you to take the leap and use these resources in your classroom. 

Today's guest is Justin Owens (@MrOwens_Math) He is a math teacher and a fantastic guy. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hello everyone to our first EMC2 In the Wild Episode. These episodes are when a teacher shares a story of using one of the resources in their classroom and the impact it has made. We hope this inspires you to take the leap and use these resources in your classroom. 

Today's guest is Justin Owens (@MrOwens_Math) He is a math teacher and a fantastic guy. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

Share your thoughts on #WellPlayedPodcast]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>1951</itunes:duration>
                                <itunes:image href="https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog17804921/8a66f80c2ecf707a2333276b05e09bf2.jpg" />    </item>
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        <title>S6.E.5 - The Power of One!</title>
        <itunes:title>S6.E.5 - The Power of One!</itunes:title>
        <link>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e5-the-power-of-one/</link>
                    <comments>https://wellplayedpodcast.podbean.com/e/s6e5-the-power-of-one/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:02:00 -0600</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[While this is a different topic I hope your find it motivating and inspiring for you to listen to and TAKE ACTION in your lives. 

It is 15 minutes and I would love to hear what you think and what changes you are thinking about. Post your call to action on #WellPlayedPodcast hashtag!]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[While this is a different topic I hope your find it motivating and inspiring for you to listen to and TAKE ACTION in your lives. 

It is 15 minutes and I would love to hear what you think and what changes you are thinking about. Post your call to action on #WellPlayedPodcast hashtag!]]></content:encoded>
                                    
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[While this is a different topic I hope your find it motivating and inspiring for you to listen to and TAKE ACTION in your lives. 

It is 15 minutes and I would love to hear what you think and what changes you are thinking about. Post your call to action on #WellPlayedPodcast hashtag!]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Michael Matera</itunes:author>
        <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>937</itunes:duration>
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