ClassDojo

ClassDojo works by setting up real-time feedback loops in the classroom, to recognise and reinforce desirable behaviours and values. Real-time visual notifications appear via the tool which can also be updated from a smartphone running the same page. Mobile of sorts…

ClassDojo automatically generates analytics, shareable character report cards. What I really liked was the ability to monitor behaviour over time and the developers call for more ideas… not being too shy I added a few to an email. PS – requires a plugin for IE.

I have a passion for game mechanics in education. In fact I would be fair to say, I am always looking for ways to make school FLUN – Fun-learning.

I have a couple of ideas for you….

1. Groups of +ive and –ive – for discussions, for class work, for group work, for independent study, for presentations – as well as day to day lessons.

2. I would like to be able to weight the behaviours – so that some behaviours were worth more points than others. I would like to be able to offer 2 points for the behaviours that I believe would construct the best learning environment

3. Randomness – I am a big fan of randomness – it keeps us on our toes – I would love to be able to ask Dojo to pick a student a random. Currently I use an app for that. Teacherpick (but you have it all there in the dojo).

4. I would like the change to roll dice, dice with rewards and dice with consequences, again I currently use an app for that. Make dice.

5. Timers are good

6. Unlocking levels is very good

7. Lead learners, I would love to be able to leave a marker / gold star for a student, so when we started the next class I could remind her/him just how well they did last lesson.

8. Improved – can dojo recognise uncharacteristic behaviour, eg a student who is negative 4 lessons in a row but then get a positive? Could I get a nudge?

9 Add a warning icon

Looking forward to seeing the dojo develop.

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