Classroom Game Design: Paul Andersen at TEDxBozeman

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  • Опубліковано 23 кві 2012
  • Paul Andersen has been teaching science in Montana for the last eighteen years. He explains how he is using elements of game design to improve learning in his AP Biology classroom. Paul's science videos have been viewed millions of times by students around the world. He was the 2011 Montana Teacher of the Year and he is currently a science teacher at Bozeman High School. For more information on Paul's work visit www.bozemanscience.com.
    Paul Andersen has been teaching high school science in Montana for the last seventeen years. He has been teaching science on UA-cam for the last three years. Paul began his career teaching all the science classes at a small rural school in northern Montana. Paul is currently an AP Biology teacher and technology mentor at Bozeman High School. Paul uses technology and game mechanics to increase engagement in his classroom. Paul is the 2011 Montana Teacher of the Year and was one of four finalists for National Teacher of the Year.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 156

  • @lucv5573
    @lucv5573 Рік тому +3

    Probably the best TED talk on gamification I've watched. He shows a quality example of his gamification in a new science course Biohazard 5, admits his failures, and has passion.

  • @Bozemanscience1
    @Bozemanscience1 11 років тому +78

    Thanks for the comment Jackie. If you really want to be a teacher go for it. You will meet other amazing educators and your students will always be a source of inspiration. I love my job and I always enjoy going to work. The same could not be said for many professions. Good luck.

    • @stevenpan8819
      @stevenpan8819 3 роки тому

      You are the best teacher. I am not one of your student, but your youtube channel teached me so much. When i mean so much i kean so much. You're the best teacher.

    • @sufianahmad7337
      @sufianahmad7337 3 роки тому

      I am not good at English and in past, you were the only one there who teaches the concept by moving things and animating them in a cool way. Now I am a Professional Game Developer who is good in physics and math. Thanks to your passion of teaching :)

  • @Tara-yt5xv
    @Tara-yt5xv 4 місяці тому +1

    Self reflection is such a strong character trait of a great teacher. I hope schools change to making kids curious

  • @andy4an
    @andy4an 10 років тому +49

    It's great to hear a TEDster say: "check out this idea...here's how it failed"
    It's a pretty open-ended challenge to us all.
    Great Talk.

  • @paigeherrin29
    @paigeherrin29 3 роки тому +1

    I watched Mr. Anderson’s videos to reinforce my biology education in my first 2 years of college. Years later I’m in still in school, but now its for a post-bacc in secondary ed. Imaging my delight at being assigned to watch some Bozeman Science videos but this time the videos are for educators. I have a wonderful “full circle” relationship with Bozeman Science. First to get my bachelors degree in biology, now to get my degree as a science teacher.

  • @abrahamnaledge
    @abrahamnaledge 11 років тому +13

    Mr. Andersen was my bio teacher and he was easily one of my favorite teachers I have ever had. He's truly an inspirational person, and I think everybody should support this man on his endeavors to change how education in america works. Congrats from Sean W Mr. A!

  • @KrazzieWilson
    @KrazzieWilson 10 років тому +12

    I once wrote an assignment on gamification in the classroom after reading an article on the psychology of gaming and why its addictive and how can we use that in a classroom setting. Needless to say I failed that assignment, yet here we are with people in the real world showing how it can work. I will definitely be putting more time into this approach to prepare myself, my students, and hopefully my school, to develop a 'school game'..

  • @Dannysvideostuff
    @Dannysvideostuff 12 років тому +1

    Paul was amazing. I am so thankful he agreed to participate in the first TEDx even in Montana. He has great ideas for education and will inevitably go far because of it.

  • @truthandpeace1
    @truthandpeace1 11 років тому +2

    It's always inspiring to see passionate teachers like you who work hard to make change. Thank you Mr.Andersen

  • @MatthewRaymondBoyle
    @MatthewRaymondBoyle 6 років тому +2

    Paul, I admire your ability to reinvent your class during the summer. That's a really unique idea you got there: to make your class a video game. Thanks for sharing!

  • @nicoledelvalle03
    @nicoledelvalle03 10 років тому +55

    I clapped for you, in my living room, by myself, after that speech. Way to go! That was such a great message and I love the way you tied in the Alice in Wonderland metaphor back into the conclusion. Your podcasts on youtube have helped me so much this semester with my Biology 101 class. Thank you for being you. The world needs more passionate, intelligent, and creative people in it. Well done sir.

  • @jackiezinger
    @jackiezinger 11 років тому +8

    You inspire me so much. I really want to be a teacher, and a lot of times the often jaded (and tenured) teachers at my school are bad examples who dissuade me from the career. But then I come across people like you, teachers who are engaging and passionate, and I remember why I'm interested in it in the first place. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!
    (thumb up so maybe someday he'll see?)

  • @robbieeason1898
    @robbieeason1898 8 років тому +21

    This was absolutely fascinating - as a 16 year old student I would give a lot to be taught like this, I'll use what I've learnt to progress my own learning, thank you.

  • @econmachete
    @econmachete 10 років тому +173

    "... and I hope that's helpful."

  • @OverLordGoldDragon
    @OverLordGoldDragon 9 років тому +75

    BOOZEMAN BIOLOGY!
    YEAH!

  • @md.shohanurrahmanshohan9763
    @md.shohanurrahmanshohan9763 6 років тому

    this guy is my favourite teacher.....he makes the most complicated things so easy for us..legend he is

  • @MrRaghunandy
    @MrRaghunandy 5 років тому +1

    Lots of love from India .Your videos are helpful for many people here who can't afford expensive coaching .

  • @nayrbsworld3048
    @nayrbsworld3048 7 років тому

    Really his method of teaching is very informative and at same time not boring. He revolutionize the art of teaching.. Salute to Mr. Andersen i hope we become like you. Cheers

  • @stevenpan8819
    @stevenpan8819 3 роки тому

    Paul anderson you are the best teacher. I acutally never had any teacher that is close as good as you.

  • @SaraGiraffe
    @SaraGiraffe 11 років тому

    I like how he actually cares about his students. I have teachers that don't care how well their students do and think that when an entire class isn't doing well they blame the students. I love Mr. Anderson

  • @nikhiMD
    @nikhiMD 9 років тому +44

    And I hope that was helpful.
    Yes, yes it was. :) Thank you, Mr. Anderson!

  • @maryabbott7105
    @maryabbott7105 7 років тому +7

    Simply amazing! I would take biology over again just to be in his class.

  • @infyinfy143
    @infyinfy143 10 років тому +2

    I'm a school Teacher & you are one of my Inspiration (you know after Einstein).....I love the way you teach big complicated topics in simple short videos.

  • @haxorite1740
    @haxorite1740 5 років тому +4

    boi my science teachers have been using this guy for the last 4 years

  • @leanneyenny
    @leanneyenny 12 років тому +1

    Wow. You are so inspiring, Paul. Thanks for sharing what you do with others.

  • @DiminutiveFlower
    @DiminutiveFlower 12 років тому

    Paul Anderson, you are so BA!
    Sincerely, another biology teacher.

  • @CrazyGamer-xi8rf
    @CrazyGamer-xi8rf 7 років тому +43

    He and Sal should team up...

  • @miamiry8737
    @miamiry8737 10 років тому

    I have learned more from you than most of my bio teachers combined...you are truly amazing! I wish more teachers had the same passion for teaching and love for their students..thank you!

  • @kemushichan
    @kemushichan 10 років тому +28

    Go Paul, go go go! :)

  • @alfvie1
    @alfvie1 8 років тому

    Great dynamic way of teaching. Its a learning revolution. Thank you.

  • @JohnnyDrachma
    @JohnnyDrachma 10 років тому +1

    I will be making my second attempt at Classroom Game Design this school year and this video is educational and inspirational. Thank you!

  • @heenatahilramani1565
    @heenatahilramani1565 6 років тому +1

    Your podcasts are amazing sir. I have learnt so much from your videos. I wish i could be there in your actual classroom for learning different methods to teach science.

  • @sunsetawayJ
    @sunsetawayJ 11 років тому

    i love my primary school bio teacher. he made our names into riddles and had us guess. the most interesting teacher i've ever met!

  • @meowishkat
    @meowishkat 9 років тому +2

    Mr andersen you are literally the best !!! i learn so much from your videos !

  • @hudaahmed1126
    @hudaahmed1126 8 років тому +1

    very inspirational person.....there is a lot to learn from you....you are the best...!

  • @passport2011
    @passport2011 12 років тому

    I stood and applauded after watching your vid. I agree. I watch your Biology vids and love your energy and the way you present the material.
    YOU ROCK!

  • @Saandy_
    @Saandy_ 8 років тому +1

    i don't se how having a flat out ranking system in your class could lead to anything good, but as an individual, this is how I've always wanted school to be like.

  • @ArjanKC
    @ArjanKC 10 років тому +5

    hey! Wow!! Paul Andersen loved your approach towards teaching. Great inspiration sir!!
    Thank you for the talk.

  • @rem1736
    @rem1736 12 років тому

    Completely agree with your ideas on teaching and learning, and I thought that you made your presentation both thought provoking and entertaining. Thanks for sending the link.

  • @willbucks
    @willbucks 10 років тому +1

    It's not the teachers in training who need this. It's the teachers who have stopped learning.

  • @ourclassroomwithmadamsalinel
    @ourclassroomwithmadamsalinel 4 роки тому

    Great inspiration in making the instruction more interesting and interactive.

  • @Hadoyful
    @Hadoyful 12 років тому

    I loved your talk , you really inspired me ! I find your videos really useful you do not only help students in your classroom , you are helping students worldwide.. respect from Kuwait

  •  11 років тому +1

    Paul, you're the great! Perhaps one day I could teach like this!
    Thank you!

  • @kmold0033
    @kmold0033 9 років тому

    We need more teachers like you

  • @BoardGameSanctuary
    @BoardGameSanctuary 6 років тому +3

    I think that we need to shift the focus towards teaching 'failing' as a positive thing because its how we learn. Succeeding 'all' of the time is not how we learn.. rather its how we feel when we have 'learnt'.

  • @LinnixAbysslee
    @LinnixAbysslee 12 років тому

    thank you so much, you are making such a huge impact on education, and being a high school student myself, I can't tell you enough how grateful I am! I hope you can reach farther in your dream on changing education, and maybe some of my dreams will come true too.

  • @greenaben4719
    @greenaben4719 11 років тому

    Thanks Paul how lucky they are, I wish have a good teacher for my children.
    thanks for internet to have access to this.

  • @eyes21st
    @eyes21st 11 років тому

    I've seen Pauls online work - It's excellent, Its among the best i've ever seen. I will be adding a link to his great education in our site.

  • @ikhlasdrifts7610
    @ikhlasdrifts7610 10 років тому

    Mr.Anderson!!! You're the best :)

  • @HunterOsking
    @HunterOsking 12 років тому

    This is such a great idea, what a dedicated guy.

  • @LKxxROXSTAR15
    @LKxxROXSTAR15 10 років тому +1

    my teacher regularly assigns us to watch his videos. he is AMAZING. everything is so clear in his videos...but I'm talking about his Bio courses though, haha...

  • @jocelynmuch
    @jocelynmuch 10 років тому +3

    Paul. You are amazing. I am a high school biology teacher. I want to know how to build a video game like this for my students.

  • @incholer
    @incholer 12 років тому

    I am a video game design student and this is simply amazing!

  • @keyzack
    @keyzack 6 років тому

    hope we'll have more mr anderson teaching 🙌

  • @nethmiw5783
    @nethmiw5783 7 років тому

    This type of learning is much more fun!

  • @Agadyne
    @Agadyne 10 років тому +3

    "Teachers are great thieves."
    I am stealing this.

  • @cadenstone8979
    @cadenstone8979 5 років тому

    This man helped me pass AP Bio.

  • @RuRoom
    @RuRoom 11 років тому

    This video should be shown at all the teacher trainings.

  • @user-zu1oq5px8t
    @user-zu1oq5px8t 10 років тому

    He is so amazing.

  • @arturobarrios5308
    @arturobarrios5308 4 роки тому

    Excelente presentación. Gracias

  • @tommysagemar
    @tommysagemar 10 років тому

    I wish that when I get kids I hope they get a teacher like you! I'm reading biologi now and I'm watching your vids and there great even if there in the wrong language ;)

  • @kundankumar-bd6db
    @kundankumar-bd6db 7 років тому

    simply lovely

  • @superninjadinosaur10
    @superninjadinosaur10 12 років тому +1

    You are such an amazing teacher :) I wish I had you :D

  • @GhulamMurtaza-yk8js
    @GhulamMurtaza-yk8js 6 років тому

    I want a teacher like you , who teaches me in a dynamic way....

  • @Sushiman118
    @Sushiman118 11 років тому

    I want that program SO much right now...

  • @HaryanaEducation
    @HaryanaEducation 11 років тому

    yes indeed your lessons are fun

  • @morgamcocurt1q2w
    @morgamcocurt1q2w 10 років тому

    Excellent video, wonderful instructor, great video game idea, thanks for point out the failures, however I think the successes are more important. I seriously doubt if the kids logged in to look for failure, they likely logged to see how well they did relative to the whole.
    I do something similar with my students however I use Armis to teach scientific thinking (logical, critical). Each student MUST earn 100%.
    The drink in the bottle is success not failure.

  • @nporterable
    @nporterable 12 років тому

    Thanks for the information. You have inspired me to create a "game like" unit that I called "Tectonics 7" and ran on moodle for my students. It was a great first step for me but has you point out it needs a summer session of improving for the next version. Fun stuff.

  • @TeamMayku
    @TeamMayku 6 років тому

    This is so great!

  • @ouafaoumaima6407
    @ouafaoumaima6407 8 років тому

    Mr Anderson you are the best

  • @RonnyereSenaVital
    @RonnyereSenaVital 10 років тому +1

    Really good, I always thought about it, our kis have to learn how to play and apply their knowledge. Yes we need to redesign our video games platforms to a platform of learning, this ideia is excellent, if you can not change your school system to do that, do not worry I think you can do it alone and apply it to your needs, this is what I do with me and it works.

  • @zoetele123
    @zoetele123 5 років тому

    IIIIII need this type of Professor

  • @kitthekat6844
    @kitthekat6844 6 років тому

    Well said!

  • @ufo8mykat
    @ufo8mykat 12 років тому

    Proud of you!

  • @roankai
    @roankai 6 років тому

    great teacher and human!

  • @gur0004
    @gur0004 12 років тому

    Great work Paul, please go ahead and teach some Computer Science,would love it watch you break it down.

  • @shaboatrad4066
    @shaboatrad4066 7 років тому

    AWESOME

  • @johnsoncl2
    @johnsoncl2 12 років тому

    Please update us on how the modification you make for next year's class work out.

  • @shaboatrad4066
    @shaboatrad4066 7 років тому

    totally agree with him

  • @JerryKwanzeo
    @JerryKwanzeo 12 років тому

    Couldn't agree more.

  • @marias21
    @marias21 7 років тому

    Great!

  • @teenaborz2616
    @teenaborz2616 10 років тому

    i agree!

  • @ibchemvids
    @ibchemvids 12 років тому

    Great Ted talk - maybe now they will unlock some of the computers at school to allow me to get some games going too.

  • @TaiwanHomeTutor
    @TaiwanHomeTutor 11 років тому

    Nice presentaition, Paul.

  • @monicabangela
    @monicabangela 11 років тому +1

    oh, Moodle! Love Moodle!

  • @walknotes
    @walknotes 6 років тому

    you are a good teacher, every teacher in the future should be like you!
    PS. Mr. Anderson is Neo, right? :)

  • @xHawz
    @xHawz 11 років тому

    Brilliant

  • @Yoyoiiii
    @Yoyoiiii 10 років тому +1

    I love Mr. Anderson!hahahha my bio teacher is just...TAT

  • @meenunarang7185
    @meenunarang7185 11 років тому

    nice thoughts
    all the very best

  • @space.spoon28
    @space.spoon28 11 років тому

    Mr. Anderson, welcome back...

  • @aissaouiazzeddine2738
    @aissaouiazzeddine2738 6 років тому

    You do a good job

  • @hachiman9950
    @hachiman9950 8 років тому +2

    This guy came to my school

  • @txdmsk
    @txdmsk 11 років тому

    I have a kid brother (10) and he loves computer games where he can level up, but he doesn't like school or studying much. So I decided to reward him with eXperience Points for various tasks that involve learning and reading and ever since he is pretty much begging me to give him tasks. We collect his XP in an XLS file. He is lvl8 now :)

  • @mattguno
    @mattguno 11 років тому

    awesome

  • @AuthorTess
    @AuthorTess 11 років тому

    "Who would want to be in a class at the Vulcan Science Academy?" My very introverted son, that's who. When he saw that movie at about age 11 spoke right up in the theater and said, "I want to go to school there, Mom!" It's not for every kid but as a self-starter, excellent reader, and dedicated gamer, he would have driven off like a rocket in Mr. Anderson's class. Like all good Vulcans, though, he is still trying to learn a big lesson from this video: failure is part of the process---it's okay.

  • @MCPeeBoy
    @MCPeeBoy 3 роки тому

    I feel almost mad with myself for finding this dude only a couple days before. My learning processes would be so much more interesting.

  • @MandyFilet
    @MandyFilet 12 років тому

    LittleBigPlanet 2 has taught me more about Physics than my Physics teacher has.

  • @KemilyPlay
    @KemilyPlay 6 років тому

    muito legal

  • @MacbookCore
    @MacbookCore 10 років тому

    As a student it sounds really cool but i really am not sure how much that will help me.

  • @shaboatrad4066
    @shaboatrad4066 7 років тому

    ❤❤❤❤