Minecraft is one of the most popular games to have been created, selling over 200 million copies of the game. The game is built on the premise of having players work together to explore, build structure, and survive in a 3D virtual Environment. Minecraft: Education Edition Is a game that focuses on developing students' STEM abilities within the very same 3D environment. Covering subjects such as language arts, science, math, history and art & design.
How Can This Benefit Teachers?
Teachers often struggle with motivating students to learn particular subjects. Minecraft: Education Edition supplies teachers with 500+ Different lesson plans covering all subject areas, as well as additional lessons that can be purchased. Each Lesson is supplied with a minecraft virtual environment that aids in the development of student learning, as well as the ability to personalize the game for differentiated instruction. For educators who lack experience with minecraft, there are tutorials and free lessons on the curriculum for those who need it.
How can this Benefit Students?
Minecraft: Education Edition facilitates a development of student ability while building students confidence and keeping them engaged. Students are able to participate in activities on coding, learn basic to intermediate chemistry, as well as the opportunity to develop their understanding of historical events. Minecraft: Education Edition also facilitates an environment in which students are to work both independently and collaboratively, allowing for the development of communication skills, as well as social and emotional skills. These skills are important for the students educational success, as well as continued success into adulthood.
Chemistry Example Coding Example
How can I purchase this for my class?
Minecraft: Education Edition is only available for eligible educational institutions. If the institution is eligible and has a Microsoft 365 Office account, Minecraft can be purchased. For financial information visit: https://educommunity.minecraft.net/hc/en-us/articles/360047119092-FAQ-Availability-Pricing-and-Licensing
Minecraft as an educational tool creates the opportunity for students to learn fundamental skills, while encouraging student creativity and imagination. Facilitating an environment for student success is crucial to the success we have as educators. Minecraft: Education Edition can be a beneficial resource for educators, as well as a pathway for students' educational success.
Resources:
https://education.minecraft.net/en-us
Steven OTECC @NU
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