Minecraft for Beginners (3rd to 8th Grade)

As one of the most popular games on the planet, Minecraft represents a dynamic learning opportunity for students to learn, practice, and celebrate their ability to creatively solve problems. Minecraft as an educational tool has been proven through research to significantly improve learner creativity, collaborative skills, problem-solving abilities, and computational reasoning- all skills that are commodities in today’s global market.

In this course, students will work (and play) all for the sake of learning and honing these skills with the guidance of our skilled instructors. Through an engaging journey through the world of Minecraft, students will learn to build creative solutions to complex problems, all while having fun and making meaningful learning connections in STEM-infused projects!

Hey Parents and Kids, check out the link below!  Hot, New Minecraft News from PC Gamer!

https://www.pcgamer.com/java-and-bedrock-editions-merge-creating-one-minecraft-to-rule-them-all/

*Note* Article taken from PC Gamer, written by Rich Stanton

In this course, students will gain a better understanding of the following concepts:

• Creative Problem Solving
• Computer Literacy
• Basic Coding & Java Commands
• Manipulating 3D Shapes
• Computational Thinking
• Teamwork, Time-Management, Self-Motivation
• Reading for Comprehension
• Sequencing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Effective Communication

Preparation Prior to Class:

There is a one-time purchase required for Minecraft Java Edition for $26.95. Please Download and Install Minecraft Java Edition here: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/store/minecraft-java-edition. You will need a Microsoft account to buy and play Minecraft Java Edition. If you don’t already have one you can create one for free. Go to account.microsoft.com, select Sign in, and then choose to create one. 

* Please make sure that you have a mouse for this class! It will make it easier to work in Minecraft.

* Compatible with MAC, and Windows PCs and Laptops.

Important Note: Our system will send you the link to join the class 30 minutes prior to the start time of the class.

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