Minecraft Education Game Code

Service Description

7 Lessons *This class does require an additional purchase of a Minecraft education license Introduction GameCode immerses students in coding education through the engaging world of Minecraft Education. This dynamic curriculum combines gaming excitement with coding fundamentals, guiding students to create their own arcade-style mini-games. Through video tutorials, presentations, and comprehensive instructions, participants learn to blend creativity and logic. Students will: Design and program arcade games, enhancing problem-solving and imagination. Manipulate Minecraft mechanics using coding concepts to build interactive experiences. Master MakeCode block coding language while fostering critical thinking and teamwork. Emerge as innovative game designers capable of shaping digital landscapes. Curriculum Highlights Video Playlists: Drive engagement and understanding through interactive visual learning. Lesson Structure: Connect, Construct, Contemplate, Continue model promotes a structured learning process. Instructional Materials: Comprehensive guides, presentations, assessments, and Minecraft world files support both teachers and students. Minecraft Education Framework: Focuses on programming, curiosity, algorithms, and community engagement. Flexible Use: Integrate into courses, labs, afterschool programs, camps, or homeschool groups. Instructional Sequence Tutorials: Introduction to coding concepts, events and sequencing,repeat loops, conditionals (IF statements),while loops. Parkour: Introduction to variables and data storage. Hide and Seek: Combine variables, loops, conditionals, and randomization. Rock, Paper, Scissors: Explore functions and conditionals. Aim Trainer: Utilize function parameters and arrays. Dunk Tank: Learn about return functions. Build Your Own Arcade Game: Apply all learned concepts to create a unique game. Educational Standards Aligned with CSTA, ISTE, Computing Programmes of study (England), and Australian f-10 Curriculum standards. Getting Started with Minecraft Education Detailed instructions provided for downloading and setting up Minecraft Education. Day: Fridays Time: 6-7:15 PM