Minecraft STEAM Foundations
Explore STEAM through Minecraft Adventures!
Grade levels: 3-8
**Course includes FREE access to Minecraft Education Edition and Microsoft Office 365**
- Discover STEAM concepts through immersive Minecraft challenges
- Blend creativity with learning in interactive virtual environments
- Develop problem-solving skills while having fun
- Document and showcase your achievements with Microsoft Office tools
Course Description
Course access dates: Sept 1 - June 30 with asynchronous teacher support.
Additional Information:
Embark on an exciting educational journey in the world of Minecraft! This innovative course brings STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Music) concepts to life through engaging, interactive gameplay.
As you explore vast Minecraft landscapes, you'll tackle challenges that teach you about everything from basic coding to complex engineering principles. Let your creativity soar as you build, experiment, and solve problems in this beloved virtual world.
With full access to Microsoft Office 365 online apps, you'll have the tools to document your progress and create impressive presentations of your Minecraft projects.
Get ready to level up your learning in a way that's so fun, you might forget you're in class!
Lessons
Introduction
Lesson 1: Welcome to Planet Pixlar
- Dive into the world of pixel art
- Explore creative drawing techniques
- Learn to scale your designs
- Start with paper-based pixel art
- Progress to bringing creations to life through papercraft
Lesson 2: Build a New Home
- Develop architectural skills
- Create an escape plan blueprint
- Turn scaled drawings into reality
- Design your ideal living space
- Construct your dream home in Minecraft
Lesson 3: Build a New Town
- Explore community planning and design principles
- Learn to revitalize virtual towns with innovative concepts
- Apply knowledge by constructing a thriving community in Minecraft
Lesson 3: Start a Business
- Draw inspiration from real-world architectural success stories
- Develop strategic design plans
- Name your creations
- Learn to integrate various elements into cohesive designs for your virtual business
Lesson 5: Electrify Your Town
- Discover the science of electricity through lemon battery experiments
- Master Minecraft's redstone basics
- Apply knowledge to design and build an exciting roller coaster in your virtual world
Lesson 6: Tell Your Story
- Embark on archaeological adventures
- Learn to organize your design ideas effectively
- Enhance your creations with illustrations
- Create a personalized storybook showcasing your Minecraft architectural journey
Upon purchase, you will be emailed with course access instructions.
Minecraft STEAM Foundations
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