THE BENEFITS OF MINECRAFT: Education Edition

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT

Minecraft: Education Edition brings the classroom and curriculum to students in an environment they are already comfortable with. It offers the same Minecraft experience many students enjoy already, but with some additional capabilities that enable them to collaborate in the classroom, as well as support for educators to deliver learning activities within the game.

COLLABORATION

The game is designed so that students can work in teams to solve problems, or as a whole class to master challenges within the game. Engaging in work teams and learning environments that foster co-operation in the classroom helps prepare students for their futures. It has the same benefits associated with teamwork for teachers. One of the biggest perks is the almost immediate sharing of knowledge from teachers all over the globe.

CREATIVE EXPLORATION

Children learn naturally through a combination of observation, trial and error and play-based practice. An open-learning environment such as Minecraft allows students the freedom to experiment and challenge themselves. Much like real life, there are no step-by-step instructions – students must try, fail and try again to achieve the result they want.

TANGIBLE LEARNING OUTCOMES

To create a fully inclusive classroom, educators are challenged to create learning activities that cater to all types of learners. With Minecraft: Education Edition, educators are able to align projects and activities directly to specific learning outcomes and curriculum standards. What’s more, learning-by-doing gives students a sense of accomplishment when they can demonstrate their knowledge.