Minecraft: "Holiday Build Mods" (3rd-9th Grade)

Holiday Mods are decorative mods that introduce new features to a particular game theme. We will be creating mods like a snow globe, sleigh, snowman, decorations, and gifts. Join us as we take modding in Minecraft to the winter holidays!

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 gain a better understanding of the following concepts

Students will learn:

• Creative Problem Solving
• Computer Literacy
• Basic Coding & Java Commands
• Manipulating 3D Shapes
• Computational Thinking

Class Requirements:

• Students should know how to use a computer
• Know how to type
• No tablets! (Chromebooks should be fine)

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.