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Cell Biology Camp in Minecraft: Discover Life’s Building Blocks (5-Session)
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PLATFORM: (Minecraft Java Edition for PC / Mac Only! Not compatible with Ipads, Kindles, Tablets, Phones, and Game Consoles) SKILL LEVEL: This program is meant for Basic level players. This program requires Moderate reading comprehension, Basic proficiency with computers, and no prior experience with Minecraft. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Like Minecraft, most things in this world are made from basic building blocks. While our homes are constructed out of wood and concrete, we are a combination of...
— Day 1 - Introduction to Cells: We’ll start off by diving into the function of a cell and what cells look like! As the class progresses through the cell theory, we’ll take a tour in Minecraft through different cell models before building one of our own! — Day 2 - Animal Cells: Energy makes it possible for cells to process and use special functions to keep themselves alive. We’ll explore what makes animal cells unique and their main organelles. To wrap up the session, the class will join on a group activity that demonstrates the way cells communicate. — Day 3 - Plant Cells: These cells differ from Animal cells and we’ll discover in this class what ways they differ. In learning about plant cells, we will also review the key organelles and functions as well as how photosynthesis works. Afterwards, we will conduct a scavenger hunt to identify and collect materials necessary to produce photosynthesis in Minecraft! — Day 4 - Nutrient Transport: How do cells stay alive? ATP plays a vital role in this by providing energy that drives most processes in cells. In this class, we will investigate how food provides energy and how the energy is distributed among cells. Through a Minecraft class activity, campers will get to experience the journey and struggles of nutrient transportation. — Day 5 - How Cells Are Made: DNA exists within cells and cells are about to duplicate through mitosis! This final day is all about division and replication of cells through different phases of mitosis. We’ll explore the processes on a large-scale diagram in Minecraft and simulate mitosis with Minecraft slimes!
Connected Camps is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2015 with the mission to build a global online community where kids build, code, play, and learn alongside one another. Our programs are designed based on extensive research in the learning sciences. The founders and leaders of Connected Camps, Mimi Ito and Katie Salen, are professors at the University of California, Irvine, who specialize in the design of online learning experiences that are fun, social, and directly tied to academic outcomes. Learn more about the research behind Connected Camps at the Connected Learning Alliance resource site: https://clalliance.org/ One thing that makes our programs unique is our near-peer mentorship model. Our programs are led by young adults and college students, often with the help of high school volunteers. We hire counselors and coaches from top universities in computer science, game development, economics, social studies, and the arts, and train them on how to facilitate project-based learning with younger kids. Our young instructors have the same passion for technology, games, and digital making as our learners, and take on the role of instructors, as well as fellow enthusiasts and relatable role models. The curriculum for this program was designed by a team of counselors pursuing degrees relevant to the material at hand. The learning experiences in this class are driven by these counselors’ academic expertise in the field, along with their desire to share their passion for the subject with a group of excited learners. All of Connected Camps’ curricula are vetted by the organization’s Product Manager, Matthew, who possesses a Masters in Secondary Education and a deep belief in the power of collaborative virtual learning.
A Minecraft Java Edition account must be purchased by the learner. Participants will receive access to the Connected Camps Minecraft Server where the program will be run. To access the server, each learner will need the Java edition of Minecraft and will need to set their version release to 1.15.2. Other Minecraft versions like the "Minecraft for Windows 10 version", console editions, and pocket editions for mobile devices will not work for this course. A pair of headphones and microphone are also needed for communication with the class.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Internet safety is a top priority for us and our goal is to create a safe, connected community of learners that is moderated by our instructors. Throughout our programs we strive to educate our learners on internet safety and best practices for connecting online. In our programs, our learners are often making friendships and connections with others in class. While we encourage positive online friendships, we think it’s important to practice these principles of internet safety: — Do NOT ask others to connect online outside of our programs without first confirming with your parents. Our programs are a safe, moderated space for learners to engage but we can’t moderate connections outside of our classes. — Do NOT give away personal information which includes but is not limited to: your name, address, phone number, passwords, location, email address, and parental information. — If an individual asks for personal information, you should inform a counselor or your parent for guidance. ——— Common Sense Media Resources for Parents: https://www.commonsense.org/education/videos/keeping-games-fun-and-friendly Keeping Games Fun and Friendly: learn how to keep your child's experiences positive and fun when communicating in online games with others. https://www.commonsense.org/education/video/modal/4141366# The Power of Words: help your child learn that words exchanged online are indeed powerful, and offer strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying. https://www.commonsense.org/education/videos/private-and-personal-information Private and Personal Information: learn the difference between what personal things your child can safely share online and private information that should not be shared.
Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Connected Camps is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2015 with the mission to build a global online community where kids build, code, play, and learn from one another. Our programs are designed based on the extensive research in the...
Group Class
$105
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
90 min
Completed by 33 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-10 learners per class