Minecraft 101 Class for Beginner Players: Build & Chill (Only Java Edition)
In this one time Minecraft class, students will have a supportive environment where they build their own structures and ask any questions they may have about the game. It is aimed towards beginners, but experienced players are welcome. (#builder)
Playful Digital Learning
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(573)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursHomework
No external homework is neededClass Experience
This class gives students the opportunity to express their building and design skills in Minecraft! Students will work either in a group or by themselves to create a build according to the theme for the week. Players of any skill level are encouraged to join and inquire about any topics they may be unfamiliar with. Our teachers are skilled in Minecraft and will answer any questions and help students turn their ideas into realities. Each week, we will introduce a new theme. Students may be designing a water park, building cities in the Nether, building a space station, or more! Advanced skills or knowledge of Minecraft are not required. Students are encouraged to have fun with others in an interactive and supportive group setting. For this class, only Minecraft Java Edition (not the Bedrock edition) for PC or Mac is supported. It is not compatible with iPads, tablets, phones, Chromebook, or game consoles. Students must purchase the Java Edition of Minecraft for their personal computers; tablets, Chromebook or consoles will not suffice. Students in this course will: - Express their creativity and ideas in Minecraft - Collaborate with other students to build complexes and villages - Design and plan individual buildings - Develop negotiating skills in a group setting and engage in teamwork - Apply basic engineering knowledge to rise to a specific problem or challenge - Give instructions to others and accept feedback from teachers and peers alike - Be able to ask for help or guidance with their builds The teacher will wait up to 15 minutes for students to arrive. If students do not show up within that time and haven’t provided advance notice, the session will not be rescheduled.
Learning Goals
These are the learning goals and activities over the classes:
00:00 - 00:10 Introduce each other and theme
00:10 - 0:55 Building and question time
00:55 - 01:00 Present their builds to other students
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please verify that your student understands our policy. We want our students to treat us and each other with respect, and we want to make sure everyone has an enjoyable class time.
PDL Class Policy
When in a Playful Digital Learning class, please respect your instructor and other students.
a. Follow the teacher’s instructions
b. Do not destroy buildings
c. Be polite and kind when suggesting or criticizing ideas
d. Allow other students to speak
If the class is frequently interrupted or the student is misbehaving:
First time: Verbal or written warning
Second time: Put the student in a breakout room to speak with an instructor one on one
Third time: Temporarily removed from the Minecraft server or document until the teacher deems the behavior is corrected.
Supply List
Students will need to download Minecraft Java Edition with their own account. They will also need a microphone and a camera for video communication on Zoom. We use PDL Minecraft server and we will send the server address before the class starts.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
573reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
The founder of Playful Digital Learning, Yoonhee Lee, has done extensive research on game-based literacy learning. She has a variety of teaching experience in K-12 and adult contexts in Korea and the US. She is currently teaching pre-service teachers in Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at ASU.
Learning coach, Ashtyn Dial, graduated from Arizona State University with a Master's in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. She has worked with children for several years and has taught many subjects including game development, language, writing, music, and more. She is currently working as a Teacher Assistant.
Learning coach, Shardul Shetye, is majoring in psychology at Arizona State University. He has been playing video games, including Minecraft, for the past ten years, and has become an expert at many Minecraft concepts. He hopes to pass on some of his useful knowledge to bright young scholars.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$19
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 258 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
3-10 learners per class
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