Coding & Tech
Minecraft 303 Class for Advanced Player: All About Redstone (Only Java Edition)
In this one time Minecraft class, each time teachers give students an opportunity to learn a new redstone circuit or contraption and apply them in Minecraft. This class is not designed for players that are new to Minecraft. (#builder)
Playful Digital Learning
455 total reviews for this teacher
57 reviews for this class
Completed by 275 learners
7-12
year olds
3-10
learners per class
$24
Charged upfront
Meets once
90 minute class
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Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Description
Class Experience
The class gives students an opportunity to learn a new redstone circuit or contraption! Students will work either in a group or by themselves to create a redstone contraption and incorporate it into the week’s build theme. Students may be amusement park tycoons; restaurant owners; pirates with their own working cannons! Each week, we will introduce a new theme and skill. It is recommended that students have some prior experience with redstone, hoppers, droppers, dispensers, pistons, etc....
Learning Goals These are the learning goals and activities over the classes: Redstone logic using binary Redstone circuitry Pistons and block updates using pistons Different methods of wiring redstone, including vertical redstone, progress bars, and repeaters.
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. Lead teacher, 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.
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.
1 hour 30 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
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. Any warnings will be communicated to the student’s parent/guardian.
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Playful Digital Learningcollaborative, creative, and tech-infused learning
455 total reviews
1324 completed classes
About Us
Playful Digital Learning consists of people with a passion for teaching, gaming, and technology. We strive to inspire creativity, model reflection, and empower students to learn through play. We offer an educational environment that fuels...