Minecraft Builds: Redstone, Society & Java Physics Experiments - No Boundaries!
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Beginner Level
Explore the World of Minecraft (Java Edition) in a Fun, Educational Way! 🟥 Build, Create, and Learn: Architecture, Redstone, and Java Physics! Our educational server offers a dynamic learning environment where students can unleash their creativity and explore the full potential of Minecraft. Dive into Minecraft architecture, redstone engineering, and experiment with Java physics to solve real-world problems! 🟥 Engage in Architecture Contests and Collaborative Town Building Imagine it, design it, and build it! Participate in architecture challenges, create vibrant towns, and learn about different art styles and societies in an interactive, hands-on way. Explore the forbidden library to uncover the fascinating history of lithography and world history. 🟥 Play, Explore, and Connect with Fellow Students Join a community of passionate students and embark on thrilling adventures in a custom Minecraft world! Connect with others who share your enthusiasm for exploration, teamwork, and creativity. Whether you're solving puzzles or building massive structures, you’ll make lasting friendships along the way. 🟥 Learn, Achieve, and Level Up Together Our Minecraft educational world encourages team-building, problem-solving, and strategic planning. As you advance, you’ll unlock new areas of the world and face exciting challenges that require collaboration to overcome. With the guidance of a counselor, you'll receive support to maximize your learning and growth. 🟥 Project-Based Learning with Hands-On Coding Our Dewey-inspired approach centers on project-based learning, where students actively engage in tasks and challenges with real-world applications. Learn to code and solve problems while having fun! Most projects are game-based, ensuring that your education is both exciting and effective. 🟥 No Mods Required – Join with Minecraft Java or Bedrock Edition Our server supports both Minecraft Java Edition and Minecraft Bedrock Edition, accessible on PC, Mac, iPad, tablets, and consoles. No mods are required to join! Simply provide your gamer tag through a private message to enter the private server (open only during class time). What You’ll Gain: Hands-on experience with Minecraft building and redstone mechanics Learning about world history, art, and society types Strong focus on teamwork, goal-setting, and collaboration Guidance from experienced counselors to enhance your learning journey
Learning Goals
You’ll learn different mechanics and how to set goals and achieve them
The value of a supportive community – and how to reflect and communicate effectively with each other.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Online interaction’s with other students, Fantasy violence. References to demolition. References to lithography and history.
Gamer tags will be required for the class to enter the private server. Learners or parents can message gamer tags directly through a private message, not in the classroom. Private servers will only be open during class time.
Pre-Requisites
No prior coding experience necessary. Minecraft playing experience would be helpful.
Supply List
Minecraft Java edition, No mods required. A Minecraft Java or Bedrock Edition account must be purchased by the learner. Participants will gain access to the Dewey Inspired Educational Server where the program will be run. A pair of headphones and microphone are also helpful for communication with the class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
A "Dewey Inspired Educational Server" is an online platform designed to facilitate learning based on the philosophy of John Dewey, emphasizing active engagement, hands-on experiences, collaborative learning, and student-centered inquiry, where students actively construct knowledge through real-world problems and reflection, rather than passively receiving information from a teacher.
Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
5 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Cleveland Institute of Art
Bachelor's Degree in English from Emory University
2 teachers have an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Political Science and Government from Los Angeles Southwest College
Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
This instructor:
CSM
A tutor with 5 years of experience in education with a philosophy of play and work being one and the same.
Angel is the perfect educator to introduce someone to emerging new technologies.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$19
weekly1x per week
90 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-6 learners per class