Minecraft Modding Course: Create a Minecraft Mod (8-Session)

PLATFORM:
(Minecraft Java Edition for PC / Non-M1 Mac Only! Not compatible with M1 Chip Macs, Ipads, Kindles, Tablets, Phones, and Game Consoles)

SKILL LEVEL:
This program is meant for Intermediate level players. This program requires Moderate reading comprehension, Moderate proficiency with computers, and some prior experience with Minecraft. Additionally, campers will need experience in computer folder and file navigation.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
Did you know that video game mods allow players to tweak games and enhance the way the game is experienced? In this course, you’ll learn how to use MCreator to design simple mods that will customize your Minecraft experience into one that is uniquely yours. Like all Connected Camps programs, this class offers a project-based, exploratory classroom environment that sits at the intersection of learning and playing. After all, kids learn the most when they're having fun!

With mods, players can break the mold by adding new elements to a game such as items and recipes. We’ll teach you the essentials in crafting personalized, in-game objects and during the process you’ll get to explore the intricacies of how Minecraft really works.

Over the course of 2 months, you will:

— Use MCreator to mod and add custom objects, textures, and interactions.
— Walk through the process of creating, refining, and playtesting a basic Minecraft mod.
— Explore the foundations of vanilla Minecraft to get a deeper understanding on how the game works so you can design your own elements and interactions.
— Playtest your creations and use feedback from others to improve your design.

This is a course where you’ll learn the basics of modding through group discussions and personal experimentation. While you design, refine, and test run each mod, you’ll be adding a new level of gameplay to Minecraft based on your in-game knowledge. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to combine what you’ve learned to design even more mods in the future that’ll add a layer of complexity to your Minecraft experience. 

Best of all, the mods you create in class can be used and improved upon during your own independent play. The possibilities are endless!

PARENTS: 
Modding in Minecraft is a step up from normal play and allows students to customize the game by adding new elements. Your child will design unique mods based on preexisting game interactions by using their vast in-game knowledge to their advantage. Creating and implementing a mod successfully is a highly creative process and requires a lot of critical thinking and problem solving skills. 

This is an 8-session course that balances discussion time with plenty of hands-on experience so students can cement what they’re learning and explore the topics they're interested in. We combine Minecraft with education so your child can engage their passions as they have fun in a positive, interest-driven environment.