Science of Minecraft: Chemistry and Physics: Gamers Social Club/Home School
What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
Are you looking for an engaging and interactive way for your child to learn about science, chemistry, and physics? Our program, "Science of Minecraft: Chemistry & Physics," uses the popular video game Minecraft as a virtual laboratory to teach kids about STEM topics through design, crafting, and testing experiments. In this program, students will explore physics concepts such as potential and kinetic energy, speed, acceleration, and gravity. They will also learn about atoms, molecules, and elements in chemistry labs, experiment with the periodic table, and create compounds using molecules to witness fascinating reactions like sparklers, glowsticks, and floating balloons. This 6 week course is designed for students that are between 9 to 14 years old and is perfect for all skill levels as no prior experience is required. Our student-centered learning approach and collaborative projects encourage learners to engage and learn in a fun and interactive way. Our program focuses on teaching the following topics: - Understanding chemistry with a focus on atoms, molecules, and elements - Exploring physics with a focus on potential and kinetic energy, speed, acceleration, and gravity - Creating Minecraft-based lab work focused on the periodic table and learning about chemical reactions - Learning how Minecraft can be used to build with concepts like physics in mind - Learning how Minecraft can be used to experiment with elements, explore the periodic table, and create chemical reactions Each week, our class structure is focused on the specific topic of study. Students will participate in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects to help reinforce their understanding of these concepts. We will also use visual aids such as slides to keep our classes engaging and informative. We encourage open discussions, questions, and feedback to create a positive and collaborative learning environment. Week 1: the students will learn about chemistry and compounds and after the lesson the student will get into a secure Minecraft Education Server and start experiments with elements. Week 2: the students will learn about meta materials and assembling compounds in Minecraft and then will brainstorm a 5 week long build project for a laboratory and start building it. Week 3: the students will learn about physics concepts and add roller coasters to their large group project. Week 4: The students will learn about collaboration and working together as a team. They will take both what they learning in their chemistry lessons and their physics lessons and add cool elements to their project. Week 5: They will continue added details and elements to their project Week 6: The students will add finishing touches to their project and review they concepts they learned in this fun 6 week program. Our teaching style is based on providing an interactive and engaging experience for all students. We aim to make learning fun and meaningful. Students will have plenty of opportunities to interact with each other through collaborative projects, group discussions, and Minecraft-based activities. No prior experience is necessary for this course. We welcome students of all skill levels who are curious about science and want to explore these fascinating topics in a fun and interactive way. Join us for the "Science of Minecraft: Chemistry & Physics" and watch as your child's curiosity about science, chemistry, and physics comes to life through virtual simulations and Minecraft-based experiments!
Learning Goals
- Become familiar with chemistry with a focus on atoms, molecules and elements
- Understand physics with a focus on potential and kinetic energy, speed, acceleration and gravity
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We use Minecraft Education Edition and students will be work on a secure server during this program.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$120
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-16 learners per class