$155
for 5 classes
Travel the World in Minecraft Camp: Exploring World History (Only Java Edition)
Completed by 18 learners
Ages 7-12
Live Group Class
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(586 reviews)
Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
3-10 learners per class
90 min
What's included
5 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
No external homework is needed, but the kids are welcome to add research after class time if they want.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Calling young architects and world travellers! Do you want to travel the world in Minecraft? In this five-day class, students will recreate historical structures from around the world. Students will learn about the structure, its country/culture, and its significance while “traveling” worldwide within the digital world of Minecraft. The student will also be building world monuments inside of Minecraft using Creative mode and prepare a presentation to share with classmates. Among their travels, students will visit countries such as Egypt, France, Italy, and China. They will research the country and its culture, along with major monuments. For example, a student visiting Italy may choose to research the Colosseum before building it in Minecraft. Another week, a student may visit China by studying the Great Wall and constructing it in Minecraft. 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. In addition to providing a fun experience students will learn how to: - Research a country/building’s history to better understand its culture - Execute their knowledge through building world monuments in Minecraft - Practice preparing and giving presentations on monuments - Develop negotiating skills when conflict arises in a group setting and engage in teamwork - Give instructions to others and accept feedback from teachers and peers alike - Use technology to accomplish goals Shortly after the end of the class, students will receive their Minecraft map. They can be proud of all the hard work they put into making it. 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:
Day 1 (1.5 hours)
- Meet their fellow students for the class and establish a relationship
- Learn about the theme for the week and do research on the topic online
- Establish a basic understanding of the building’s history and culture
Day 2 (1.5 hours)
- Use a Google Doc to collect information about the country’s culture and history about the monument. Begin constructing monuments.
Day 3 (1.5 hours)
- Continue building and conduct more research to put in their presentations. Students will peer-review each others’ research.
Day 4 (1.5hours)
- Depending on the students’ age, students will prepare a Google Slide OR verbal presentation to present to the class. They will practice before presentation time.
Day 5 (1.5hours)
- Wrap up their builds/presentation and present to their classmatesOther Details
Supply List
Students will need to download Minecraft Java Edition on the computer and Zoom. They will also need a microphone and a camera for video communication.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
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. Our teachers often have experience teaching both in person and online and many are pursuing or have received degrees in education.
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. She has travelled the world, visiting the countries of France, Germany, Monaco, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan. Her research topic is focusing on gaming and learning.
Teacher, Lindsay Heiser, is a graduate of Riverside City College with a degree in Film & Television production. She enjoys encouraging kids to be creative and to express themselves through the art of storytelling. Throughout her education, she has taken several college history courses and conducts her own research. She has played Minecraft since 2012 and is very skilled.Reviews
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