Coding & Tech
Virtual Birthday Party in Minecraft in the Private Server (Java Edition Only)
In this virtual birthday party, our experienced teachers will help lead participants in a variety of activities and games in a private, protected Minecraft server!
120 minutes
per class
Meets once
7-12
year olds
1
learner per class
per learner
How does a “One-Time” class work?
Meets once at a scheduled time
Live video chat, recorded and monitored for safety and quality
Great for exploring new interests and different styles of teachers
How Outschool Works
Available Times
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Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Description
Class Experience
00:00 - 00:15 Everyone gets set up and logged into their accounts and the private server. 00:15 - 00:30 The teacher introduces the theme and the map. Participants are given a goal, a game, or a challenge to complete. 00:30 - 01:45 Everyone plays! 01:45 - 02:00 Visit each other’s buildings/challenges, finish up their games, and wrap up their creations. Sing the birthday song!
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. Everyone’s computer must be strong enough to run both Minecraft and Zoom at the same time.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
2 hours per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Please do not share the passwords to PDL accounts to anyone outside of the party. This ensures that the server will remain safe and secure for all participants. PDL Class Policy 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. When in a Playful Digital Learning class, please respect your instructor and other students. - Follow the teacher’s instructions - Do not destroy buildings of other students - Be polite and kind when suggesting or criticizing ideas - 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: Kicked or temporarily banned 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. Please note that the Minecraft server may also be temporarily turned off while students are doing other tasks (such as writing or discussing).
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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...