Cracking the Code: Engaging Students in Coding Challenges with Minecraft Education
Seattle Convention Center - 604
Embark on an introductory journey to Minecraft Education! This enlightening presentation takes a comprehensive look at utilizing Minecraft in the classroom, culminating in an extensive discussion on strategies for teaching coding skills. Gain valuable insights through real-life examples, content connections, and standards integration of block-based coding. Explore design challenges aligned with curricular goals and discover the motivating potential of gamification. Whether you're a coding enthusiast or new to Minecraft, join us to witness the transformative power of coding challenges with Minecraft Education. This lecture-based session provides essential insights into the rationale behind incorporating Minecraft in education, serving as a compelling resource for educators eager to grasp the principles and benefits of integrating coding challenges.
50-minute Session
Accessibility, Blended Learning, Coding, Computer Science, Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Gaming, Media/Information Literacy, Microsoft, Robotics, Special Education, STEM/STEAM, Teacher Librarian
Administration, All Educators, Curriculum Specialists, ELL/ESL, Gifted/Talented, Instructional Technology/Technology Coaches, Postsecondary, Second/Foreign Language Educators, Special Education Teachers, Teacher-Librarians
All levels
All Grade Levels
Presented by
Director of eLearning
NCCE
Michael currently works as NCCE’s Director of e-Learning. He enjoys working closely with administrators, teachers, students, and businesses as they learn to blend the best of face-to-face instruction with digital technology integration. Michael is a Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator, Google for Education administrator, and digital learning enthusiast. When Michael isn’t working one-on-one with teachers and students, he can be found featured as a Top e-Learning Author, the largest online community of professionals involved in the eLearning industry.