Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born.

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STEM Learning Science Learning Outcomes 197

eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2016

And not just in any video game, but one of the more popular games of all time, Minecraft, a LEGO-meets 8-bit open world game played by millions worldwide. As Stevens put it: “We’re taking a game and applying or utilizing its gameplay in some way to teach” in what’s called “game-based learning.”.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2018

From additional Learning Tools for OneNote to a new way to use Minecraft: Education Edition , these new developments stem directly from the needs of Microsoft’s most important consumers. “[The Office 365 Updates Drive Personalized Learning. Personalized learning was the major thread connecting Office 365 updates.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

As a society ever more reliant on technology and STEM-based careers, we must shatter the myth that math skill is inborn and reinforce that it is the result of intention and practice. Sounds odd, doesn’t it? Now reread the same cartoon, substituting “math” for “reading.” Suddenly it doesn’t seem so absurd. But it should!

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Math Beliefs STEM Motivation 167

Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2019

Despite popular myth, games actually discourage negative behaviors, benefit mental health and improve social skills. Of course, not all games are created equal. Certain elements are consistently present in quality games and quality learning tools. The best games are just fun, and the learning is almost invisible.

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Teaching Students Motivation Skills 167