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We have launched a new Minecraft Hour of Codeas a free demo of Minecraft: Education Edition available for Windows, macOS, and iPad. Learn the basics of computer science and explore artificial intelligence in just one hour! Program the Minecraft Agent to prevent forest fires, inspired by a real-world example of ‘AI for Good.’ Run an Hour of Code in your school and plan ahead for Computer Science Education Week next month. Visit aka.ms/minecrafthourofcode to get started!
LIBRARY UPDATE NOW AVAILABLE
The Library Update introduces a new, easy way to find lessons within Minecraft: Education Edition. Now you can browse for lessons, worlds, build challenges, and tutorials without having to leave the game. Learn more about the new features and how to get the update.
Get ready for Computer Science Education Week by watching this quick walkthrough of the new Hour of Code lesson for Minecraft: Education Edition. This video will show you everything you need to know to lead your students successfully through an Hour of Code.
Understanding what makes up a system and how parts interrelate is an important 21st century skill. Systems thinking is especially relevant for grasping concepts like AI or challenging your students to visualize a system within Minecraft. There are various types of systems such as the water cycle, photosynthesis, the circulatory system, or human-made systems like an electrical circuit, optical camera, or a political process. Check out the full build challenge.
