- Educators use the basics of Python, a text-based programming language, in Minecraft Education to build out coding knowledge to facilitate Python coding in the classroom
Upon completion of this module, you'll be able to:
Explain the functionality features of Minecraft Education and Code Builder.
Complete coding activities to demonstrate your understanding of Python coding using MakeCode Python in Minecraft Education.
Manipulate your own Python code to create or modify a unique outcome in Minecraft.
ISTE Standards for Educators:
- Educator - Designer
- Educator - Facilitator
- Educator - Learner
UNESCO Standards for Educators:
- Application of Digital skills
- Curriculum and Assessment
- Pedagogy
- Apply coding knowledge in Python, a text-based programming language, through Minecraft Education to facilitate Python coding in the classroom with students.
Upon completion of this module, you'll be able to:
- Create programs using Python coding concepts
- Support computer science instruction in the classroom using Minecraft Education
- Identify resources and content to teach Python in the classroom
ISTE Standards for Educators:
- Educator - Designer
- Educator - Facilitator
- Educator - Learner
UNESCO Standards for Educators:
- Application of Digital skills
- Curriculum and Assessment
- Pedagogy
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Syllabus
- Begin Python coding in Minecraft with MakeCode
- Introduction
- Understand the text-based programming language of Python
- Using MakeCode Python with Python 101
- Experience MakeCode Python coding in Minecraft
- Understand Python coding concepts taught in Python 101
- Module assessment
- Summary
- Build programs using Python coding in Minecraft
- Introduction
- Apply Python coding concepts to create programs in Minecraft
- Experience Python coding in a Minecraft lesson
- Module assessment
- Summary