How to build an integrated STEM lesson using Minecraft
This sample STEM activity, demonstrates an approach to developing cognitive skills used when students solve a problem using Minecraft to design and build a sustainable house.
Additional details
Year band(s) | 5-6, 7-8 |
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Content type | Lesson ideas |
Format | Web page |
Keywords | STEM, Minecraft, Blooms Revised Taxonomy, Cognitive skills, Virtual Reality, Virtual world, Sustainable house |
Organisation | Monash University |
Copyright | 2018 Monash University. May be subject to Copyright Act statutory licence. |
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