Challenge
Science North, a Science Centre in Northern Ontario, wanted to offer creative programming as part of their summer camp that would allow both in-person and virtual campers to develop their game-based learning skills while having fun. It was also important to integrate an element of community into the exercise so that the campers would feel more connected and engaged.
Solution
Minecraft:Education Edition is a popular learning tool that most students are familiar with by using it in school or at home. Logics created a world using an exact replica of a 2 km x 2 km landmark (Bell Park) that the campers could enhance using a variety of suggested crafting tools. City councilor NPCs acted as guides who led the campers to various areas on land and water where they could build out their ideas. Accompanying training material was also developed for the camp counselors to easily lead the campers through the process including an overview of Minecraft:Education Edition.
Results
The campers were very engaged with this initiative, and it resulted in some incredible designs. They could work alone or in groups, which fostered teamwork and healthy competition. Science North was impressed by the likeness of the Minecraft:Education Edition World and the creativity of the campers, and the project was a welcome addition to the overall camp programming.
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