As schools across the globe prepare for Back to School and transition to hybrid, remote, and in-person learning models, educators are using Minecraft: Education Edition to keep learners active and connected. As part of our mission to assist teachers, students, and families in this unique transition Minecraft: Education Edition app is now available for download. Minecraft: Education Edition app is now available for Chromebooks.
Since Minecraft: Education Edition first became available to schools in 2016 educators from all over the world have been wondering when the platform would be made available to Chromebooks. We are thrilled to welcome educators from Chromebooks to the world of Minecraft and our global teaching community, in collaboration with the Google Education team!
This release of Minecraft Education Edition also features new features for users on all types of devices including Chromebooks, Windows, Mac, and iPads, to enable hybrid and remote learning in preparation for Back to School. We have eleven new STEM lessons, including the unique Minecraft world created in conjunction with the American Beekeeping Federation's Kids and Bees Program. This Minecraft world will introduce kids to honeybees and their pollination. These include new mobs such as bees, foxes and honey blocks, beehives, beehives. We've also updated our lesson library with tagged learning activities that makes it easier to find lessons.
How do I get Minecraft: Education Edition for Chromebooks
Chromebook, iPad, and Windows users will be upgraded automatically to the latest version of Minecraft: Education Edition, while Mac users need to install the updated version manually. Visit the Help Center for everything you should learn about starting with Minecraft Education Edition on Chromebook. The Chromebook version Minecraft: Education Edition has the same features as the other versions. Students can collaborate with one another using Chromebooks or iPads. This Chromebook deployment guide will guide you through the process of installing Minecraft: Education Edition on a group of Chrome devices.
You already have Minecraft: Education Edition access if your school is licensed with Microsoft 365 for Education (A3 and A5) Minecraft: Education Edition is licensed via annual subscriptions purchased through the Microsoft Store for Education via volume licensing agreements as well as through partner resellers. Logging in currently requires an account with a Microsoft account but we're working to allow users to log in with an account on Google account, too.
Teachers who are trying Minecraft: Education Edition for the first time on Chromebook can begin with online trainings, beginner lessons, and onboarding resources.
Minecraft Remote and Hybrid Learning
Minecraft Education Edition is an online game-based learning platform that helps students learn essential 21st century skills, like coding and creative problem-solving. A myriad of free lessons aligned with standards designs, design challenges and STEM curriculum are available in the game and online, in addition to flexible templates that allow teachers to create their own learning activities. Steve is blogging Minecraft encourages collaboration and student-led learning in a time where staying connected to the classroom may be of great importance. To download tools for teaching special lessons and other tools for remote and hybrid learning using Minecraft Education Edition visit our page on distance learning.
Teachers are hard at work to create inclusive classrooms. This can be difficult when students have to adjust to learning at home away from their familiar and social school environment. Minecraft: Education Edition helps to foster social-emotional learning by providing students and educators alike the chance to interact with one another in-game and work on projects together.
"We've developed new connections with students during this remote learning time," says James Protheroe, a Welsh educator and Minecraft Mentor. "They're working together in different ways, and it's strengthening the bonds between students and teachers. They can use Minecraft to understand the complexities of the world around them. They can discuss their thoughts and their reasoning to ease stress and learn in a safe and secure environment."
Teachers from more than 115 countries utilize Minecraft Education Edition to inspire their students to learn STEM by telling stories, look into the past and work on solving problems. Professional development and online trainings are offered, and certified Minecraft Mentors and Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts (MIEEs) provide assistance to teachers using Minecraft and classroom management. Through features like multiplayer, in-game coding and Immersive Reader, Minecraft: Education Edition presents an innovative learning experience that allows students to interact in a familiar gaming environment, with engaging learning content and opportunities to express their creativity.
Minecraft Education Edition is committed to supporting educators and students using the platforms as they adapt to new methods of teaching and learning. Chromebook users can use Minecraft Education Edition in many more schools and homes around the world. This lets students, educators, parents, and families to enjoy the learning through games and the fun that Minecraft offers when it is the most crucial.
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