Minecraft Used To Teach Children Molecular Chemistry

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Minecraft used to teach children molecular chemistry



The virtual world-building game Minecraft, which is played by millions of children around the globe, could be used in schools to teach chemistry.



A group of students from Hull University created an educational version of the game. It allows players to explore molecular structures created specifically for them and understand chemistry. news for dummies



Our goal is to engage young scientists in fun and interactive ways.



Minecraft players use building blocks for landscapes and structure.



They are also encouraged and encouraged to collect treasures and other items.



'Fiendishly difficult'



Joel Mills, a Minecraft expert from the university, assisted the students in developing the project. Dr Mark Lorch, a senior lecturer on biological chemistry, also assisted the students.



Dr Lorch stated: "Minecraft can be used to explore structures in buildings, landscapes, and even anatomy." news for dummies



"So why not molecules?" We showed it to a class and they were astonished.



"This just really grabs their attention. It's a unique way to engage them and provide information to them.



The students have created a variety of surprises for children to discover, not only structures and molecules.



Dr Lorch said: "You can just explore and read the info about the molecules. There are also many treasure chests scattered about that contain puzzles, books, and goodies.



Some are easy to find, while others are difficult. You'll likely have learned quite a bit of chemistry if you can find them all.



Outreach



Dr Lorch has a responsibility to engage young people in science.



The Hull team is currently testing MolCraft in a number secondary schools in London as part university outreach projects.



It can also be used in primary schools for teaching basic science, such as how atoms are formed to make molecules.



It can also be found on Minecraft's educational library, which includes versions for teachers and pupils.



This is not the first time Minecraft has been used to engage children with scientific topics.



A world has been developed to teach quantum physics and many schools in Northern Ireland are using an adapted version to inspire creative writing and engage young people in city planning.



Unique Minecraft project for schools



25 March 2015



University of Hull