Today we learned about using Minecraft as an educational tool. She along with a few students came to walk us through how to play Minecraft EDU and how it differs from the standard version.

We learned how the game modes are different and the various features that each includes.

Some of the students gave anecdotes on how they found inspiration for future careers and their current artwork in the game.

I found it most inspirational when the teacher spoke about how they studied different civilization types in the game. I really see the application for this.

Overall, I see some pros for using Minecraft but overall it is more screen time and a videogame at that. I am still undecided if I would use it.