{"id":7060,"date":"2024-10-29T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-29T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/?p=7060"},"modified":"2024-10-28T12:57:39","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T19:57:39","slug":"code-create-and-take-the-spotlight-minecrafts-hour-of-code-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2024\/10\/code-create-and-take-the-spotlight-minecrafts-hour-of-code-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Code, create, and take the spotlight: Minecraft\u2019s Hour of Code 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Minecraft\u2019s Hour of Code is back this year with a brand-new adventure! Let your students code, create, and take the spotlight with <em>Hour of Code 2024: The Show Must Go On!<\/em> In this bustling theater-themed lesson, students become the star coder, director, and creative mastermind. Solve puzzles and learn key computer science skills while saving the show!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through Minecraft\u2019s Hour of Code activities, students of all ages can dive into computer science in fun, interactive ways that spark creativity, develop problem-solving and critical thinking, and build a foundational knowledge of basic coding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"cta-block cta-block--align-right cta-block--has-image wp-block-msx-cta has-background has-dark-gradient-background\" data-bi-an=\"CTA Block\">\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta-block__image-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Students-play-Minecraft-in-class.png\" class=\"cta-block__image\" alt=\"Decorative. 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Together, with Code.org, we&#8217;ve brought programs like Minecraft Hour of Code to students around the world, making coding fun, accessible, and engaging. The impact has been huge with Minecraft Hour of Code reaching nearly 300 million sessions since 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"code-the-show-save-the-day-with-minecraft\">Code the show, save the day with Minecraft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into a vibrant theater world to help save the day in Minecraft\u2019s <em>Hour of Code 2024: The Show Must Go On!<\/em> In this new Hour of Code adventure, students will explore the theater to find the missing star, the Agent, while solving fun coding puzzles and interacting with lively characters. They will unlock hidden gags, customize the show, and plan an unforgettable performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Hour of Code: The Show Must Go On - Official Minecraft Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/sVUg9gcOjew?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In Minecraft\u2019s &#8220;<em>Hour of Code 2024: The Show Must Go On!<\/em>&#8221; students will solve coding puzzles while engaging with lively characters in a theater world.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can help the Agent overcome stage fright as they navigate backstage areas like the Dance Studio and Prop Department. For the grand finale, they will customize the stage show with their creative input and watch their coding skills come to life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this year\u2019s exciting Hour of Code experience, students will:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore the theater to find the missing Agent and help them find their coding confidence.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solve engaging coding puzzles throughout the venue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team up with the Agent to create the Minecraft Hour of Code Extravaganza.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share their unique vision and grand finale with their friends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Minecraft-Hour-of-Code-HOC-theater-audience.webp\" alt=\"Decorative. 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Each self-guided activity is approximately one hour long and can serve as a fun and creative introduction to coding and computer science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.minecraft.net\/en-us\/resources\/hour-code-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Generation AI<\/a>: Venture through time to create AI-powered inventions. Students learn about the principles of Responsible AI through problem solving, creativity, and computational thinking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.minecraft.net\/en-us\/resources\/hour-code-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Escape Estate<\/a>: Use coding and computational thinking to solve puzzles and escape from Dr. Breakowski&#8217;s mysterious mansion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.minecraft.net\/en-us\/resources\/hour-code-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minecraft Timecraft<\/a>: Travel back in time to save the future. Students choose their adventure and learn basic coding concepts to correct mysterious mishaps throughout history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/education.minecraft.net\/en-us\/resources\/hour-code-2020\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minecraft Tale of Two Villages<\/a>: Leverage the power of code to bring the two villages together. Students develop cooperation and empathy while learning computer science skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Students-playing-Minecraft-in-school.webp\" alt=\"Decorative. 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These resources can help you design meaningful tasks, set clear objectives, and effectively assess learning. Tailored for all experience levels, you can use these tools to incorporate Minecraft Education into your teaching practice and confidently lead your students through an Hour of Code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-chevron-right\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/education.minecraft.net\/en-us\/resources\/training-for-educators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore training for Minecraft educators<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore these popular resources to get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/microsoft.bigmarker.com\/series\/minecraft-education-training\/series_details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minecraft Education Teacher Academy<\/a>: This four-part series, led by Microsoft Certified Educator Michael Barrett, will teach you pedagogical strategies for planning, assessing, and structuring Minecraft Education activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/minecraft-trainer-academy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minecraft Trainer Academy<\/a>: This module guides you through best practices for preparing and facilitating Minecraft Education training for your organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/modules\/facilitate-minecraft-hour-code-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facilitate a Minecraft Hour of Code experience<\/a>: This module equips you to successfully lead an Hour of Code session using Minecraft Education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/minecraft-block-coding-academy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minecraft block coding academy<\/a>: This learning path teaches you how to use Minecraft Education to teach programming skills and concepts to learners at all levels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"deepen-learning-and-student-engagement-with-minecraft-education\">Deepen learning and student engagement with Minecraft Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With Minecraft Education, <a href=\"https:\/\/customers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/story\/1784373538001119627-kent-school-district-minecraft-primary-and-secondary-edu-k-12-en-united-states\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kent School District<\/a> students are building critical skills for the future, such as AI literacy and coding. Recognizing Minecraft Education\u2019s value, the district invested in scaled professional development to enable educators to effectively use this platform for teaching and learning. This initiative drove the integration of Minecraft Education across the curriculum in subjects ranging from chemistry and geography to library use as well as computer classes and English Language Arts (ELA). Since incorporating Minecraft Education as part of their Microsoft licensing agreement, Kent School District has seen a significant increase in student engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Building Digital Literacy Across the Curriculum with Minecraft Education\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/QdGuQIbd3Rc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Watch how middle school teacher Mike Cline incorporates AI learning into his geography class with Minecraft Education.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msxcm-kicker-container\">\n\t<div class=\" wp-block-msxcm-kicker-block wp-block-msxcm-kicker--align-right\" data-bi-an=\"Kicker Right\">\n\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-msxcm-kicker__title small text-neutral-400 text-uppercase\">\n\t\t\tEnhancing student engagement\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t<a\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-msxcm-kicker__cta btn btn-link p-0 text-decoration-none\"\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/customers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/story\/1784373538001119627-kent-school-district-minecraft-primary-and-secondary-edu-k-12-en-united-states\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\t\t>\n\t\t\t<span>Read the full story<\/span> <span class=\"glyph-append glyph-append-xsmall wp-block-msxcm-kicker__glyph glyph-append-go\"><\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEvery single time I use Minecraft, it makes my job easier,\u201d says Mike Cline, an educator with Kent School District. \u201cI see my students doing what they love and being creative. 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