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Is Minecraft the Ultimate Educational Tool?

Minecraft might be good for more than just fun and games.

03/08/2013 | Rating NR

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Is Minecraft the Ultimate Educational Tool?

Season 2013 Episode 5 | 5m 56s

Minecraft might be good for more than just fun and games.

Some experts have brought Minecraft into the classroom, allowing teachers to customize lessons and students to engage with concepts in new ways. And while educational games aren't new, Minecraft has some unique advantages that could usher in a new direction in education. In the future, students across the world may spend their class time punching trees.

03/08/2013 | Rating NR

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Is Minecraft the Ultimate Educational Tool?

Season 2013 Episode 5 | 5m 56s

Some experts have brought Minecraft into the classroom, allowing teachers to customize lessons and students to engage with concepts in new ways. And while educational games aren't new, Minecraft has some unique advantages that could usher in a new direction in education. In the future, students across the world may spend their class time punching trees.

03/08/2013 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

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