Math in Minecraft

Popularity of computer games is growing day by day: children and even adults can spend hours in front of a computer. It makes us wonder how to turn this passion for video games into learning? 

Secret of successful learning is to combine what children like with what contributes to their development. The main challenge here is to make them interested and to keep this interest. What else but a legendary game will help with this task?

Minecraft is one of the most popular and one of the best selling games of all times, which gathers a huge game community and offers many opportunities in learning various fields.

A large number of people around the world use Minecraft for educational purposes: from courses at universities which are dedicated to study and develop artificial intelligence, to schools and summer camps. This popular computer game is also used in studying fields such as chemistry, physics, math and even history and many others!

Do you want to introduce your child to basic math and develop logical thinking – enroll them in the “Math in Minecraft”, designed for children from 6 to 8 years old. We will increase cognitive interest and intellectual abilities of children, so that it will be easy for them to adapt to school load.

Who is this course for?

• Numbers and digits. Number comparison
• Quick calculations using grouping method
• Connection between addition and subtraction. Calculation practice
• Area. Area calculation
• Multiplication
• Division
• Area and volume
• Multiplication up to 100. Consolidate knowledge
• Measuring area objects
• Measuring length. Unit measurement
• Volume measuring
• Ratios

1. Learn the basic concepts of math.
2. Get practical skills of mathematical calculations using gaming tasks.
3. Develop logical thinking.

The course, which consists of 3 months, is suitable for preschool children since it includes math sections for younger students. Program is oriented on development of logical thinking, creative skills of children and their interest in math. 

During the classes children:

• will learn the topics such as numbers and digits, ratios and unit measurements
• will learn to solve problems on addition and subtraction, multiplication and division
• will learn how to calculate area and volume
• and many others.

During the course most of the attention will be paid to the development of soft skills. During the lessons it is important to work in a team and communicate as professionals in groups. For example, based on the acquired knowledge and skills, students will develop a creative group project: house building. In addition, during the process of the team work on projects, students will develop leadership skills, creativity, time management, problem solving and decision-making skills. 

For a successful class, your child will need a computer or laptop with pre-installed software, internet access (recommended connection speed - at least 20 Mbit/sec), headphones and additional equipment for better sound quality - a microphone or headset. Please make sure you have a stable internet connection before you start the course.

You must have a computer that meets certain requirements to successfully complete the course. Please make sure your laptop is suitable for the course. You can find it out in our recommendations.

We will provide instructions for installing the software required for the course, which you can open by clicking here. Please follow the step-by-step instructions to install the software. If you have any questions or problems during the installation process, please contact your manager or course instructor.

We are proud of the success of each student who has completed our course and therefore issue a personal certificate from CODDY at the end of the course. This certificate is a proof of the achievements and efforts invested in the course and can be used to build the student's portfolio.