Using Minecraft to engage children with science learning

Hobbs, L.K.

Abstract

Minecraft is beloved of thousands of teens and pre-teens across the country, but it seems to have a particular fascination for young people who have Asperger's and similar conditions.

The power of Minecraft is now being harnessed to help children with SEND and other barriers to accessing Higher Education. Dr Laura Hobbs coordinates the Science Hunters project at Lancaster University, which engages children with science using Minecraft, including a fortnightly Minecraft club with the National Autistic Society.

Laura is a science communicator with a research background in volcanology, who specialises in making science learning more accessible to under-served groups. She's written for us today all about her project.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Feb 3, 2017
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 2017
• Journal: Special Needs Jungle
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: Minecraft, engage, children, science learning
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/902199
• Publisher URL: https://specialneedsjungle.com/minecraft-children-science-learning/