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Communicating STEM through Minecraft

Hobbs, Laura; Bentley, Sophie; Stevens, Carly

Authors

Dr Laura Hobbs Laura5.Hobbs@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Research Fellow - CHSS - DAS

Sophie Bentley

Carly Stevens



Abstract

Science Hunters uses the computer game Minecraft to engage children with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, utilising elements such as an all-female core team to boost representation in STEM for girls, the accessibility and popularity of the game for appeal to children, and links to local places and features to embed context and relevance for participants.

Presentation Conference Type Presentation / Talk
Conference Name SciComm Southwest
Start Date Jun 21, 2019
Deposit Date Feb 12, 2022
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/9012979