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Minecraft was used To Teach Children Molecular Chemistry

Minecraft used to teach children molecular chemical



5 November 2015



The game of virtual world building Minecraft is played by millions of kids across the globe could be used in schools to teach chemistry.
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A group of students from Hull University created an educational version of the game. It lets players explore molecular structures created specifically for them and understand the chemistry behind them.



Our goal is to engage young scientists in fun and interactive ways.



Minecraft players use building blocks to construct structures and landscapes.



They are also encouraged to gather treasures and other items.



'Fiendishly difficult'



Joel Mills, a Minecraft expert at the university as well as Dr Mark Lorch, a senior lecturer in biological chemical chemistry helped the students develop the project.



Dr Lorch said: "Minecraft is a fabulous tool to explore the structures of landscapes, buildings and even anatomy.



"So why not molecules? It was demonstrated to a class of children yesterday and there were many gasps and wonders.



"This grabs their attention. It is a really novel way of engaging them and providing information to them."



Students have come up with a variety of delights for children to explore and explore, aside from molecules and structures.



Dr Lorch said: "You can just explore and learn about the molecules. There are also many treasure chests scattered about which contain books, puzzles and other treasures.



Certain are easy to locate and others are more difficult to find. If you locate them all , you'll likely have learned a fair bit of chemistry along the way."



Outreach



Dr. Lorch also plays a part in engaging young people in science. She stated: "If they see this information in the Minecraft environment and are taught how to access it, they will be more likely to go to the website to find it."



The Hull team is currently playing the game, MolCraft, in secondary schools in London as part of a variety of outreach projects for universities.



It can also be utilized in primary schools for teaching fundamental science concepts, like how atoms are formed to make molecules.



It is also available on Minecraft's educational library , which includes versions for pupils as well as teachers.



This isn't the only time Minecraft has been used to get children involved with scientific topics.



A world has been developed to teach quantum physics and many schools in Northern Ireland are using an adapted version to inspire creative writing and engage young people in urban planning.



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