Minecraft: Timecraft (Hour of Code 2021)

Save the Future By Solving Mysterious Mishaps in Time!

Description

In this lesson, students will experience a choose-your-own-adventure game, exploring key moments in human achievement. Then, using their coding superpowers, students will save the future by solving mysterious mishaps in time!

Objectives

  • Understand the importance and benefits of computer science in all aspects of life.
  • Analyze and solve problems using algorithmic thinking and problem decomposition.
  • Practice computer science concepts such as sequences, events, loops and debugging.
  • Create coding solutions to successfully complete a task or solve a problem.
  • Recognize the expanded career connections offered through computer science.

Curriculum Connections Summary

  • Ontario - Mathematics (Algebra - Coding)
  • Quebec - Mathematics
  • New Brunswick - Mathematics
  • Nova Scotia - Mathematics
  • Alberta - Mathematics
  • British Columbia - ADST & Mathematics
  • Manitoba - Mathematics
  • Prince Edward Island - Mathematics
  • Saskatchewan - Mathematics
  • Newfoundland & Labrador - Mathematics
  • Yukon Territories - Follows B.C.'s Curriculum
  • Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
  • Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum


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