#MinecraftEDU Archive
This chat is dedicated to showing teachers how to use the game MineCraft as a teaching tool and educational experience.
Tuesday June 20, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Q0: Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat. Please introduce yourself: name, role, location, favourite discipline of science?
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Q0: Welcome to
#MinecraftEDU
Chat. Please introduce yourself: name, role, location, favorite discipline of science?
Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Justin from the Jersey Shore, Aspiring School Leader - Chemistry
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scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Megan, PL person, Aust, Physics :D
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MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT
A0: Mark, Teacher/Dad/Husband, Poconos, Math (Maths if you're in the UK)
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In reply to @MGrundel
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
A0: Noa, MS sci T from Israel. Staying up late, cause summer break started today! Yeay!
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jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
A1: Justin, tech T in
#wwprsd
NJ - biology
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mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hey Noa :)
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In reply to @supervxn
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hey! Stayed up to meet you. What time is it there?
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In reply to @scienceninjagal
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Congrats on your break! We go until this Friday. :/
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In reply to @supervxn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hey Mark! It was great seeing you in NYC about a month ago. Hope to meet up again! Thanks for joining the chat
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In reply to @MgHelio
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Justin - Tech T in
#wwprsd
NJ - biology.
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MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
You as well! Are you going to be at ISTE?
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In reply to @MGrundel
BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A0 - Hi I'm Ben from Canada! My fav science discipline and University Degree is Biochemistry! Mount Allison University Baby!
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hi! Nice to catch up with my US
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#PLN
In reply to @mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi all. Steve- I teach game design and development at William Annin Middle School, NJ -chatting while working on
#iste17
pres
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AnIowaTeacher
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Darin, reading language arts teacher from Iowa. Favorite strand of science: physics
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mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
BEN!
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In reply to @BBTNB
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Welcome Justin. I too am an aspiring school leader, but find the role of teacher-leader to be quite rewarding
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In reply to @Clymer_Edu
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hey Buddy :) See you in a few days!
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In reply to @MgHelio, @MGrundel
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Where are you exactly?
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In reply to @MgHelio
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
NJ in the house :)
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In reply to @jdolci
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Yay! Happy Summer, I feel like the study of planet orbits has a bit to do with Astronomy.
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In reply to @supervxn
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Absolutely...have 2 represent!
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In reply to @MGrundel, @supervxn
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
So convenient for you. It's 3 am here....
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In reply to @scienceninjagal
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Welcome Justin! Glad to have you in. I was just at WWPRSD a few weeks ago w/
@rcave
and ALan Johnson for the tech meet up
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Hey Darin! Great to hve you in.
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In reply to @AnIowaTeacher
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Nice 2 see you again! I took your advice from last night's
#edtechchat
& decided 2 hop on
#MinecraftEdu
chat
In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Dedicated! I'd do the same if this was on at 3am! :)
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In reply to @supervxn, @scienceninjagal
jvanscoyoc
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
A0 Jestin, HS science, Earth Science rocks!
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Nice... I'm Coming to NYC Aug 2. right before
@minefaire
NC.
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In reply to @MgHelio, @minefaire
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A0: Mark Grundel from NJ, former 5th Grade Teacher and now Director of Operations. Favorite Science = Hedonology?
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
You won't be sorry. Great ppl, resources and tips.
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In reply to @jdolci, @MgHelio
AnIowaTeacher
Jun 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Woot on summer break!! :)
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In reply to @supervxn
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
That's awesome! Hopefully I will get to meet you if you stop by the district again!
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In reply to @MGrundel, @rcave
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Hahaha, earth science rocks! Bueno! I was always a Chemistry guy, but now I love Physics,
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In reply to @jvanscoyoc
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Don't think I'l make it to
@minefaire
at NC, but I'm hoping for DC and Philly.
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In reply to @supervxn, @minefaire, @minefaire
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
I help facilitate a camp at the Millstone River School in Plainsboro as well.
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In reply to @jdolci, @rcave
AnIowaTeacher
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Tweeting from a swim meet!
#alwaysachallege
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In reply to @MGrundel
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT
#scienceteachersrock
!!!
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jvanscoyoc
Jun 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT
A0 Jestin, HS science, Earth Science rocks!
#minecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@mgrundel
will also be at
#minefaireDC
and
#minefairePHL
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In reply to @MgHelio, @supervxn, @minefaire, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Huzzah for
@minefaire
DC and Philly. And yes, Huzzah to NC as well, but sadly, I will not be there.
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In reply to @MgHelio, @supervxn, @minefaire, @minefaire
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Are you kidding me? That's my school! How long are you there?
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In reply to @MGrundel, @rcave
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT
:-( I was hoping to meet ppl face to face...
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In reply to @MgHelio, @minefaire
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1: What's one science concept you could (or have) explored with Minecraft?
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Q1: What's one science concept you could (or have) explored with Minecraft?
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: Being a physics guy, I would like to see a particle accelerator built. Maybe
@MineGageEdu
can start building!
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT
In Israel, MS sci Ts teach everything: bio, chem and physics. Multi tasking...
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In reply to @MGrundel, @jvanscoyoc
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: So as I said 2
@supervxn
&
@MeenooRami
, I'm
#late2thegame
w
#MinecraftEdu
. Thinking a bit of physics.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
I have had Ss create projects of atoms in
#MinecraftEDU
here is a link to a video of one Ss.
https://t.co/E7zY07Z1gA
jvanscoyoc
Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1
#minecraftEDU
I'd like to make convection cells - show up in so many earth science topics
Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: Chemistry - learning how to mix solutions with minecraft potions...not sure if it's possible, but maybe one day!
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Won't be where? There are 3 places in your tweet....
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In reply to @MGrundel, @MgHelio, @minefaire
BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1 - I have a Scientific Method
#MinecraftEDU
Lab coming thanks to the great idea by
@dkiang
! Soon, real soon!
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Not a science guy, but maybe density? Ex: What's the density of iron ore at Y = 40 to 50?
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In reply to @MGrundel
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Nice, I need it for next year. Teaching energy. We can brainstorm to develop lessons.
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In reply to @jdolci, @MeenooRami
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
I will be at DC and Philly, no NC :-( So I will miss you, but if you are in NYC Aug 2, we should meet up, I am not far.
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In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Gravity, types of rocks, cells, digestive system. Lots of things!
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BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Yes! Chemistry is a direction that
#MinecraftEDU
should target for sure!
Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1: Chemistry - learning how to mix solutions with minecraft potions...not sure if it's possible, but maybe one day!
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supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I don't follow... What do you mean Y=40 to 50?
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In reply to @MgHelio, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
That is excellent, I used to do math (or Maths) problems with how strong Steve is, relates perfectly with Density.
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In reply to @MgHelio
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT
I was there too! We must've crossed paths & didn't know it.
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Planning on going in too. Would be cool 2 meet
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In reply to @MGrundel, @rcave
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Nice! This is my opening lesson. When is soon? Could you plz share it?
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In reply to @BBTNB, @dkiang
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
I am game!
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In reply to @supervxn, @MeenooRami
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Many mods allow this, + there is the mixing of water with lava and creating obsidian, or clay, or stone, many mixtures/brews
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In reply to @Clymer_Edu
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
The depth of block. Level 40 to 50.
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In reply to @supervxn, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
What is a convection cell? Sounds amazing but more biological than earth science to me. Please explain
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In reply to @jvanscoyoc
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Cell structure and function. Thanks to
@BBTNB
for the idea.
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In reply to @scienceninjagal, @BBTNB
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
I assume that's the digestive system built by diff Ss?
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In reply to @scienceninjagal
BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT
I want to have it ready really bad before
#ISTE17
for
@PlayCraftLearn
It depends how much time I can find in the next 3 days!
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In reply to @supervxn, @dkiang, @PlayCraftLearn
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
You'll meet lots of great people. Just not Mark and Mark :)
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In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
If you're landing in NYC, some of us could easily meet up for lunch or something. That's really close.
#alwaysnetworking
#minecraftedu
In reply to @supervxn, @minefaire
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
When is Philly
@minefaire
?
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In reply to @MGrundel, @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire, @minefaire
AnIowaTeacher
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Then, after you sciencey people do this stuff, we write about the process! :)
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
I will try to be there when we run a
#MinecraftEDU
camp, we are in the A wing.
In reply to @jdolci, @rcave
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A1: Redstone is great for studying electricity / electric currents - my daughter and I are presenting on that at
#iste17
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MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
You can meet Mark, Mark, and the funky Bunch!
#Couldntresist
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In reply to @mr_isaacs, @supervxn, @minefaire
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Hey all
#minecraftedu
! Cynthia here from Canada 🇨🇦
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A.1 Different types of wood, i.e., Birch wood.
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In reply to @MGrundel
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Hey buddy :)
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In reply to @Mrs_Gozzard
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Philly
@minefaire
= Oct 14 and 15 at Greater Philadelphia Convention Center in Oaks, PA.
@mr_isaacs
can hook you up w/ info
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In reply to @jdolci, @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire, @minefaire, @mr_isaacs
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
That's excellent!
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And sustainability of a tree farm as well!
In reply to @Cleverlychangin, @MGrundel
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
This is so exciting! How old is she to do this kind of presentation
#MinecraftEdu
?
In reply to @mr_isaacs
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT
October 14-15
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In reply to @jdolci, @MGrundel, @supervxn, @minefaire
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
My daughter and I have been exploring "Redstone in the Real World"
#MinecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Yeah, but density of solids doesn't change. Increasing volume increases mass also.
@scienceninjagal
Am missing something?
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In reply to @MgHelio, @MGrundel, @scienceninjagal
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: The cost benefit! It is so versatile to use in so many subjects and relatively cheap in comparison to many other materials
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mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Redstone in the real world...
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jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
TY! I'll put it on my calendar!
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In reply to @MgHelio, @MGrundel, @supervxn, @minefaire
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2: No worries about blowing up the chemistry lab. No mess to clean up ever...
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In reply to @MGrundel
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Sounds great! Yes lots of detail & possibility for exploring w/ redstone
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In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
Does that power your House?
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In reply to @mr_isaacs
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT
What is the amperage on that baby?
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In reply to @mr_isaacs
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
DM When you know if it'll be TH or F. I have a few things 2 do but not specific 2 any day
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In reply to @MGrundel, @rcave
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
#MinecraftEDU
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
In#MinecraftEDU students lead and take ownership over their science lessons, which are automatically rooted so kids are eager to learn more.
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
I was going with density of Iron as it relates to how many iron ore per 1000 blocks (10 by 10 by 10) of space.
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In reply to @supervxn, @MGrundel, @scienceninjagal
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Summer just started last Fri, so my sched is pretty free
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In reply to @supervxn, @MeenooRami
BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2 - Perks - Unlimited distilled water and flame. Care free explosions and quirky elements just like the real periodic table!
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jvanscoyoc
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2
#minecraftEDU
open "sandbox" and w/o safety issues, iteration cost and speed (usually) is better in game
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: Science should be hands on and real.
#MinecraftEDU
adds another level or reality and depth to the learning
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
No answer for general sci. Depends on the topic and goals. Aside from experiments, it's the next best "hands-on" activity.
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
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chellymil
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Late but here!
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Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2 Kids have some level of control and can choose so it creates an exciting environment, that they can build upon later.
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Hahaha, I have this toy hanging up in my room at work! What's great is you can take the blocks out to make stop-action movies
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In reply to @BBTNB
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Oh... Now I get it, thanks!
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In reply to @scienceninjagal, @MgHelio, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT
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In reply to @BBTNB
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2: Other than the adaptability 2 a specific goal, Ss familiarity w
#MinecraftEdu
is a huge benefit.
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2: It's engaging & accessible for most Ss. No mess. Safe. 3D representations/models.
#MinecraftEdu
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
If you need to brainstorm, I'd love to.
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In reply to @BBTNB, @dkiang, @PlayCraftLearn
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A2 One thing's for sure, the clean up is a cinch
#MinecraftEDU
you also need less physical materials, which is cost effective.
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Materials in
#MinecraftEDU
are way more affordable and accessible. And Ss can more easily test and iterate their experiments
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In reply to @supervxn
BacNguyen2
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2:
#MinecraftEdu
make science become easy to teach and use
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Absolutely! Choice is such a prominent factor!
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In reply to @Cleverlychangin
Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft allows the learning to continue beyond the school day.
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
Yay Welcome to the hour long
#MinecraftEDU
party!
In reply to @chellymil
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT
YES!
#breakingdownthewalls
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In reply to @Clymer_Edu
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Sure thing. No idea where I'm staying yet. But will know soon. I'll also be in Philadelphia Jul 28th-30th.
#alwaysnetworking
#minecraftedu
In reply to @MgHelio, @minefaire
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Also, I like Ss can come back & keep working on things, or work from home.
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In reply to @Cleverlychangin
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Very Well Stated! I love the building upon later. Many experiments Ss do not have access to later, but much easier in
#MinecraftEDU
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2 Kids have some level of control and can choose so it creates an exciting environment, that they can build upon later.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q2: What are the benefits of using Minecraft over another tool/method to do science?
#MinecraftEDU
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
The computerized version is much safer too.
#MinecraftEDU
mr_isaacs
Jun 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT
My daughter and I have been exploring "Redstone in the Real World"
#MinecraftEDU
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Yes! It's intriguing, much more relevant & novel 2 them!
#minecraftedu
In reply to @scienceninjagal
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
How did the Ss explain their models?
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In reply to @scienceninjagal, @BBTNB
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A2:
#minecraftedu
is a comprehensive tool w many avenues for learning many tools aren't as multifaceted. Some others are one stop shop
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Also, doesn't take up space in the classroom.
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In reply to @MGrundel
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Cool!
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In reply to @scienceninjagal
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Yes, by allowing Ss to design and create scientific ideas/concepts, makes it much more tangible!
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MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Materials in
#MinecraftEDU
are way more affordable and accessible. And Ss can more easily test and iterate their experiments
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In reply to @supervxn
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Lots of options. In person, screencasting/narrating, or screenshot with written explanations. I prefer videos/screencasting.
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In reply to @supervxn, @BBTNB
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT
I ❤️ that
#MinecraftEdu
is engaging & interactive. It makes the lesson much more balance because I find myself learning from my students too
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What are the disadvantages of using tools like
#MinecraftEDU
to teach the sciences? Can we overcome these?
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What are the disadvantages of using tools like
#MinecraftEDU
to teach the sciences? Can we overcome these?
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
One day, I believe all maps will be simple and easy to convert and can easily move between platforms!
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Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft allows the learning to continue beyond the school day.
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jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
EST...5 or 6 hours behind you?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @supervxn, @MeenooRami
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Me too! Any tool you recommend?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @BBTNB
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Oh, I am 20 min from Philly, lets get together then!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Would love 2 join in as well...if y'all don't mind.
#alwaysnetworking
#alwaysup4meetingcooleds
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @supervxn, @MgHelio, @minefaire
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Exactly. That's excellent.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
One day, I believe all maps will be simple and easy to convert and can easily move between platforms!
#MinecraftEDU
Clymer_Edu
Jun 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2: Minecraft allows the learning to continue beyond the school day.
#MinecraftEdu
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: Some Ss haven't used
#minecraftedu
b4, and some just hate it. The 1st bunch need time to learn and the 2nd need substitute activities.
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What are the disadvantages of using tools like
#MinecraftEDU
to teach the sciences? Can we overcome these?
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Very true. Shouldn't be 'forcing' Ss to use MC, then it's work & not fun.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @supervxn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
I'm surprised that no one has mentioned
#compsci
w/ new
#CodeBuilder
from
@MSMakeCode
Makes this form of science very tangible
#MinecraftEDU
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
YES! Choice in any learning experience is key 2 meet Ss where they are & want 2 go.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @supervxn
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
I use
@sway
and
@Office365
MIX.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @BBTNB, @sway, @Office365
BBTNB
Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3 - Access to computers is harder than science labs....nope...hmmmm Price? nope..... hmmmm Safety? nope......Still thinking
#MinecraftEDU
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A3: Gravity really doesn't work correctly... Teaching Pi in math is difficult/almost impossible.
#MinecraftEdu
Don't know if we can fix.
In reply to @MGrundel
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Ok..So, I need a few days 2 actually learn
#MinecraftEdu
so I don't make a total fool of myself in our convo
#valuingvulnerability
In reply to @supervxn, @MeenooRami
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A3: 1 disadvantage is size. If I want to build something to scale, I may need to make it very large, which is time intensive
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: Schools deal with tech issues and disparity between buildings M:EE that works across all W10 platforms is helping
#minecraftedu
use
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A3: Not everything can be built in
#MinecraftEDU
or may require a Mod, which is beyond most Ts. Community can overcome/share
#MinecraftEDU
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I thought that was
#outofbounds
or
#captainobvious
.
#kidwhodoesntwant2speakup
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @MSMakeCode
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I mentioned that in a
#MSFTEduChat
an hour ago.
#teacherspet
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @MSMakeCode
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I still want to use
@MSMakeCode
@gotynker
@scratch
#MinecraftEDU
for sci. Haven't a clue how... Any thoughts?
In reply to @MGrundel, @MSMakeCode, @MSMakeCode, @gotynker, @scratch
chellymil
Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
I think a big challenge is also wifi for the entire class to be on at the same time
#MinecraftEdu
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Honestly, just jump in. I feel like
#MinecraftEDU
you can never be the expert in all areas of the game/tool
In reply to @jdolci, @supervxn, @MeenooRami
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Ss need time to build larger projects opportunities for collaboration in M:EE is great for this team approach to
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
For MS Science, maybe use the Sphere command and create hollow sphere for eyeballs?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MSMakeCode, @gotynker, @scratch
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A3: Some schools struggle w/ access to reliable tech/internet. Also some don't want to invest $$ into
#MinecraftEdu
vs science equipment
BacNguyen2
Jun 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
Material...nope too
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @BBTNB
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
I plan 2! Did that w
#Scratch
.. always love when Ss teach.
#valuingvulnerability
#honoringstudents
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @supervxn, @MeenooRami
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Try
#minecraftedu
for a bit to explore the options, watch some videos, and start thinking of lessons. You should trust your T instincts.
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @jdolci, @MeenooRami
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Connectivity is a constant issue with tech. Using LAN lines for when wifi is down I find to be a limited but effective option
#minecraftEDU
In reply to @chellymil
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
That's the plan 2morrow..I am
#greenbehindtheears
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @MGrundel, @supervxn, @MeenooRami
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A3. Ss can get carried away, but balance and other resources help them learn and expand multi-dimensional concepts.
#MinecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: Some Ss haven't used
#minecraftedu
b4, and some just hate it. The 1st bunch need time to learn and the 2nd need substitute activities.
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q3: What are the disadvantages of using tools like
#MinecraftEDU
to teach the sciences? Can we overcome these?
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q4: How could you use Minecraft to conduct or simulate science experiments?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q4: How could you use Minecraft to conduct or simulate science experiments?
#MinecraftEDU
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
No pi because everything is square. We could approximate it, but won't be the same.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Tether phone to connect and then disconnect phone. Cannot use multiplayer, but you are on.
#MinecraftEDU
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Connectivity is a constant issue with tech. Using LAN lines for when wifi is down I find to be a limited but effective option
#minecraftEDU
In reply to @chellymil
BacNguyen2
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
you can buy a repeater to solve this problem.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @chellymil
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Nice... Except they took out senses from the curriculum in Israel. Shame...
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @MSMakeCode, @gotynker, @scratch
jdolci
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
TY! That was
@MeenooRami
advice. I am so excited 2 learn! Feels exhilarating!
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @supervxn, @scienceninjagal, @MeenooRami, @MeenooRami
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Great Q! I'll be writing the answers down.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q4: How could you use Minecraft to conduct or simulate science experiments?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
So classic experiment, woudl involve farming, w/ water and irigation and different types of plants or soils.
#MinecraftEDU
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A4: Experimental probability vs Theoretical probability with getting sapplings from trees. (1/2)
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Another challenge it can be advantageous 2 have projects that are prewritten so we can quantify effectiveness w/ real results.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Could do the same w/ drop rates of many items/blocks. Like apples. Oh, or compare nutritional value of foods w/ energy.
#MinecraftEDU
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A4: Experimental probability vs Theoretical probability with getting sapplings from trees. (1/2)
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4: Wiki says should be 1/20 to get sapling. (theoretical) But after 10 trees and X leaves, what is experimental prob? (2/2)
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4: And of course circuitry w/ Redsone, starting w/ open and closed circuits.
#MinecraftEDU
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Did a gravity exp similar to this
#MinecraftEdu
https://t.co/yB9Ur87nYn
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Just finished the video! Very interesting, what would Galileo say?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Nice... You have to have an independent variable. Would diff tools changes the outcome? I have no idea.
#minecraftedu
newbie.
In reply to @MgHelio, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Also depends on what you use to break leaves, shears, etc.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
This video is awesome.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Try it with the animals. Chickens fall really slow!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @Cleverlychangin
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
What if we put the anvil, player, and stone block in a vacuum? Would the player still win?
#MinecraftEDU
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A4: Did a gravity exp similar to this
#MinecraftEdu
https://t.co/yB9Ur87nYn
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Good question. Unknown, but I'm guessing (hypothesizing) not.
#MinecraftEdu
#goingtochecktomorrow
In reply to @supervxn, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Kind of makes sense, chickens have feathers. What about baby vs. adult chickens?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @Cleverlychangin
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
I'm not sure.... it can lead to tons of misconceptions.
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @scienceninjagal
Mrs_Gozzard
Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
I think I may do some more exploration myself around redstone this summer
#MinecraftEDU
seems like such a valuable tool that I want to learn
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Yes, the chickens flap their wings, to slow their fall.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: What other features would you like to see added to
#MinecraftEDU
to support scientific lessons and experiments?
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: What other features would you like to see added to
#MinecraftEDU
to support scientific lessons and experiments?
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Great! Start discussing how
#MinecraftEDU
is diff from real world. Then show Ss this
https://t.co/pnj9hvxvgQ
In reply to @supervxn
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
We'll have to test and see.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @scienceninjagal
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A4: How about rates of decay of leaves? Could tie in to half-life/ quantum mechanics. We know leaves will decay but not which.
#MinecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
So do tools make a diff in
#minecraftedu
?
In reply to @MGrundel, @MgHelio
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
I think this is my new favourite experiment.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Yes, they do.
#MinecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
So do tools make a diff in
#minecraftedu
?
In reply to @MGrundel, @MgHelio
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Also I loved this mod for Quantum Mechanics.
https://t.co/riSSORSwgX
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Yes, absolutely. Then there are enchanted tools that can increase drop rates.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Definitely. Ax is best for wood, pickaxe is best for rock/stone/ore, shovel or sand/dirt.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MGrundel
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Try to break cobblestone w/ hands, you can do it, but will not drop anything, need pickaxe.
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @MgHelio
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
You mean diff trees? How can you tell if they decay?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @scienceninjagal, @MGrundel
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: Being able to export data collected from in the game. Then continue investigating outside game.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Yes! and if you use wrong tool, the durability goes down quicker! Hey that is another experiment w/ durability! BOOM
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MgHelio, @supervxn
jvanscoyoc
Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Sorry family got home and have been trying to get mini-me to bed
#minecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Nice. So the research Q can be: what is the relation between the type of tool and the ratio of seeds acquired?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @MgHelio
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Leaves decay if not touching other trees/ wood. But you don't know which leaves will decay over a given time, QuantumMechanics
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @supervxn, @scienceninjagal
MgHelio
Jun 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Doing the same at the moment...
#failingmiserably
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @jvanscoyoc
BacNguyen2
Jun 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT
what's name of this block?
#MinecraftEdu
In reply to @scienceninjagal
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
I second that!
@PlayCraftLearn
plz plz think about it
#MinecraftEdu
scienceninjagal
Jun 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A5: Being able to export data collected from in the game. Then continue investigating outside game.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A5: I would like to physical sensors such as water/light, other data inputs added to real world that control stuff in
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Wow, Mini-me must be very little, you are a lego Yoda, which is already a smaller version of a regular mini-fig!
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @jvanscoyoc
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Outro yourself: Name, Role, Location and what has been your significant learning or take away from this discussion?
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Real time graphing in Minecraft!
https://t.co/n6aRhxnmPT
#MinecraftEDU
supervxn
Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Cool! Is that possible using coding with
@Raspberry_Pi
or some other single-board computer?
#MinecraftEDU
In reply to @MGrundel, @Raspberry_Pi
Cleverlychangin
Jun 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A5 I'd like to see other energy sources outside of sensors and redstone.
#MinecraftEDU
MGrundel
- Moderator
Jun 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Q5: What other features would you like to see added to
#MinecraftEDU
to support scientific lessons and experiments?
