Coding in Minecraft

by Prodigy Learning LimitedMicrosoft 365Freemium

Provides coding courses in Minecraft Education using MakeCode, JavaScript and Python, with related credential exams.

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PRICINGFreemium
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CATEGORYProductivity
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What it does

Provides a computer science pathway delivered through Minecraft Education. The pathway moves from block-based MakeCode courses to text-based JavaScript or Python courses. Learners complete activities and assessments in Minecraft, then send their code to an online portal for analysis. Advanced and expert stages include capstone or certification exams.

Key capabilities

from the Microsoft Marketplace listing

MakeCode instruction

The introduction and intermediate courses teach coding concepts through Microsoft MakeCode.

Text-based coding

Advanced and expert courses cover JavaScript or Python.

Code assessment portal

An online portal analyzes code submitted from course activities and gives a grading recommendation.

Credential exams

The pathway includes micro-credentials, capstone exams and certification exams.

Use cases

  • Schools and school systems can provide a staged computer science curriculum through Minecraft Education.
  • Educators with limited computer science, coding or Minecraft experience can use portal recommendations when reviewing assessments.
  • Learners can progress from block-based coding to JavaScript or Python within one pathway.

Who it's for

Schools, school systems and educators.

In the catalog

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Price distribution: 8 free, 8 freemium, 164 paid, 388 price not published

Pricing & deployment

Platform
Microsoft 365
Deployment
Cloud
Pricing
Freemium

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What the vendor says

«What is Coding in Minecraft? Coding in Minecraft by Prodigy Learning is a computer science learning pathway with industry-recognized credentials for schools, school systems and educators to leverage in helping students gain the latest skills for the technology-infused workforce while leveraging game-based learning …»

Official marketplace listing

Publisher
Prodigy Learning Limited
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