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8 - 14 yrs
Wed, Apr 2, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Class Experience
Join MODA for a virtual Afterschool Studio and design a sustainable future!
In this virtual studio, young designers will explore the principles of sustainability while creating an eco-friendly village in Minecraft. From renewable energy sources to sustainable farming and green spaces, participants will learn how design can positively impact the environment. The session will begin with an introduction to eco-conscious building techniques, followed by hands-on time to construct environmentally friendly structures. At the end of the studio, students can share their creations.
In this Afterschool Studio, we’ll:
- Practice using Minecraft’s tools to design eco-friendly villages.
- Learn techniques for incorporating renewable energy, sustainable farming, and green spaces.
- Explore real-world examples of sustainable architecture and urban planning.
- Transform ideas into a Minecraft world.
- Provide a space to share and provide constructive feedback
- Practice collaboration, inclusivity, creative courage, imaginative problem-solving, storytelling, and critical thinking
Tech Needs:
A computer
Zoom
Participants must have access to Minecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac to access MODA’s private Minecraft server where creative building takes place. Other versions of Minecraft and Minecraft on tablets and phones will not work.
Please note that this is a creative building class and that Player versus Player (PvP) activity is not allowed.
How To Participate
Attend class via Zoom video
This class will be hosted on Zoom video conferencing platform. You will receive an email 30 minutes before class starts with a link to the class and access instructions. We recommend you make sure your device is up to date and meets all system requirements before class.
Reviews for Minecraft Studio: Eco-City Builders
5.0 out of 5
Based on 2 activity ratings
Silvana S.
Apr 3, 2025
Loved:
Kids really liked the class.
Improvements:
More information on sustainability. Incorporate it in Minecraft. A lot of silence in the session. Also, the instructor was very new to Minecraft and these kiddos have been playing for a a few years.
Minecraft Studio: Eco-City Builders
Location: Online | Instructor: Earline Johnson
Reviews for Museum of Design (MODA)
4.8 out of 5
Based on 302 provider ratings
Sarah S.
Mar 6, 2025
Loved:
My son loves this class! The interactions with the other participants are so positive and it’s awesome to hear him having fun, laughing, learning and even teaching others some tips and tricks along the way. It’s great to have him feel a sense of belonging and gain confidence in his skills. Thank you for hosting these virtual sessions!
Improvements:
Nothing. It was great!
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Nicole K.
Feb 6, 2025
Loved:
Teacher was very clear on explaining instructions to the kids.
Improvements:
There could have been some clarity that this webinar was only fit for gaming on a windows PC or ipad, my son uses the PlayStation console to play Minecraft and was bummed out that he couldn't participate.
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Eva V.
Oct 26, 2024
Loved:
Interactive and engaging
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Eva V.
Aug 18, 2024
Loved:
I liked the subjects taught
Improvements:
The amount of time used
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Meet your Instructor
Earline J.
About Museum of Design (MODA)
MODA, the Museum of Design Atlanta, is the only design museum in the southeastern United States.
Our camps and educational programs teach young designers, ages 8-18, to think creatively while using STEM tools, and to innovate as they take on real-world challenges.
Our camps have been celebrated by Fast Company and other publications!
