Can Minecraft Really help you Build A Career
Minecraft is a major part of children's leisure time and now it can even aid them in pursuing an occupation.
CareersCraft is a brand new Minecraft world that Careers Wales launched to help children aged between 8 and 13 years old discover and develop their career skills.
It includes six zones that are based on landmarks which include the Senedd, Big Pit, the Coal Exchange and Caernarfon Castle.
Each zone is a specific area of learning in the new Welsh curriculum.
It's free to download, but there is a Welsh education edition is also available. This edition contains lesson plans for teachers.
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Six areas of learning and experiences are part of the new Welsh curriculum.
1Maths and numeracy
2Languages, literacy, and communication
3 Well-being and health
4Humanities
5Science and technology
6Expressive arts
Source: Welsh Government, 2019
The players explore the area and take on challenges and activities as they move, gaining knowledge about the various industries and careers in Wales and discovering more about their interests and strengths.
Maggie is a student at Risca Comprehensive School in Caerphilly county, said: "It was a fun experience and a great way to learn and explore different careers through Minecraft."
Ferne Another student said: "It made my think about my future however, it was also a lot of enjoyable."
Gareth Phillips from Careers Wales said: "CareersCraft is a hugely exciting innovative resource which we hope will raise the expectations and broaden the possibilities for future generations. Kd76
"It's been a joy to see young people exploring the world, and developing their imagination and problem-solving skills while learning about Welsh heritage and culture and considering their future careers."
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