August 22
Online Tech Camps
Minecraft The Science of Amusement Parks
Heart-pounding fun, thrilling rides and attractions, the sights and sounds of amusement parks are one of a kind. In the Science of Amusement Parks, participants will work with instructors as part of a team to learn the basic science and engineering behind roller coasters and other amusement park attractions. We will use Minecraft to create virtual rides and attractions to experience the thrill of the turns, tunnels and drops!
Goals and Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate understanding of physical forces in a virtual Minecraft world
- Explore how the real-world effects of physics on a roller coasters and other amusement rides
- Gain the ability to define and explain examples of kinetic and potential energy, friction and gravity
- Understand what it takes to design and build your own theme park rides and attractions using Minecraft
Hardware
Primary Computer Device:
- iPad with iOS 10 or higher (recommended for younger kids)
- or Windows 8, 10 or 11
- or Mac OS
- or Chromebook
Additional Required Tech:
- Headphones
- Microphone
- Web Camera
Software
- Minecraft Education Edition
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Goals and Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate understanding of physical forces in a virtual Minecraft world
- Explore how the real-world effects of physics on a roller coasters and other amusement rides
- Gain the ability to define and explain examples of kinetic and potential energy, friction and gravity
- Understand what it takes to design and build your own theme park rides and attractions using Minecraft
Hardware
Primary Computer Device:
- iPad with iOS 10 or higher (recommended for younger kids)
- or Windows 8, 10 or 11
- or Mac OS
- or Chromebook
Additional Required Tech:
- Headphones
- Microphone
- Web Camera
Software
- Minecraft Education Edition
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