Teaching

Data Management

MSc Business Analytics

Likewise, data management was implemented in a different context using Minecraft Education Edition, engaging students ranging from 16 to 60 years old. In this activity, students were tasked with collaborating and structuring information derived from gathered data, while navigating through a business school building in three sequential stages. This undertaking proved to be a triumph for the students, as it not only facilitated making more knowledgeable choices but also fostered the development of their teamwork skills.

Operations Management

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Game-based learning is also employed in the field of operations management. The purpose of this approach is to enhance students' critical thinking skills in operations management. By assuming various roles and responsibilities within a simulated business process, students with different backgrounds can gain insights into the complexities involved in achieving optimal operational performance in real-life situations. This experiential learning allows students to reflect on their learning process and apply their acquired knowledge to future scenarios.

Computing Fundamentals

Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

Minecraft is being utilised in computer science education to facilitate students' understanding of logic gates in an engaging manner. It not only enhances their abilities in building and designing, but also promotes collaborative work, fostering the development of their interpersonal skills.

Web Application Development

BSc (Hons) Business Technology

Minecraft is effectively utilised in ManMet to cultivate non-coding skills. In a classroom setting, students are encouraged to explore web application development using Minecraft. Their task involves constructing structures that mirror exemplary websites, serving as informative representations of design. This innovative approach not only captivates the class, but also fosters active discussions and enhances interpersonal abilities during remote learning.

Digital Technology Design and Build

BSc (Hons) Business Technology

Minecraft is utilised in the digital technology design and build unit as an educational tool for students to acquire knowledge about constructing structures that embody effective database design principles using Minecraft blocks. This approach has proven beneficial in fostering students' computational thinking abilities and enhancing their critical-thinking skills through dynamic question-and-answer sessions with both tutors and peers. Moreover, students have the opportunity to unleash their creativity not only in the design of their structures but also in selecting the topic that best exemplifies a well-designed database, thereby creating a valuable learning experience for their fellow classmates.