Minecraft® Modding
👶 Ages 9–16Course📍 Grymes Hill

Minecraft® Modding

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📍Fort Lee Location (Learning Center) · 2024 Center Ave Get directions ↗
🏷From $1980

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Unlock the creative potential of Minecraft in our Minecraft Modding Class! Designed for young gamers who are ready to enhance their Minecraft gameplay using Java programming language, this course introduces the exciting world of modding—allowing students to modify game content and create new gameplay mechanics, items, and features by coding in Java. By the end of this course, participants will not only grasp fundamental programming and game design concepts but will also have created their own custom Minecraft mods. This class is ideal for boosting problem-solving skills, nurturing creativity, and introducing essential coding principles in a dynamic and engaging setting. Join us to revolutionize your Minecraft experience by learning how to mod! Key activities and learning outcomes in the Minecraft Modding Class: Learn Java Programming : Gain foundational skills in Java, one of the most popular and versatile programming languages. Create Custom Minecraft Mods : Design and develop your own mods that introduce new gameplay elements to Minecraft. Understand Core Programming Concepts : Grasp basic principles such as variables, loops, and conditionals through hands-on coding exercises. Develop Problem-Solving Skills : Tackle coding challenges and debug your mods, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Foster Creativity in Game Design : Apply creative thinking to invent unique game features and interactions within Minecraft. Engage in Collaborative Learning : Work alongside peers to share ideas and solutions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. This course promises a unique blend of education and entertainment, making it a perfect avenue for aspiring coders and game designers to explore the intersection of gaming and programming. *Make-ups and cancelations: For semester registrations only one make-up class per month is allowed with a 24hr cancellation notice. Late cancellation fee: If a client provides less than 24 hours notice and wishes to schedule a makeup class, 50% of the class fee will be charged and processed through their Sawyer account. *Payment Plan: For semester registrations, payments can be paid in full or split into monthly installments. The monthly installments can be paid through HiSawyer registration platform only . Please note that a 5% surcharge applies when selecting a monthly installment plan. *One-time Payment: Parents can make a full, upfront payment via Check, Zelle, or Cash, avoiding the 3% processing fee from HiSawyer. If you would like to use this option, please contact us before registering.

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