Hi Everyone!
Dr. Guthals here!
Recently I have been running workshops on how to use Minecraft in the classroom, not only for modding, but to teach STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in general. One really powerful tool in Minecraft is Redstone.
A lot of people have done some pretty incredible things with Redstone, but I have a challenge for you!
First, make this in Minecraft:
Then, using only these items:
- Redstone
- Redstone Block
- Redstone Torch
- Switch
- Stone Pressure Plate
- Button
Can you find a way to make:
- The lamp in the blue box only be able to turn on for a couple seconds at a time
- The lamps in the orange box be able to turn on and turn off
- The lamps in the yellow box be on always
You can’t change the arrangement of the Redstone Lamps, and you don’t have to use all of the items listed above.
Comment below with:
- What grade/age you teach
- What you think this teaches (learning goal)
- If you know the standard this teaches (common core/next gen science)
- Comments about the activity
- Similar activities you might find useful
Happy Modding!
Dr. Guthals