Minecraft is a computer game released in 2009 that became an instant hit with gamers. This video explains how to use the Minecraft as a teaching tool. Peter Albert of The Hun School explains and demonstrates his curriculum using Minecraft to teach a freshman World History class about ancient civilizations.
Minecraft uses 3D blocks in two modes:
Creative for building structures and landscapes.
Survival where players gather resources and combat foes.
"Ride the Pig" is one game element related to gathering resources in Survival Mode.
