{"id":2191,"date":"2023-11-14T05:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2023\/11\/14\/join-the-global-hour-of-code-movement\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T22:39:33","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T06:39:33","slug":"join-the-global-hour-of-code-movement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2023\/11\/join-the-global-hour-of-code-movement\/","title":{"rendered":"Join the global Hour of Code movement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From December 4\u201310, 2023, schools around the world will join the Hour of Code movement as part of Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek). With just one hour of coding\u2014whether during CSEdWeek<\/a> or anytime throughout the year\u2014anyone can learn the basics of coding. And this year\u2019s Hour of Code may be the biggest yet, thanks to a new AI-focused tutorial from Minecraft Education called Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A one-hour, grassroots introduction to computer science (CS), Hour of Code uses engaging, kid-friendly tutorials<\/a> and fun activities for learners of all skill levels. The brainchild of Code.org<\/a>, this hugely popular computer science learning campaign is supported by over 400 partners and 200,000 educators worldwide. It\u2019s a dynamic movement where nearly two million students have learned how to code in over 45 languages from over 180 countries. According to an Hour of Code Impact Study, there were significant changes noted in students’ attitudes towards\u2014and self-efficacy with\u2014computer science after engaging in just one Hour of Code activity.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Since 2013, Microsoft and Code.org have partnered to expand Hour of Code and other CS education programs worldwide. There have been more than 250 million sessions of Minecraft Hour of Code, and we are excited to build on this momentum with the new tutorial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn the basics of coding and responsible AI with new Minecraft Hour of Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Venture through time to build helpful AI-powered inventions in the new computer science tutorial Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI<\/a>. Use problem solving, creativity, and computational thinking to correct coding problems, solve fun puzzles, and use Microsoft responsible AI principles<\/a>. With coding in MakeCode<\/a> blocks or Python, Minecraft Hour of Code allows anyone ages 7 and up to learn the basics of computer science and how to build a better AI for all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All students deserve opportunities to explore AI technology to understand its implications, access career pathways, and be empowered to safely and confidently navigate an AI-powered world. With proper policies and pedagogy in place, AI can help inspire students to develop their creativity, acquire new skills, and gain more agency in their unique learning pathways. With Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI<\/a>, students will learn how AI is a part of the computer science ecosystem and how it is connected to coding, learning to code, and understanding responsible AI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI is the perfect starting point for learning to code! The tutorial is available for all users in the Minecraft Education in-game library and as a free demo lesson. Access free resources for educators including a facilitation guide<\/a>, walk-through video<\/a>, and online training<\/a>. This year, bring coding into your classroom and empower all your students to explore the amazing potential of AI! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s how you can get involved in this year\u2019s Hour of Code: <\/p>\n\n\n\n