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From https://www.edsurge.com/news/2019-02-18-leveling-up-language-learners-21st-century-skills-with-minecraft

David Dodgson writes of his English learners' use of Minecraft, "How could a game featuring so little language drive this much language learning? In addition to the language generated by the students themselves in their projects, I found that a huge amount of English was being generated as students shared tips, accessed online guides and built a common understanding. The game had given them a reason and a context, not only for using English, but also for activating 21st-century skills." 

Read Dodgson's full article for an elaboration of the higher-order thinking skills that his students developed through their game-based learning: collaboration, critical thinking, initiative and creativity, digital literacy, communication, and productivity.

The article along with links to additional resources for using Minecraft with language learners is available at https://www.edsurge.com/news/2019-02-18-leveling-up-language-learners-21st-century-skills-with-minecraft