BBC – Staff Writer
“Virtual world-building game Minecraft, played by tens of millions of children worldwide, could be used in schools to teach pupils chemistry. A group of Hull University students created an educational version of the game that allows players to explore specially created molecular structures and understand chemistry. The aim is to engage young scientists in a fun and interactive way. Minecraft players use building blocks to create structure and landscapes. They are also encouraged to collect treasure and many other items.”(more)