Wow New Vatican Video Game as Minecraft Partners with Microsoft so Students Can Build St. Peter's Basilica! VIDEO Peek of "Peter is Here"



Step into the heart of history! Peter is Here: Exploring the Origins of St. Peter’s Basilica is a captivating Minecraft Education experience where students journey through 2,000 years of architectural innovation. 
Inspired by real-world cultural heritage preservation, this immersive project lets young explorers use AI-powered tools to restore ancient wonders, from Roman engineering to Baroque masterpieces. ​ Guided by historical figures like Michelangelo, students can choose their own path – restoring structures or uncovering stories – all while collaborating with a global community of preservationists. Available now in Minecraft Education, this is more than a game; it's a bridge to the past, brought to life through learning, creativity, and technology. They released: 

In collaboration with the Fabbrica di San Pietro, Minecraft Education is proud to support global understanding, promote cross-cultural connections, and appreciate the richness of human diversity. AI is bridging the gap between the past and the future, ensuring that our shared cultural legacy is protected and accessible for everyone to enjoy.
Peter is Here: AI for Cultural Heritage is a captivating Minecraft Education experience where students journey through 2,000 years of architectural innovation. Inspired by real-world preservation efforts, this immersive project lets young explorers use technology to restore ancient wonders, from Roman engineering to Baroque masterpieces, and investigate the history of St. Peters Basilica in Vatican City.

Guided by the Sanpietrini, the community of restorers and experts, learners will step into the shoes of a conservator and explorer, tasked with preserving St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Students will explore the basilica, learn its secrets, and restore key artifacts. Through this immersive journey, they’ll discover how technology can help protect and cultural heritage while experiencing the themes of history, cooperation, and preservation.
Essential Question: How can we use technology to explore, protect, and celebrate cultural heritage sites, and why is it important to work together in this effort?

Students will:

  • Engage in hands-on restoration, learning the importance of preserving history
  • Interact with the Sanpietrini to gain insight into the basilica's art, architecture, and cultural significance
  • Reflect on the role of technology in cultural preservation and the values of cooperation and community
  • Express understanding through a creative project to celebrate lessons learned

Instructional support materials for the classroom The Peter is Here learning experience includes instructional support materials to support teachers and students in the classroom. These materials include: an educator guide, classroom PowerPoint, student workbook, family and community toolkit and downloadable certificate of completion.

Family and Community Toolkit Parents, family members, and community members play a crucial role in shaping children's understanding of the world. By fostering global awareness and promoting cross-cultural connections, you can help students become thoughtful stewards of heritage and progress.Family and Community Organizations Guide

 https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/lessons/peter-is-here-ai-for-cultural-heritage

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