In this section, we provide step-by-step guidance on the technical setup for Minecraft Education in esports.
What software do you need?
Depending on your Operating System, the requirements are:
| Operating System | Software |
|---|---|
|
Windows |
Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7 |
|
MAC |
MacOS High Sierra 10.13 and up |
|
iOS |
iOS 10 or Higher |
You can use, depending on your school configuration, two different Minecraft: Education installations:
| Operating System | One to one Devices | Shared PCs |
|---|---|---|
|
Windows 10s |
Minecraft: Education for Windows 10 |
Minecraft: Education for Windows 10 |
|
Windows 10 (1709 and later) |
Minecraft: Education for Windows 10 |
Minecraft: Education for Windows Desktop |
|
Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (1703 and earlier) |
Minecraft: Education for Windows Desktop |
Minecraft: Education for Windows Desktop |
The Classroom Mode is currently available for users running the Minecraft Education app and isn’t compatible with Windows 7.
Classroom Mode needs to be installed only on the teacher’s device as it provides a central interface allowing management of several multiplayer games. Educators can use Minecraft Education and Classroom at the same time (but not Code builder if Classroom Mode is running).
To connect to Minecraft Education, both teachers and students need Office 365 Education accounts. You can check your organisation’s eligibility here.
Each Office 365 Education user has free trial access:
Once you’ve used your free trial logins, you’ll have to purchase Minecraft Education via an Authorised Education Partner or the Microsoft Education Store.
Once you’ve launched Minecraft Education, you’ll need to log in using your Office 365 credentials.
Download and install Minecraft Education for Windows, Mac, or iPad from this page.
Once you’ve launched Minecraft Education, you’ll need to log in using your Office 365 credentials.
Before you dive into esports with Minecraft Education, you may wish to become more familiar with the game or see it in action in an education context. An understanding of what the game does and how it can impact your students and their education is key to using it successfully in the esports arena. Visit this link for free online courses for educators on the Microsoft Education Community to learn the basics of Minecraft Education.
Download this Starter Guide for tips on getting started with Minecraft in your school, including classroom management.
