Smart Builds: Integrating AI into Minecraft Build Challenges

Take your students' Minecraft Build Challenge performance to the next level by integrating the power of Generative AI. This professional development session is designed for educators and coaches who want to teach students how to work smarter, not just harder. We will explore practical strategies for using AI as a "copilot" to streamline the most critical, time-consuming phases of a build challenge. Participants will learn how to guide students in using AI for effective brainstorming, creating detailed project plans, coordinating team roles, and consolidating complex research. Finally, we'll cover how AI can help students draft polished presentations that directly address scoreable criteria, ensuring their hard work is communicated effectively. This session equips you to teach critical skills in project management, information synthesis, and digital communication, all within the engaging context of Minecraft.