Minecraft Education is coming to ISTE!
09 Jun 2026
The Minecraft Education team is pumped to be heading to ISTE Live in Orlando next week —we can’t wait to see you there!
We are bringing creativity, energy, and hands-on learning to ISTE 2026 with interactive demos and immersive workshops that help educators explore AI, digital citizenship, online safety, coding, and STEM learning with Minecraft Education. Join our Future of CS workshop to get the first look at a brand-new global competition for students ages 13–16—spawning in Minecraft Education this fall!
Here’s how to join the fun:
- Visit us in Microsoft’s booth 1800 for a demo, Minecraft Agent selfie, and to chat with the Minecraft Education team.
- Drop into the Microsoft Live Learn Classroom (207AB) for hands-on workshops including The future of CS: AI and coding with Minecraft Education where we will Explore safe AI and coding in Minecraft Education and announce a global coding challenge in a Minecraft Education world going live this fall!
- Swing by the Microsoft Learn Live theater (booth 1800) for bite-sized sessions teaching AI literacy and online safety with Minecraft Education
- Follow the ISTE action at @PlayCraftLearn on X and Facebook and join the Minecraft Teachers’ Lounge to keep the conversations going with our global community of educators.
Here’s a look at our full schedule with links to add these sessions to your ISTE calendar:
Workshops in the Microsoft Live Learn Classroom:
The future of CS: AI and coding with Minecraft Education
Monday, June 29, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Join the next wave of computer science education for the AI era in this high-energy, hands-on workshop. Explore safe AI and coding in Minecraft Education to spark student curiosity and confidence. Experience AI literacy in immersive worlds, then build skills with block-based coding and Python—powered by agentic AI. This two-part session culminates in a “capture the flag” coding challenge inside a Minecraft world. Everyone’s welcome—bring your competitive spirit, because only one coding champion will emerge.
Design engaging lessons with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Minecraft
Tuesday, June 30, 10:30 am – 11:15 am
In this hands-on workshop, learn how to level up your lesson planning and create exceptionally engaging experiences for all your learners. We’ll work through Copilot-powered planning strategies, then prototype and test lesson plans to see firsthand how Minecraft brings learning to life. Attendees will leave with foundational understanding of Copilot and Minecraft Education, plus a custom lesson plan.
How to implement an AI literacy program with Minecraft and Copilot
Wednesday, July 1, 9:30 am – 10:15 am
AI literacy starts in elementary school, when students build understanding of how AI works before they start using the tools themselves. Minecraft Education offers a K-5 curriculum program called AI Foundations that supports development of critical thinking and digital citizenship skills that young learners need. In this hands-on workshop, offered as a credentialed training, dive into the immersive experiences that bring AI to life for young learners – and learn how to adapt this program for your school system.
Microsoft Booth Theater:
AI literacy for young learners with Minecraft Education
Monday, June 29, 9:30 am – 9:55 am
AI Literacy is required for all young people. Get your learners the skills to understand and safely use AI with Minecraft Education’s AI Foundations program. Introduce core AI concepts, responsible use, and real-world applications that promote critical thinking and creativity, enabling students to cultivate digital citizenship and responsible AI skills.
Teaching online safety with Minecraft Education
Tuesday, June 30, 4:00 pm – 4:25 pm
Wednesday, July 1, 11:30 am – 11:55 am
Ensuring young people are safe online is essential. Build digital citizenship skills with Minecraft’s CyberSafe series. This award-winning set of classroom-ready materials and family resources help students navigate decisions and explore scenarios inspired by real-world risks. Set within the safe, yet immersive worlds of Minecraft Education, they will learn how to implement their new skills in any learning environment.
We can’t wait to share what’s in store for Back to School 2026 and hear what you learned this school year. Thanks for an incredible year and see you in Orlando!
