Category Archives: game based learning

Getting Started with PhaserJs and TypeScript

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Michael

Curious about building 2D games with web skills? In this post, we’ll explore tools and patterns to use PhaserJs and JavaScript to make engaging 2D games. We’ll cover tools to make experiences with our favorite language: TypeScript. Reference links phaser.io … Continue reading →

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Happy New Years: Excitement for 2022!

Posted on January 1, 2022 by Michael

Happy New Year friends! On this beautiful New Year’s day, I wanted to reflect upon some lessons from 2021 and learning opportunities for 2022. In 2022, we will continue to focus on ideas that help students love learning through exploration, … Continue reading →

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Make Unity 3D Games To Amaze Your Friends!

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Michael

Hello makers! Like many in the computer industry, I had the dream of learning how to build video games. When the math class seemed difficult, I found inspiration to move forward since I had strong motivation to learn how to … Continue reading →

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Our Experiments To Improve Our Home Schooling Culture

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Michael

Hello, friends. As our family tries to adapt to the new normal and the COVID pandemic, I wanted to start reflecting on how our family plans to promote a learning culture. Over the years, InspiredToEducate.NET has taken on the mission … Continue reading →

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3D Modeling for Minecraft using TinkerCad – Online Meetup June 20th

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Michael

As adult learners or students, we’re all looking for new fruitful activities that we can share with our friends and family. In this hands-on workshop, we’re partnering with Google Developer Group of Central Florida to learn how you can build … Continue reading →

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7 Creative DIY Project Ideas For Family Fun

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Michael

Like many parents, my wife and I seek out activities that have a fun factor while we learn small lessons about math, science, art, or crafting. It’s fun to find activities that help avoid the default desire for screen time. … Continue reading →

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Build a Space Shooter with Phaser3 and JavaScript(Tutorial3)

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Michael

In this blog post series, I want to unpack building a 2D shooter game using Phaser3.js. Phaser3 provides a robust and fast game framework for early-stage JavaScript developers. In this tutorial, we will work to add aliens to the scene, … Continue reading →

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Build a Space Shooter with Phaser3 and JavaScript(Tutorial1)

Posted on July 6, 2019 by Michael

Like many computer enthusiasts, I grew up playing video games on the classic Nintendo entertainment system. Some of my favorite games included Super Mario brothers, Legend of Zelda, Tetris, and Star Force. It’s been fun to share these game classics … Continue reading →

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6 Resources To Build Cool Minecraft Mods with Python

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Michael

Looking for a fun way to explore learning to code with your students or children? Consider exploring writing Minecraft mods using Python. In our house, we continue to enjoy building(destroying) together as a family in shared Minecraft worlds. I appreciate … Continue reading →

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Import 3D Scenes Into Minecraft using MCEdit2 #makered #minecraft #minecraftedu

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Michael

In our classes for young makers, we discuss how digital fabrication technology will be a game-changer.   In future work, more jobs will involve converting digital content into physical things through technologies like 3D printing, CNC, and other similar technologies. … Continue reading →

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