exploring the minecraft world using real world topographical data
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In this talk I will show you how I have used real world topographical radar data, taken during a space shuttle orbit 14 years ago, to explore the north of England and its historic monuments such as Hadrian's Wall, Carlisle Castle and even coastal wetland bird habitats.TRANSCRIPT
E X P L O R I N G T H E M I N E C R A F T W O R L D U S I N G R E A L W O R L D T O P O G R A P H I C D ATA
A D A M C L A R K E
What is Minecraft and why use it?
Hadrian’s Wall in a accurately topographic landscape
O P E N S O U R C E H E I G H T S R T M D ATA
Cumbria
Real world terrain can add a meaningful dimension to a collaborative virtual environment
Undugu
Block by Block
Mojang and UN Habitat.
"It's bringing decision makers together with the youth to all decide on this common ground for public spaces around the
world," said Ms Winters.
Denmark
The Danish government said the maps were created to be used as an educational tool - suggesting "virtual field trips"
to hard-to-reach parts of the country.
Brisbane City, Australia
The future…?
Design - Play - Engagement - Programming - Simulation - Planning - Virtual learning spaces
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Minecraft is a window on the future…
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