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Amman students use Minecraft to redesign their city

Amman students use Minecraft to redesign their city

Planning and redevelopment08 Apr 2026

Students will work in teams to redesign public spaces using the Minecraft Education platform to support a climate-resilient, inclusive, and food-secure future.

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