Eco Detectives Unite – The Race to Zero (Minecraft Education)

What happens when the world's most popular video game meets climate action, systems thinking and real curriculum impact? Join Kelly Pfeiffer as we discuss Eco Detectives Unite – The Race to Zero, a game designed in the world of Minecraft Education for students to understand our environment. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About Eco Detectives Unite – The Race to Zero Eco Detectives Unite – The Race to Zero was developed through a powerful collaboration between the NSW Department of Education, UNICEF Australia, and supported by the University of Sydney Net Zero Institute. The game has been enriched through the collaboration and expertise of Taronga Conservation Society Australia, Zoos South Australia, Perth Zoo and Auckland Zoo, ensuring authentic environmental learning. This immersive Minecraft Education experience puts students in the role of eco-detectives, solving real-world sustainability challenges and exploring pathways to Net Zero through game-based learning. Game trailer Direct link to the game on tthe Minecraft Education platform On ABC Behind the News Episode About Kelly Pfeiffer A proud dyslexic, out-of-the-box thinker and change-maker, Kelly has over 20 years' experience in education and leading transformative learning initiatives. She has developed innovative, award-winning programs that bridge education, conservation, and technology. Passionate about empowering educators and students, Kelly specialises in driving global collaboration, strategic change, and creativity in dynamic environments. A lifelong learner and advocate for positive impact, she creates meaningful change that inspires connection and growth. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode? Share it!

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This episode was published on Apr 12, 2026.

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