

At this time, the software will be available in 11 languages and 41 countries. In June, Microsoft will then debut an “early access” program, which will allow educators to download Minecraft Education Edition for free, again, in exchange for offering Microsoft their feedback. The schools will help Microsoft work out the kinks by offering detailed feedback, allowing the company to make improvements ahead of a broader rollout. Today, Microsoft announced that “ Minecraft Education Edition,” as this version is called, will become available in beta format starting in May.Īccording to Microsoft, the company plans on running a beta program with over 100 schools from 30 countries worldwide, who will be able to test to the software in their classrooms. Earlier this year, Microsoft announced that it was expanding its investment in Minecraft, the popular game it acquired for $2.5 billion in 2014, by building out a new version that would allow teachers to use Minecraft in the classroom.
