

Frequently asked questions
What is Ludelo?
Ludelo is a Finnish learning service where children aged 8–12 learn English by playing Minecraft in guided small groups.
Learning happens by talking, listening, and doing together – not through tests or cramming.
Who is Ludelo suitable for?
Ludelo is suitable for children who:
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are 8–12 years old
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like Minecraft
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want to learn English in practice
Fluent English skills are not required.
What if my child doesn't dare to speak English?
This is very common – and completely okay.
In Ludelo:
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no one is forced to speak
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mistakes are allowed
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instructors gently encourage
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a small group lowers the threshold


How much English is spoken in the classes?
Classes are mainly held in English, but instructors adapt the language use according to the group's level.
If necessary, the instructions can also be clarified in Finnish so that everyone stays on track.
Is Ludelo just a game?
No. Minecraft serves as a learning environment, but the activity is:
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guided
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goal-oriented
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task-based
Playing supports learning – it is not an end in itself.
How is the lesson going?
The lesson lasts 1.5 hours and includes:
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A short teaching session
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Tasks in Minecraft in small groups
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English-language discussion and collaboration
All students are in the same Minecraft world and the instructor is always available and actively monitors the small groups.
How big are the groups?
Samalle oppitunnille osallistuu maksimissaan 100 oppilasta, mutta oppilaat jaetaan pienryhmiin (Ludelon termein klaaaneihin).
Ryhmät pidetään tarkoituksella pieninä, jotta:
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jokainen lapsi saa puheenvuoroja
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ohjaaja ehtii huomioida kaikki
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oppiminen on turvallista ja tehokasta
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luodaan klaanihenkeä ja saadaan aikaiseksi ystävyyssuhteita.
What does a child need to participate?
The child must have:
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own Minecraft app installed
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a computer or device (e.g. game console) that runs Minecraft
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headset
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Discord account (guided setup)
In addition to this, internet access.
More detailed instructions will be provided before the start of the course.


Can a parent follow the lessons?
Parents can:
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explore educational content on the Notion website
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to contact the instructors
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ask for more information at any time
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follow the teaching from the side (note: the upper age limit for attending the ludelo is 13 years)
However, lessons are not streamed or recorded.
