This week’s 3D printing workshop was extremely eye opening. 3D printing is not something I would ever have thought to be associated with a classroom setting. The potential for the use of 3D printing does depend on the circumstances within a classroom. I know many teachers that have sensory or calm corners for their students. With 3D printing you could have students make manipulative objects for those spaces. I also think you could create letters or numbers with 3D printing to be used for core subjects to give students a tactile and visual learning experience.
Some issues could arise when using technology such as 3D printing. Since some schools have limited access to funding and or technology not everyone can have access to the same experience. As well as class size, which could affect the use of the available technology. If technology like 3D printing is accessible within a classroom setting it’s a great way to give students creative freedom and spark imagination. While also building up their strength with different forms of technology.
Here is a resource for different ways to use 3D printing in the classroom
Below is the keychain I made for my practicum name tag!
Hi Kate!!! You made some really great points about how you can create objects for calm corners, I would totally agree with that. 3D printed fidgets can be a really good resource. I love how you included the photo, I’m looking forward to seeing how that turned out.
Have a great day,
Lauren (: