3D printing is one of the most amazing inventions in modern technology. If we have the opportunity to use it in the classroom, then we should absolutely do so. There are so many ways that we can incorporate this into almost any subject especially in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The possibilities are endless.
In the "3D printers in schools: uses in the curriculum" article, it shows only a few of the countless ways that 3D printers can be used in school. It was so interesting to see some of the things that the educators came up with to aid in their teaching but also to see what the students came up with. This technology can be so helpful from being an aid in your teachings, helping students to express their creativity, and also just as another way to intrigue our students and interest them more so they'll get involved.
This article is proof of how I said the T in TPACK is so important. It interests the students more than typical teaching methods and also shows how the students can show off their ideas and bring their thoughts to life. The only detriment I see is the cost. They are so expensive and I don't think that schools that don't even have smartboards or even less than that will even think about buying in the near future.
Where 3D printing has yet to really make a huge impact, but provides an ample amount of opportunity, is within educational institutions. These range from elementary schools to high schools, universities, and maker spaces around the globe. One reason that 3D printing has been quite slow in making its impact in these institutions is simply because of the lack of knowledge of the technology. Therefore, we have learn some basic knowledge in 3D printing technology and will need to update our information or database so that we can bring this piece of technology into schools!!
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