5 keys to turn escape rooms into classroom inspiration
Have you ever been to an escape room? For those unfamiliar with the term, an escape room is a structured, problem-solving experience where participants are locked in a…
3D printing
On your mark, get set, print: The 3 learning advantages of 3D printing
It’s truly incredible how much new technology has made its way into the classroom. Where once teaching consisted primarily of whiteboards and textbooks, you can now find tablets,…
Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation
The pace of technological innovation is increasing exponentially. It's hard to wrap our heads around the immense knowledge that future generations will possess. Generation Alpha will likely be…
Career and technical education needs a mental health revolution
As a longtime public school occupational therapist, I know what students look and sound like when they’re ready to transition from the work lab to the workforce.
How 3D printing is changing education
If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we must invest in educational technology. When schools use technology to improve the quality and quantity of educational content,…
The Steam Foundation Teams Up with MakerBot to Expand Access to 3D Printing for Students
January 14, 2022 — The Steam Foundation and MakerBot have teamed up to bring 3D printing to more students across ... Read more
Student entrepreneurs flex a funding win to grow 3D printing business
Since the first patent for additive manufacturing (more commonly known as 3D printing) was filed in 1980, the industry has expanded rapidly. As with any new technology experiencing…
3D printing, STEAM are on the rise in classrooms
3D printing is becoming an increasingly important part of educators' interactive and engaging STEAM learning strategies, a new survey reveals. As teaching methods progress from more traditional learning…
Enabling schools to fight COVID-19 with 3D printable respirator masks
pi-top, creators of computing devices that combine digital making, coding, and practical projects, today announced their partnership with Maker Mask. ... Read more
Marketplace trend update: 4 ed-tech developments
Remaining a tech-savvy educator means keeping on top of the myriad changes and trends in education, how technology can support those trends, and how teaching and learning can…
Ultimaker unveils Pioneer Program, promoting 3D printing in education
Ultimaker, a 3D printer manufacturer, announced the official launch of the Ultimaker Pioneer Program. The scheme introduces 3D printing and ... Read more
How to transform your media centers into makerspaces
Even with tight budgets, it's possible to repurpose your libraries or media centers into 21st century makerspaces. Here's how.
Editor’s Picks 2015, No. five: Journey to the student-centered makerspace
Explore a collaborative makerspace where students design the space and take charge of their learning
6 STEAM tinkering tools for the holidays
Engage kids of all ages with these STEM and coding learning toys The year that was brought with it ... Read more
Kickstarter campaign funds new programmable robots
A new Kickstarter campaign has already exceeded its funding goal to produce programmable robots that can be controlled from a smartphone or tablet.
3D printing and Star Trek?
3D printers have garnered attention in education as of late, due to their ability to generate unique objects and their capacity to engage students and drum up interest…
Middle school 3D printing program garners international attention
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Watch: Scientists optimize 3D printer to create new bones
We won't be surprised if the time comes when we can print just about anything, says Yahoo! News.
3D printing spurs a manufacturing revolution
New technology is giving rise to never-before-possible businesses that are selling products such as iPhone cases, architectural models, and even low-cost, customizable prosthetic limbs, reports the New York…