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3D printing has come to the regular classroom! Join us to learn how 3D printing can enhance your classroom…even if you have a very limited budget.
3D printing has come to the regular classroom! Join us to learn how 3D printing can enhance your classroom…even if you have a very limited budget.
Today's guest host is Sabine Pass ISD's Scott Hagedorn.
Today's guest host is Sabine Pass ISD's Scott Hagedorn.
Guest Speaker: Scott Hagedorn
Guest Speaker: Scott Hagedorn
Scott Hagedorn serves as Director of Instructional Technology for the Sabine Pass ISD. He is also one of ten Dremel 3D Education Ambassadors chosen in 2016.
Listen to Scott Hagedorn (@hagedornscott) shares more details about Sabine Pass ISD's vision. He mentions their work with the Form 2 3D printer that prints with liquid resin, a stereo lithographic (SLA) printer that is next generation compared to fused deposition model (FDM) type of 3D printers.
He discusses introducing students to 3D modeling in middle school with Tinkercad. At the high school level, students are focused on using AutoDesk Fusion360. Students will be Fusion360 certified by the end of the year. He also shares some of the project ideas, including the use of Recap360 to stitch pictures taken with a Phantom drone. See pictures online in this blog entry.
Scott Hagedorn (@scotthagedorn) shares about 3D printing and robotics. View Image Gallery
3D Printers for Your Classroom
3D Printers for Your Classroom
Looking for some recommendations regarding 3D Printers?
Looking for some recommendations regarding 3D Printers?
While you can read the FAQ on 3D printing, allow me to encourage you to check out these printers for use in school settings.
While you can read the FAQ on 3D printing, allow me to encourage you to check out these printers for use in school settings.
What you’re watching is a new desktop 3-D printer built by MIT researchers that cranks out plastic items 10 times faster than other, similar printers. In a paper published in the journal Additive Manufacturing, MIT professor John Hart and his graduate student Jamison Go identified why current desktop 3-D printers are so slow and presented their solutions.
A Few Printers To Consider
A Few Printers To Consider
Dremel Idea Builder 3D Printer
Dremel Idea Builder 3D Printer
The Dremel Idea Builder 3D Printer is the top recommendation from Texas school districts consulted with when these materials were prepared. It's deep build platform, enclosed workspace, non-proprietary approach to filament, not to mention ease of use, make it the best selection for classroom/lab use. What's more, it comes with a free curriculum, 3D Printer Dremel Dreams. See education version
Makerbot Replicator + 3D Printer
Makerbot Replicator + 3D Printer
The Makerbot enjoys a slightly tarnished reputation among K-12 districts consulted with in Texas. While early models are 3D printing workhorses, the prevailing opinion is that subsequent models had problems with the extruder (where the filament emerges). One district reported having to replace the extruder nozzle on all its Makerbots. Newer designs are alleged to have addressed the issue, but those stung by issues are reluctant to invest in the brand.
Ultimaker 3D Printer
Ultimaker 3D Printer
The Ultimaker 3D Printer, it's high cost aside, is considered one of the most reliable printers available. It's popularity rivals the Dremel Idea Builder, with only price being the main concern. is the top recommendation from Texas school districts consulted with when these materials were prepared. It's deep build platform, enclosed workspace, non-proprietary approach to filament, not to mention ease of use, make it the best selection for classroom/lab use.
Ultimaker 3D Printer
Ultimaker 3D Printer
The Ultimaker 3D Printer, it's high cost aside, is considered one of the most reliable printers available. It's popularity rivals the Dremel Idea Builder, with only price being the main concern. is the top recommendation from Texas school districts consulted with when these materials were prepared. It's deep build platform, enclosed workspace, non-proprietary approach to filament, not to mention ease of use, make it the best selection for classroom/lab use.
3D Printers for Home
3D Printers for Home
Wondering what printers you can get for your home? Consider these three offerings, ranging from least expensive to most expensive. The Dremel IdeaBuilder packs a punch to your wallet, but offers the most flexibility and versatility in its options. Yet, the Mod-T also has adherents who praise its small size as perfect for your office desk. Whether you’re looking for a home printer, or considering a small 3D printer for the classroom, there’s something available to match your budget.
Note: Prices quoted above are subject to change.
3D Printing Books
3D Printing Books
This book is an essential guide for educators interested in bringing the amazing world of 3D printing to their classrooms. Learn about the technology, exciting powerful new design software, and even advice for purchasing your first 3D printer. The real power of the book comes from a variety of teacher-tested step-by-step classroom projects. Eighteen fun and challenging projects explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, along with forays into the visual arts and design. The Invent To Learn Guide to 3D Printing in the Classroom is written in an engaging style by authors with decades of educational technology experience.
Want to master 3D modeling and printing? Tinkercad is the perfect software for you: It’s friendly, web-based, and free. Even better, you don’t have to rely on Tinkercad’s technical documentation to use it. This easy, full-color guide is packed with photos and projects that bring 3D modeling to life!
No 3D or CAD experience? No problem: Best-selling author James Floyd Kelly teaches you step-by-step through simple examples and hands-on activities. You’ll learn all the concepts and techniques you need...build your skills, comfort, and confidence...and create exciting projects that show off Tinkercad’s full power. Learning 3D with your kids? You’ll even find projects you can work on together!
TCEA had a 3D Design Contest earlier this year. You can see the winners and the projects they designed earlier.
TCEA had a 3D Design Contest earlier this year. You can see the winners and the projects they designed earlier.
They were tasked with coming up with a solution to a real-world problem by designing a product with 3D design software.
They were tasked with coming up with a solution to a real-world problem by designing a product with 3D design software.
Each team kept careful track of their thinking as they followed the steps of the Engineering Design Process from researching and brainstorming solutions to testing a prototype and refining their design.
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