I have zero vision. When I first heard about 3d printers, I thought, “Isn’t that what factory machines do? What’s the big deal?” (I’m also the person who thought drones were just fancy versions of remote control airplanes.) If you are as skeptical as I was, here are a few articles and videos that might change … Read more
I am not, by any means, an expert in 3D printers. I’ve used two different printers in my life. The first, which was an amazing introduction to 3D printing, worked extremely well for a couple of months. However, it has been out of commission this school year with various issues, and we are hopefully getting a … Read more
I briefly mentioned Project Ignite yesterday, and would like to explain the site today for those interested in using it. I first found out about Project Ignite from my colleagues on the #makered Twitter chat (every Tuesday, 8 PM CST). I am, by no means, an expert on Project Ignite. However, I can give you a … Read more
In yesterday’s post about purchasing 3d printers for schools, I maintained that these printers shouldn’t be bought for the sake of having the latest and greatest technology on your campus. If you are going to add one to your inventory, it should be with the purpose of enhancing student learning – not merely as a … Read more
Are you thinking about buying a 3D printer for your school or classroom? Before you buy something that could turn into a very expensive paperweight, I recommend you consider these factors. How is a 3D printer going to enhance your curriculum? Are you going to buy it first and explore the possibilities, or do you … Read more
There. I said it. I never thought I would. Growing up, I had ZERO interest in Legos. As an adult, I’ve continued to have ZERO interest in Legos. Until a couple of years ago. It turns out that Legos are a lot more versatile than I thought. I briefly related my newfound respect for Legos in … Read more