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3D printing holds immense potential for providing students with innovative learning experiences while keeping schools at pace with technological advancements. Unfortunately, many schools and teachers feel they lack the capacity to effectively incorporate 3D printers into their educational practices. Most significantly, schoolteachers often make the (incorrect) assumption that they need to be able to create 3D objects in order to use 3D-printer technology in their classes - if you are among them, please keep reading to discover the alternative! This course will introduce participants to the world of 3D printing and show them how to use 3D printers as valuable tools for printing objects, modeling objects in 3D, and leveraging their educational benefits. During the course, participants will gain an understanding of the basics of 3D printing technology, its applications, and its relevance in education. They will learn how to operate and maintain 3D printers, including calibration, filament loading, and troubleshooting. They will learn what distinguishes different models and brands of printers, and how to select the most appropriate for their schools. Moreover, participants will gain hands-on experience in how to prepare 3D models for printing, adjust printing settings, and optimize print quality. Participants will also explore various beginner-friendly software and more advanced tools and techniques for creating 3D models. Finally, participants will explore practical examples and case studies of how to integrate 3D printing into the curriculum across grade levels. With this respect, they will discover the fundamental indicatio...read more.