Category: 3D Design

Three Steps to 3D Printing with Young Learners

by Cynthia Ramirez, Guest Author | Aug 13, 2020 | 3D Design, Maker | 0

Learn the three essential steps in allowing very young students to do 3D printing and design tied to their curriculum studies.

Remarkable Remote Learning: 3D Design Contest

by Andrew Roush | May 20, 2020 | 3D Design | 1

Remote learning brings new challenges and opportunities. See how innovative students found focus in changing times with TCEA’s 3D Design Contest.

One Classroom’s Epic Failure Bucket

by Peggy Reimers | Dec 31, 2019 | 3D Design, Good Teaching | 2

Check out one teacher’s story that encourages others to look at epic failure as a positive step in the learning process and not something to be feared.

3D Tools, Libraries, and Resources

by Miguel Guhlin | Jun 24, 2019 | 3D Design, Coding/Computer Science | 1

If you’re just beginning to dabble in 3D design, you may think your resources are limited. But there are tons of amazing 3D tools available for you.

TCEA Saves You Time and Money

by Chance McKee | Feb 28, 2019 | 3D Design, Advocacy, Coding/Computer Science, Funding, Professional Learning, Robotics | 0

Learn how TCEA provides members with the gifts of time and money through full-service ed tech resources and professional development offerings.

SketchUp Pro Lesson Plans

by Lori Gracey | Feb 26, 2019 | 3D Design | 0

Now that you’ve gotten your free SketchUp Pro software from TCEA, here are some powerful lesson plans to get your students started with 3D design.

3D Printing and Bulletin Boards

by Peggy Reimers | Jan 14, 2019 | 3D Design, Maker | 0

Are you always looking for creative ideas for your classroom bulletin boards? Here’s one idea that I’ve used to infuse the maker spirit here at TCEA.

Must-Have Maker and Robot Tech Gifts This Holiday

by Peggy Reimers | Dec 7, 2018 | 3D Design, Maker, Robotics | 0

Hoping to please a maker near you this holiday season? Check out these great ideas for gifting your maker and robotics staff.

Scaffolding Resources for SketchUp Pro

by Dr. Bruce Ellis | Oct 24, 2018 | 3D Design, Maker | 1

Regardless of your skill level using SketchUp Pro, you are sure to find these helpful tutorials a great addition in gaining new skills and insights.

Design Thinking Learning

by Miguel Guhlin | Jun 29, 2018 | 3D Design, Content Areas, Professional Learning | 0

Wondering how to encourage STEAM/STEM in all content areas, as well as ensure relevance of Maker Movement, 3D printing and coding? Try design thinking.

Make Thinking Physical: Coding Your Creations

by Miguel Guhlin | Jun 28, 2018 | 3D Design, Coding/Computer Science, Maker, STEM/STEAM | 0

Making thinking visible is so yesteryear. With new digital tools, we can now make thinking physical by building in virtual space or creating 3D designs.

Nerdy Fun with LEGOs

by Dr. Bruce Ellis | Jun 21, 2018 | 3D Design, Maker | 0

Use one of the easy tools to “brickify” your 3D object file and then create your masterpiece out of LEGOs! You will look like a LEGO genius!