EMERGING

TECHNOLOGY:
3-D PRINTING
ALISON MURDOCK
EDU 214 1005
ASSIGNMENT 7
 DESCRIPTION

• Also known as Additive Manufacturing (AM)

• The design is found in the digital file uploaded to the computer or specific app
• This file is then sent to the printer
• Printing starts with the base of the object
• The printing completes at the top level of the object
3. D PRINTING IN THE CLASSROOM

• Best for STEM classes

• There is a visible improvement in student’s skills to design and build
• Students are encouraged to learn through trial and error as faults in designs are examined
• Problem solving skills are enhanced with hands-on learning
• Concepts learned are given a practical application
PROS AND CONS FOR 3-D PRINTING IN THE
CLASSROOM
Pros Cons
• Enhance formal learning • Usability is strongly influenced by teacher’s
• Accessibility made easier through tutorials, capability
apps, and websites • Limited School budgets cannot justify purchase
of 3-D printer
• Increases students’ motivation to learn
• Less wasted material compared to CNC
machining
 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Product links:
• 3-D Printer:
• https://www.makerbot.com/
• https://digilab.dremel.com/
• Onshape software:
https://www.onshape.com/en/resource-center/t
ech-tips/your-guide-to-successful-3d-printing
3-D PRINTERS

Makerbot Dremel Digilab

 RESEARCH ARTICLE: “THE FUTURE OF 3D
PRINTING IN EDUCATION

• Link for pro Quest article:

https://www.proquest.com/magazines/future-3d-printing-education/docview/1927643316/se-2?accou
ntid=201395
CITATIONS

• Stuart, N. (2017, Aug 10). The future of 3D printing in education. The Engineer (Online), Retrieved from
http://ezproxy.library.csn.edu/login?url=https://www-proquest-com.ezproxy.library.csn.edu/magazines/
future-3d-printing-education/docview/1927643316/se-2?accountid=27953