In recent years, the push to enhance student learning in science, technology, engineering and math has been very strong. It’s easy to understand the need to create students that are well versed in core STEM concepts. The challenge lies in the classroom. What can you do to naturally draw out student interest in learning? What programs work the best? Are there … Read More
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We have much to share with you from the world of fischertechnik. For one, at this year’s Fan Club Day, a World Record was achieved! A bridge 45 meters long, has been constructed entirely out of fischertechnik building blocks. The bridge, modeled after the famous Russky Bridge in Russia, used approximately 53,000 parts. Earning it the title of the largest model ever built … Read More
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The Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) hosts a state-wide convention every year to bring together some of the brightest minds from around the world and discuss how technology is being used in classrooms. From primary schools to higher education, the annual TCEA Convention & Exposition encourages educators and academic professionals to explore best practices for engaging students and innovating learning … Read More
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Dremel recently made its 3D printer, the Dremel Idea Builder, available to classrooms everywhere. The new academic kit also includes Dremel Dreams, an educational program specifically developed to introduce digital technology in your classroom. As the fastest out-of-the box solution with easy-to-use, built-in software, your students can start building 3D designs in a matter of minutes. Dream Big with Dremel The … Read More
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NewTek is a software company that creates a number of live and post-production video tools as well as visual imaging programs. Many people know NewTek from their popular visual imaging software Lightwave 3D. Beyond Lightwave, NewTek also creates video production software such as TriCaster, 3Play, and TalkShow Skype. They also offer a great 3D Sculpting Solution called ChronoSculpt. And, lastly, they have 3D Motion … Read More
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How does interactive 3d technology and Leonar3Do help in education? The one word answer is the “WOW-effect”. 3D visualized curriculum piques students’ interest. Full engagement from students makes them thinkbetter. The engagement can be further increased with the possibility of interaction with the digital curriculum. “Digital” is an important keyword. Why? Because digitization allows us to visualize anything in the virtual … Read More
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If you teach science this information is going to excite you! Fourier Education has developed a game-changing new line of products known as the einstein™ Science Learning Platform. Their goal in creating the einstein™ Science Learning Platform was to empower teachers and inspire students to explore the world around them more by offering an engaging science learning experience. Transforming Science … Read More
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If you are a regular reader of this page, you’re probably quite accustomed to hearing me talk about all the great ways fischertechnik can be used to explore engineering, robotics and other STEM related fields. You’ve probably also heard me say that the ideal way to use fischertechnik in the classroom is to use the instructions which come with each … Read More
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