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Makeblock: Open-source Maker Sets for the 21st Century

kristielFebruary 11, 2016All Topics

Often referred to as “Lego for adults”, Makeblock engages a builder’s fondness for construction sets with the application of technology. These sets are actually great for makers of all ages, because they are so easily and quickly put together. Like Lego, many Makeblock sets use a construction process that allows each piece to slot together without the need for nuts … Read More

Discovering the Logic Process Behind the Lights

std-adminJuly 3, 2012All Topics, fischertechnik

At times in a student’s learning process it can become difficult to justify what they have learned with the real world objects or uses that surround us in life. “Why do we need to learn this” and “How will this help us in the future” are frequent questions asked in classroom around the world.

Minecraft Surpasses 20 Million Registered Users

std-adminJanuary 17, 2012All Topics

I felt a need to understand why this game has become so addictive for my boys and their friends. Its retro look focuses on construction and creativity. Think Lego blocks, but on-screen with no instruction manual. Besides this component, there is considerable freedom to design and pursue your nonlinear objective.

Unity 3.5 Presented Live

std-adminOctober 6, 2011All Topics, New Releases

Unity 3.5 Pro gaming development software to create awesome games using interactive 3D on the web, IOS, Android, Consoles and Beyond was presented live for the first time. The new version has many improvements and additions to game production making the games bigger and better, adding more than 30 new features, tons of performance optimizations, a big engine upgrade and … Read More

Fun Ideas from Teachers (courtesy of K12Lab Powered by LabVIEW)

std-adminAugust 31, 2011NI | National Instruments

Looking for inspiration for Back-to-School projects? Look no further! K12Lab has some great material that you can utilize for your class. Hot trends this month include…

Game Development Software – Unity 3 – Now Available at Studica.com

std-adminJuly 12, 2011All Topics, New Releases

Unity Technologies has been able to revolutionize the game industry with the progressive development platform that is Unity. The platform is used for interactive 3D and game creation. There are over half a million registered users including LEGO, NASA, Coca-Cola, Disney and many more.

New Resource for Teachers & Students- K12Lab.com powered by LabVIEW

std-adminApril 5, 2011NI | National Instruments

K12Lab is a resource for motivated teachers who want to find and share creative ways to engage students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) coursework.