Have you ever wondered if dinosaur bones inspired spooky tales? Join us for the Wednesday STEM session”Creepy Secrets of Dinosaur Bones“, where educators will dive into ancient skeletons and discover how fossils spawned legends. Evan Brus, Training and Development Specialist at EOS Education, will guide a fun, hands-on project using the Robo 3D printer. Students are also welcome!
Connecting subjects for deeper learning
Exploring a single topic can open the door to infinite discoveries on different topics. Take fossils, for example: Studying these ancient remains not only teaches students about dinosaurs, but also connects them to history, science, and storytelling. By incorporating 3D printingEducators can bring fossils to life, allowing students to design and create their own models. This hands-on approach enhances learning, makes abstract concepts more accessible, and sparks deeper curiosity in all topics. Integrating subjects like science and history encourages students to think critically and engage in more meaningful exploration.
Bring dinosaur fossils to life with Tinkercad and Robo E4
He Robo E4 3D Printer integrates seamlessly with Tinkercad, an easy-to-use web application perfect for students and educators looking to explore 3D design. To start, educators and students can search Tinkercad's extensive library of dinosaur fossil designs. Once they have selected a fossil, they can easily resize and customize it to fit the project requirements, ensuring it meets the desired specifications for their classroom lesson.
After completing the design, students export the file and send it directly to RoboPrint, the Robo E4's intuitive printing platform. RoboPrint automatically calibrates and prepares the design for printing, simplifying the process for users of all experience levels. With the push of a button, the Robo E4 brings the digital fossil to life, printing an accurate physical model ready for classroom exploration. This step-by-step process introduces students to the fundamentals of 3D design while reinforcing skills such as creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Combining the strong design capabilities of Tinkercad and the ease of use of the Robo E4 technology offers a dynamic and hands-on learning experience, helping students transform their ideas into real-world creations.
Research-Backed Benefits of Integrated Learning
Research shows that subject integration fosters a deeper understanding of content by help students make connections between topics. For younger students, studying dinosaur bones can involve designing simple 3D models of fossils in Tinkercad, allowing them to explore science and history simultaneously. They will then be able to print these models using the Robo E4 printer, sparking curiosity and strengthening their understanding of ancient creatures.
Older students can delve deeper by creating more complex designs, examining the anatomy of different dinosaur species, and even exploring the historical significance of fossil discoveries. This integrated learning boosts critical thinking and problem solving while preparing students to real world challenges in multiple disciplines.
Develop social skills critical for success
Integrating topics and incorporating 3D printing knowledge essential soft skills that benefit students as they progress from kindergarten onwards. These are the key soft skills developed through this engaging learning approach:
- Teamwork: Collaborative projects encourage students to work together, fostering a sense of community and the ability to share ideas and resources effectively.
- Communication: Students practice articulating their thoughts and comments during group activities, improving their verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- Troubleshooting: The iterative design process challenges students to identify and solve problems, increasing their ability to think critically and find solutions.
- Creativity: Transforming digital designs into physical objects allows students to express their ideas and explore innovative solutions, enriching their creative thinking.
- Perseverance: Working through design challenges teaches students the value of perseverance, helping them learn to overcome setbacks and stay committed to their projects.
These soft skills are invaluable for future academic challenges and real-world opportunities, making STEM Learning impressive and practical. By cultivating these skills, educators prepare students to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
Inspiring future careers through STEM exploration
This type of hands-on, integrated learning can also inspire students to think about future careers related to the content they explore. For example, students working with 3D printed fossils could imagine careers in paleontology, archeology, or even 3D design and layout. engineering. By showing how science, technology, and history are connected, students can see real-world applications of their learning, which can lead them to pursue careers in STEAM fields such as biomedical engineering, industrial design, or conservation science. Encouraging students to explore different topics and technologies broadens their understanding of potential career paths and helps them imagine themselves in future STEM roles.
Join us for the webinar
What are you waiting for? Discover the mysteries of dinosaur bones and the spooky stories they inspired! Join our Wednesday STEM session, “Spooky Secrets of Dinosaur Bones.” where educators will immerse themselves in ancient skeletons. Explore ancient skeletons through a hands-on project using the Robo 3D printer. Students are welcome to participate!
Register now to Creepy Secrets of Dinosaur Bones and inspire curiosity in your classroom!
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