Printing an object from the 3D printer is something everyone should experience. It truly is something of the future. The advancements in technology that this printer has provided has changed things in many fields. However, even after reading the information over 3D printing I still think I am sticking to my own point of views on it. Although the articles make good points, I still think at this time there isn't a great need for 3D printing in the classroom setting.
The 3D printer itself is already pricey enough. To continue to pay for the materials to run the printer would get to costly in my opinion. Also, any school of a decent size would most likely have to purchase more than one printer for their teachers to use since the ratio of teachers to the printer would be high and the print time can get very lengthy.
I do realize that if they are able to be purchase and comfortably used then it would be useful. Teachers could print tools to help them with their teaching. It would also be very beneficial to use in a Gifted and Talented class. The GT students could print parts to work on engineering type projects and to make math models.
All in all, I think that if the school can easily purchase and provide the printer and materials to keep it running they should do it, but if the school is unable to do so they shouldn't feel like they are being left out since there are still so many other schools that have to do without too.
I am glad you have fun and we learn together!! 3D printing is a technology that allows users to turn any digital file into a three dimensional physical product. One of the good things about this printing technology is that it changes the dynamic of consumer culture. In other words, it turns users from being passive consumers to active creators!
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