https://www.matterhackers.com/education The latest on 3D Printing from MatterHackers Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT en-us 60 https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/free-stem-lesson-toy-robot https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/free-stem-lesson-toy-robot Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to design custom robots for 3D printing in the classroom to engage middle and high school students in STEAM learning with product design. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/top-ten-tips-when-getting-started-with-3d-printing https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/top-ten-tips-when-getting-started-with-3d-printing Wed, 29 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT Starting anything new will always have a learning curve, but an article like this can help make that curve an easier climb. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3D-printing-ornament-diversity-lesson https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3D-printing-ornament-diversity-lesson Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT 3D printing lesson created by educator Jackie Derr that allows students to discuss their diverse background while gaining knowledge and understanding of their fellow classmates https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-paleontology-lessons https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-paleontology-lessons Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Treading new ground in K-12 STEM and engaging students with a topic kids love, iDigFossils designed dozens of open source 3D Printing lessons aligned with NGSS standards. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-lesson-planters https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-lesson-planters Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT 3D Printing curriculum for K-12 students: How to design and 3D print customized planters by MatterHackers Education Ambassador Jesus Huerta https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/grant-writing-101 https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/grant-writing-101 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Bill White, Applied Engineering & Technology Teacher, shares his tried-and-true methods for securing grant funds to bring quality, reliable supplies to his classroom. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/a-teachers-guide-to-printlab https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/a-teachers-guide-to-printlab Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT An educator's overview of the 3D Printing lesson plan and professional development portal, PrintLab, with example projects from the student and teacher's perspective. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printed-educational-models-for-the-visually-impaired https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printed-educational-models-for-the-visually-impaired Sun, 19 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Neal McKenzie is an educator dedicated to spreading the word about how 3D printing and design can help the visually impaired. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-many-3d-printers-does-your-classroom-need https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-many-3d-printers-does-your-classroom-need Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT A look at the benefits of having multiple machines in the classroom, how to manage them, and how to develop a 3D printing schedule for student use. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/solidworks-apps-for-kids-overview https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/solidworks-apps-for-kids-overview Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT MatterHackers Education Ambassador and STEAM specialist Steven Jones reviews SolidWorks Apps for Kids, a 3D design software suite for students https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/matterhackers-education-ambassador-david-williams https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/matterhackers-education-ambassador-david-williams Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT David Williams is the founder of the ITEM-Alliance of Educators and Head of Technology at the British International School of Washington, and STEM teacher for over 17 years https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-jesus-huerta https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-jesus-huerta Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Jesus Huerta is a 3D Printing MatterHackers Education Ambassador, CUE Director of STEAM for Imperial Valley, and a 6th grade teacher at Calexico Unified School District https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-jackie-derr https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-jackie-derr Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Jackie Derr is a 3D Printing MatterHackers Education Ambassador and STEM teacher at Perrysburg Jr. High School with over 22 years of teaching experience. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/facilitate-student-agency-through-3d-design-challenges https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/facilitate-student-agency-through-3d-design-challenges Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Featured at NSTA and ISTE, Steven Jones leads an informative session on developing student empathy and 3D design and fabrication skills through design challenges. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/student-prototype-to-print https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/student-prototype-to-print Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Featured at NSTA and ISTE, David Williams outlines the tools and methods used to teach students how to design and 3D print their ideas into reality https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-bill-white https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-bill-white Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Bill White is a 3D Printing MatterHackers Education Ambassador and Applied Engineering & Technology Teacher at Avonworth Middle/High School with 17 years of experience https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/featured-matterhackers-education-ambassador-steven-jones https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/featured-matterhackers-education-ambassador-steven-jones Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Steven Jones is an Instructional Technology Coordinator and STEAM Specialist in Arlington, VA and a MatterHackers Education Ambassador since 2020. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/affordable-3d-printers-for-the-classroom https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/affordable-3d-printers-for-the-classroom Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Featured at ISTE, a 5-minute session on providing hands-on 3D printing experience to students in virtual and in-person classrooms alike by affordably providing tools at home. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/meaningful-3d-printing-in-virtual-classrooms-beyond https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/meaningful-3d-printing-in-virtual-classrooms-beyond Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Introducing 3D Design and 3D Printing to students to empower their creativity and integrating STEAM-based subjects in the virtual classroom and beyond. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/nocti-america-makes-additive-manufacturing-credentials https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/nocti-america-makes-additive-manufacturing-credentials Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Your high school could be a test site for new NOCTI/America Makes Additive Manufacturing Credential! An exciting opportunity for high schools with 3D printing or additive manufacturing programs. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-review-pulse-xe-3d-printer https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/education-ambassador-review-pulse-xe-3d-printer Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Applied Engineering & Technology Teacher, Bill White, gives an in-depth review of the Pulse XE 3D Printer for the classroom and more. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/designing-3d-printing-innovations-in-education https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/designing-3d-printing-innovations-in-education Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT November 2018 Hacker of the Month, Rumela Bose, helps educators and students incorporate 3D printing in the classroom. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/developing-3d-printing-curriculum-in-education https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/developing-3d-printing-curriculum-in-education Wed, 05 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Technology Professional Development Specialist, Rebecca Buckhoff creates and implements 3D printing curriculum for Moreno Valley Unified School District. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/case-study-3d-printing-in-k-12-and-higher-education https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/case-study-3d-printing-in-k-12-and-higher-education Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT 3D printing is quickly becoming an indispensable tool for teaching concepts across all subjects while engaging students like never before. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/pawsthetics-using-3d-printing-to-give-pets-a-second-chance https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/pawsthetics-using-3d-printing-to-give-pets-a-second-chance Mon, 30 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT Pawsthetics is a Colorado company leveraging 3D printing to bring assistance to pets and animals that need prosthetic replacements. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-the-syndaver-open-source-healthcare-mannequin https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-the-syndaver-open-source-healthcare-mannequin Tue, 27 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Learn how 3D printing is delivering higher practice standards for healthcare professionals using high-tech mannequins. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d4e-3d-printing-design-showcase-at-usc https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d4e-3d-printing-design-showcase-at-usc Mon, 30 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT We hang out with students from 3D4E to learn about all the awesome 3D printing projects they are working on. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/bringing-a-life-size-3d-printed-robot-to-life https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/bringing-a-life-size-3d-printed-robot-to-life Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT High school student, Sean Cheong, is on a mission to fabricate and assemble a life-size, 3D printed robot; Project 'Bot 44! https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/using-3d-printing-to-save-marine-wildlife https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/using-3d-printing-to-save-marine-wildlife Sat, 26 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Learn how Emily Ruhl is using 3D printers to recreate artificial marine habitats to help coral reef fish find homes. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-inspires-at-risk-student-to-become-an-educator https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-inspires-at-risk-student-to-become-an-educator Tue, 24 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT Darius McCoy finds inspiration in 3D printing with the Digital Harbor Foundation and uses his newfound passion to educate other students. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-tank-wars-at-caltech https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-tank-wars-at-caltech Tue, 27 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Mara visits CalTech and meets The Riveters - an all-female team of engineers competing for top honors in a 3D printed tank battle! https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/girl-scouts-and-stem-in-3d-printing https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/girl-scouts-and-stem-in-3d-printing Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Girl Scout Troop 3288 comes to MatterHackers HQ to earn the Product Design badge for their STEM program! https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/using-3d-printing-to-connect-the-public-to-nature https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/using-3d-printing-to-connect-the-public-to-nature Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Using 3D imaging, biomodels are made of organisms living in tidepools for students near and far to 3D print and learn about. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/surgical-models-and-3d-printing-in-the-medical-profession https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/surgical-models-and-3d-printing-in-the-medical-profession Tue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Discover how 3D printing is transforming and revolutionizing the healthcare industry. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/careers-in-3d-printing https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/careers-in-3d-printing Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT It's not just a fad. Explore how people are using 3D printers in their careers and why it's important to teach the next generation about this growing technology. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-in-education-beyond-stem https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printing-in-education-beyond-stem Wed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT Many educators think that 3D printers are only used in math and science classes. Not true! Meet two educators who are getting creative with 3D printing in the classroom and achieving breakthrough results in both K-12 and higher education settings. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/how-to-build-a-successful-makerspace https://www.matterhackers.com/news/how-to-build-a-successful-makerspace Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT Find out the necessary components to create an effective space for your maker community. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-to-use-tinkercad-3d-modeling-software https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-to-use-tinkercad-3d-modeling-software Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Learn how to use Tinkercad, the reliable and user-friendly 3D modeling software. Perfect for educators, students, and makers alike, Tinkercad will help take the ideas you have to printable form as smoothly as possible. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-to-succeed-when-printing-in-pla https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/how-to-succeed-when-printing-in-pla Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT Discover the best practices for 3D printing with PLA filament - from finding the right temperature, to which surfaces to 3D print on, this step-by-step guide will help you succeed with 3D printing PLA. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/how-one-educator-is-using-3d-printing-in-the-classroom https://www.matterhackers.com/news/how-one-educator-is-using-3d-printing-in-the-classroom Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Theater masks, rockets, e-NABLE hands and more - see how Ashley Ricart, our January Hacker of the Month, is using 3D printing in the classroom. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/the-three-states-of-matter https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/the-three-states-of-matter Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Students will learn, design, and 3D print the three stages of matter. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printed-california-mission-model https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printed-california-mission-model Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Brooke Peterson, our May Hacker of the Month, used 3D printing to create a mission model for her fourth grade project. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/finding-the-right-3d-modeling-software-for-you https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/finding-the-right-3d-modeling-software-for-you Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Looking for the best 3D modeling software? Look no further! This simple guide will solve your problem and get you moving in the right direction. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/native-american-homes-lesson-plan https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/native-american-homes-lesson-plan Mon, 05 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Students will study, design, and 3D print various Native American Homes. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/get-involved-with-e-nable https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/get-involved-with-e-nable Mon, 11 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT Join the e-NABLE community and 3D print assistive devices for those in need. This guide will walk you through the steps of considering which 3D printer you'll need to print e-NABLE devices. https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printer-troubleshooting-guide https://www.matterhackers.com/articles/3d-printer-troubleshooting-guide Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT Use this guide to help you identify and solve the most common issues that may occur while 3D printing. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-a-wooden-glider https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-a-wooden-glider Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Much has been made of the new wood-based 3D printing filament, so we thought we'd try it out by printing a toy plane. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-spotlight:-an-interview-with-the-inventor-of-the-rufus-cuff https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-spotlight:-an-interview-with-the-inventor-of-the-rufus-cuff Wed, 30 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT The Rufus Cuff was designed with the help of a 3D Printer. We had a chance to sit down for a brief interview with the CEO of Rufus Labs. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-workshop-southern-california https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printing-workshop-southern-california Tue, 16 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT Live in Southern California and want to learn more about 3-D printing? Check out this upcoming workshop. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/collapsible-3d-printed-surf-boards https://www.matterhackers.com/news/collapsible-3d-printed-surf-boards Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Dylan George created a collapsible surfboard thanks to 3D printing. Learn about his process and how 3D printing can enhance your hobbies. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printers-for-peace-contest-announces-winners https://www.matterhackers.com/news/3d-printers-for-peace-contest-announces-winners Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT Who says 3D printers can’t save the world? https://www.matterhackers.com/news/an-artistic-perspective-on-printing-outside-the-box https://www.matterhackers.com/news/an-artistic-perspective-on-printing-outside-the-box Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT From giant statues to hydroponics, MatterHackers' July Hacker of the Month, Andrew Harmon, designs and constructs art pieces in addition to functional projects. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/design-for-manufacturing-injection-molding-versus-3d-printing https://www.matterhackers.com/news/design-for-manufacturing-injection-molding-versus-3d-printing Tue, 23 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT Understand the differences when designing for injection molding vs. 3D printing - this knowledge will help you create the best components for any product. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/automatic-print-leveling-in-mattercontrol https://www.matterhackers.com/news/automatic-print-leveling-in-mattercontrol Wed, 18 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT The latest release of MatterControl (version 0.9.0) adds software-based, automatic print-leveling and height calibration as an optional new feature. https://www.matterhackers.com/news/farmbot:-the-open-source,-cnc-farming-robot https://www.matterhackers.com/news/farmbot:-the-open-source,-cnc-farming-robot Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT FarmBot, MatterHackers' October Hacker of the Month, makes traditional agriculture a thing of the past thanks to 3D printed cultivation.