The Invent To Learn Guide to 3D Printing in the Classroom: Recipes for Success (Invent to Learn Guides)

I've been interested in learning 3D Printing, from design to production, since I first heard of this new emerging technology. I happened to be browsing Amazon and found this ebook available for free for a limited time so I went ahead and downloaded it. I'm happy I did because now I feel I have a better understanding about the 3D printing process and how simple it can be. The author makes it look easy to do so if I do decide to create my own 3D products in the future based on what I've learned from this book I will feel more comfortable applying that knowledge. The book includes lots of great tips and information that you should be aware of and websites where you can see what other people have created, tools needed, software needed to design your products, as well as how to choose a good 3D printer, if you're looking to purchase one. It is good, not just for the classroom, but for anyone wanting to learn 3D Printing design and production.

Great practical ideas for using 3D printing as a tool for teaching and learning

This book is fantastic. I like how it demystifies the opportunity that 3D Printing avails learners in the classroom. It even has lesson plans and suggestions for how an educator can integrate it into the curriculum. I have a great deal of respect for the authors and feel that they produced a resource that should be read by anyone interested in adding another dimension to learning.

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The Invent To Learn Guide to 3D Printing in the Classroom was a great overview of the different types of 3D printers, CAD programs and what they are capable of, types of plastics used and why and some great projects to try using the different CAD type programs. I found this very informative and a great launching pad into 3D printing.

I quickly read through the book today. I am glad it was easy to read with a wealth of information. I needed a quick start up guide for working 3D in the classroom. There are several class activities that I can incorporate, as I work through a semester of classes. Can't wait to see more from these authors.

I inherited a MakerBot Replicator 2X when I moved into a new classroom space, and this text has been a great way to get my feet wet with the nuts and bolts of getting the most out of the printer without simply relying on designs from Thingverse. There's a lot here that fits with the CMK/MakerEd ethos of being willing to take off the teacher hat and put on a learner hat. The "recipes," while prescriptive, are helpful in making me feel at ease working with an expensive piece of school purchased equipment. I'm glad my school's Director of Libraries got this book, and can see it being a great resource in the year ahead as our middle school's makerspace takes off.

This is a quick read with everything you need to consider or know to start with 3D printing. Organization of the book makes it easy to refer back to key components.