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IGO3D Education – The Digital Classroom
The digital classroom supports, with the help of IGO3D Education teachers at all educational institutions in integrating 3D printing technologies into lessons and extracurricular groups.
IGO3D Education acts as a free, open and collaborative network of educators, users and manufacturers of 3D printing systems who want to exchange ideas with one another, share their experiences in working with 3D printing, publish their projects, extracurricular groups, curricula and lesson ideas, and offer support.
In addition, the network gives pilot schools that already have experience implementing 3D printing technologies in everyday school life the opportunity to help other schools gain easier access to the technology. For this additional commitment, our ambassador schools receive various benefits in the IGO3D Education-Program.
Integrating 3D Printing into Teaching
Through the continuous transformation toward a digital learning environment, new teaching tools, teaching methods and learning requirements are emerging.
The integration of 3D printing into lessons refers to the use of additive manufacturing technologies as an educational tool to support the learning process and enrich students' learning experience.
IGO3D Education helps educators give students simple and fast access to 3D printers, the relevant software and materials, and enables them to design their own 3D models and manufacture them physically themselves.
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3D printing uniquely combines digital media with the physical tangibility of 3D printed models.
The importance of 3D printing in lessons for students:
The integration of 3D printing can take place in various subjects and areas of instruction. For example, students can create 3D models of molecules or organs in science, print geometric shapes in mathematics, develop their own sculptures or prototypes in art and design, or design functional components or mechanisms in technology and engineering.
3D printing integrated into lessons or extracurricular groups enables learners to develop their creative and technical skills, better understand complex concepts, strengthen and apply their problem-solving abilities, and gain practical experience. It promotes collaboration, critical thinking, self-reflection and the application of knowledge and science in real-world situations.
The importance of 3D printing in lessons for teachers:
Teachers can use 3D printing technology as an educational tool to enrich lessons and support their students' learning process. This opens up new opportunities and challenges:
For example, building competence in basic knowledge of 3D printing and how 3D printers work, as well as the different properties of printing materials and the use of software tools.
Educators integrate 3D printing into their lesson planning. They identify learning objectives, activities and tasks that can be achieved or implemented with 3D printing. With the support of IGO3D Education they ensure easy access to 3D printers, materials and 3D design software.
Teachers play a significant role in guiding and supporting students during 3D printing projects. They help students create 3D models, monitor the printing process and independently find solutions to problems. This allows educators to help learners achieve the educational goals of the project.
3D printing in the classroom requires a certain level of infrastructure and knowledge transfer. Teachers need quick and easy access to 3D printers and materials, and they need to complete training in order to use the technology effectively in lessons.
Mit dem open access to 3D printing technologies IGO3D Education is aimed at all educational institutions and teachers, with the goal of working together with other users, 3D printing experts such as IGO3D and manufacturers participating in the network to discover and unlock the potential of additive manufacturing in the digital learning environment.
IGO3D Education supports schools through many years of know-how, the provision of suitable hardware and training measures. In addition, everyone involved in the network receives exclusive service and support, attractive financing options, access to exclusive education packages and additional rewards for their commitment.
At the heart of IGO3D Education are:
- Pooling knowledge, experience and expertise
- Support in integrating 3D printing technologies into all educational institutions
- Efficient lesson preparation with carefully selected teaching materials, video tutorials and expert tips
- Building partnerships and relationships with one another and with innovative companies that support education projects in the additive manufacturing environment
- Connecting users at schools with 3D printing experts in order to provide inspiration and create the best possible support for integrating 3D printing at schools
Students love 3D printing
"We use the Ultimaker so that students can train their spatial awareness by designing more complex objects. In the process, objects such as toys are reconstructed, their own works of art are created, replacement parts for broken everyday items are produced, and much more."
Kronschnabl, teacher – Robert-Koch-Gymnasium Deggendorf
Perfect for 3D printing in the classroom:
The MakerBot Sketch Sprint 3D printer offers a fast, safe and easy-to-use solution for classroom use. With a print speed of 250 mm/s, it enables maximum use of lesson time.
With comprehensive resources and certifications, it supports teachers and students in integrating 3D printing into lessons.
The partners of IGO3D Education
In close collaboration with our partners in the education sector, we have set ourselves the goal of supporting young talent who approach future technologies with curiosity, learn them, apply them and evaluate them.
As a company, you also have various opportunities to support IGO3D Education throughout Germany. From individual 3D printers to exciting projects and close partnerships with member schools. Companies are important education partners for future young professionals. Your commitment can help teachers integrate 3D printing technologies into the learning environment and introduce digital education at an early stage.
IGO3D Education Success Stories
Opening of PEARS Jewish Campus Berlin:
How students successfully learn and work with 3D printers:
A student prints an entire violin with a 3D printer:
A student who plays the violin – nothing unusual, Arthur Wohlfahrt thought.
The eleventh-grade student at Carl-Friedrich-Gauß-Schule in Hemmingen designs and prints an acoustic violin using only an Ultimaker printer. Learn more about this extraordinary project and experience the sound of the instrument in the video.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles opens Digitalization Campus:
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is opening its first Digitalization Campus in Hanover. Digital learning methods, creativity, communication and collaboration are topics implemented on the digital campus. Trainees will find a project- and problem-oriented learning environment where they can develop their interdisciplinary skills through a self-directed approach. As part of a unique learning project, Volkswagen is developing its own training system – the "factory model". Here, trainees have the opportunity to discover and apply innovative technologies. On a scale of 1:18, learners simulate automated vehicle production. Digital topics such as 3D printing, programming, data exchange between machine and mobile device, and collaborative robots are taught interactively. All production areas are digitally networked. The learning location optimally prepares trainees as young professionals for deployment in the company.
Interested educational institutions and companies have the opportunity to experience new technologies live at the exhibition grounds in Hanover and get to know them.
Image rights: OBS/VW Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge AG/HENNING SCHEFFEN PHOTOGRAPHY