# Module 01

# The Possibilities of Digital Fabrication in K-12 Education

Create learning tools using digital fabrication

FLA Schedule

This introductory module lays the groundwork for educators seeking to integrate maker practices and digital fabrication processes into educational environments. Participating educators explore the maker mindset, understand its impact in education and examine different learning theories that support these practices.

# Topics

SCIENCE OF LEARNING

Maker Mindset
TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) vs FLA Educational Model
Constructionism theory
Socio emotional learning

TECHNOLOGY

Overview of Maker Movement
2D design
First steps in digital fabrication: Vinyl Cutting and Laser Cutting)

INNOVATIVE PRACTICES

Digital Fabrication for kids.
Structuring a project using design process model