Week03

1. Are you planning to use the fabricated object in your classroom? If so, how?

I created a hinge as my 3D-printed object, which I plan to incorporate into my classroom activities. This hinge can be used in multiple ways to support learning:

Engineering & Mechanics Lessons: Demonstrating how hinges function in everyday objects like doors, toolboxes, and even robotics. Prototyping & Design Thinking: Encouraging students to integrate the hinge into their own projects, such as making small storage boxes or mechanical models. Math Applications: Exploring angles and movement in geometry lessons by measuring the hinge’s range of motion.

2. Think on a learning activity involving 3D printing. How could it be aligned with your curriculum / standard? What are the challenges?

A possible learning activity would be designing a simple mechanical object (e.g., a folding book stand, a pencil case with a hinge, or a robotic claw). This aligns with STEM standards in engineering design (NGSS) and problem-solving in math.

Challenges:

Tolerance & Fit Issues: Students may struggle with designing proper tolerances for moving parts. Print Failures: Ensuring students understand print settings and material considerations. Time Constraints: Printing multiple iterations may take longer than expected.

3. Have you started an educational portfolio? Why or why not? . In your opinion which are the advantages of having these education portfolios? How do evaluate success a learning activity and how do you keep track of possible modification/improvements ideas?

I do not have a formal educational portfolio, but I do maintain a folder with lesson plans I’ve created. I’m not sure if that qualifies as the same thing, but if an educational portfolio involves documenting student work, project outcomes, and reflections, I may need to expand my approach.

Having an educational portfolio offers several advantages. It helps track student progress and assess the effectiveness of lessons over time. Additionally, it serves as a valuable reference for refining and adapting lesson plans based on what works best in the classroom. A portfolio can also act as a showcase of student projects and teaching methods, which can be useful for securing grants, professional development opportunities, or collaborations with other educators.

To evaluate and improve learning activities, I focus on student engagement, project outcomes, and feedback. I observe whether students are excited about the activity and actively problem-solving, which indicates their level of interest and understanding. The quality of their final projects also provides insight into how well they grasp the concepts. Additionally, gathering student reflections and feedback helps identify areas for improvement. To keep track of possible modifications, I take notes on challenges that arise, such as difficulties with design tolerances or print settings, and adjust future lessons accordingly.

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