Loved this reflection, Dale! One tool that's been quietly great for the 'I can make something' moment: Cubie (cubie.one) — a browser editor for designing articulated print-in-place toys. Kids build characters block by block, joints are placed automatically, model comes off the printer already moving. No CAD, no setup. Kids design their own character in one sitting and walk away with a physical moving toy — fits perfectly into 'access to tools + time to make something based on their own ideas'
The biggest game changer this year has been investing in the ChompSaw. I’ve been diverging into more low-tech, cardboard-centric projects for my young learners and my students have been so much more creative with the new tool!
I am cautiously optimistic that we will see a surge in demand for hands on learning - maker centered learning because of the growing concerns related to screen time in education. I hope the Maker Ed movement is able to meet the moment.
Loved this reflection, Dale! One tool that's been quietly great for the 'I can make something' moment: Cubie (cubie.one) — a browser editor for designing articulated print-in-place toys. Kids build characters block by block, joints are placed automatically, model comes off the printer already moving. No CAD, no setup. Kids design their own character in one sitting and walk away with a physical moving toy — fits perfectly into 'access to tools + time to make something based on their own ideas'
The biggest game changer this year has been investing in the ChompSaw. I’ve been diverging into more low-tech, cardboard-centric projects for my young learners and my students have been so much more creative with the new tool!
I am cautiously optimistic that we will see a surge in demand for hands on learning - maker centered learning because of the growing concerns related to screen time in education. I hope the Maker Ed movement is able to meet the moment.