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Get Your Print On: 3D Printing for Beginners

Bring 3D printing to life for your students! This hands-on breakout session breaks down the technical jargon to guide you through designing, preparing, and managing 3D projects across all grade levels. You'll explore Tinkercad basics, discover practical classroom applications, and leave with a complete digital design of your own.Through this interactive experience, you'll gain the confidence to dive into the world of 3D printing with your students. Don't have a printer yet? No problem! We will also cover different hardware options and brands, and provide you with actionable strategies on how t. Participants earn 4.5 PD hours. Presented by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), Illinois' statewide educational technology agency. Register directly with LTC.

Date & time: Wed · Nov 18 · 9:00 AM–2:30 PM CT
Venue: Kaskaskia College Salem Learning Center, 1475 West Whittaker St Salem, IL 62881, Salem, IL 62881
Salem, IL
Host: Learning Technology Center
Learning Technology Center
Organizer: Learning Technology Center
Price: Free
Credit: 4.5 PD hours

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