sbegum.03-22-2024

The podcast is about the use of 3D printing in education. The speaker, Simaha Begum, is a technology teacher who is passionate about integrating innovative technologies into the educational landscape. 3D printing allows students to design and create objects, promoting hands-on experiential learning and making complex ideas more accessible. It also nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills. Though there are challenges like cost and accessibility, 3D printing is becoming more affordable and user-friendly. The speaker encourages further exploration of 3D printing in education. Hello, and welcome to my podcast on technology education. I'm thrilled to have you join me today as we dive into the fascinating world of 3D printing and its application in the classroom. So yeah, we are going to exploring the world of 3D printing in education. But first, let me introduce myself. My name is Simaha Begum, and I'm a technology teacher, educator, passionate about integrating innovative technologies into the educational landscape. Today I'm excited to share with you one of the most revolutionary advancement in this field, which is 3D printing. Now imagine a classroom where students can turn their imagination into reality, where they can design, create, and innovate without limits. Yes, that is part of 3D printing. So what exactly is 3D printing? At its core, it's a manufacturing process that creates three-dimensional objects from a digital life, digital file, instead of traditional subtractive manufacturing methods where materials are cut away, 3D printing is additive, layer by layer, and it builds up the object. Now why is this technology so significant in education? Well, let me tell you, 3D printing promotes hands-on experiential learning. It allows students to engage with abstract concepts in a tangible way, making complex ideas more accessible and understandable. If we picture the student design and printing geometric shapes to understand spatial relationship in mathematics or creating models of historical artifacts to bring history lessons to life, the possibilities are truly endless. Moreover, 3D printing nurtures critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration skills, essential competences for success in the 21st century. Of course, like any technology, 3D printing does come with its challenges, such as cost and accessibility. However, with the increasing availability of affordable printers and user-friendly software, these barriers are gradually being overcome. As our time together comes to a close, I encourage you to explore the world of 3D printing further, whether you are an educator looking to enhance your classroom or simply curious about emerging technologies. There's so much to discover and create. And thank you for tuning into my podcast today. I hope you found this introduction to 3D printing in education insightful and inspiring. Until next time, keep innovating and embracing the possibilities of technology in teaching and learning. Thank you.