Thanks to projects like Code.org and MIT Scratch, students can encounter ideas from computer science using rich puzzle interfaces. Using these puzzle interfaces, students grow their skills of creativity and critical thinking while building something fun. Puzzle based programming interfaces put emphasis on the student learning sequencing, loops, and connecting appropriate Read more…
I love it when I find a tool that combines my two favorite hobbies: music and computers. A gifted programmer named Sam Aaron has created an engaging tool for teaching music and code to makers young and old entitled Sonic-Pi. The tool delightfully blends an introduction to Ruby programming and Read more…
On our blog InspiredToEducate.NET, we have reflected on the benefits of learning by making. It has been fun putting project based learning ideas into action at our new makerspace. Our team has been given the opportunity to implement project based learning experiences in community meetups. Our team has completed some informal Read more…
Join us Dec 5th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. You’re welcome to design and make anything! We’ll also offer a workshop on building winter wonder lands using Minecraft and TinkerCAD.com, a music jam session, and a DIY Christmas ornament workspace. Hope to see you there! Top Read more…
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To help inspire the next generation of scientists and technology professionals, the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins organized the Georgia Kids STEM Day on 8/16/2014. It was a pleasure to see the museum education team and volunteers across middle Georgia come together to help kids from 2nd to 5th Read more…
For tinkers, artists, and students interested in 3D modeling, I wanted to share my review of 123D Sculpt by @AutoDesk. At the time of this writing, you can only find this app on the iOS app store. I find that I gravitate toward using my desktop computer for Read more…
Massimo Banzi has started a movement. He invented a computer technology to teach his student artists and designers how to create simple electronics and prototype products in weeks. (not months) The Arduino has helped make electronics tinkering accessible to creatives young and old with a broad range of skill levels. Read more…
In the past, the world of 3D modeling belonged to engineers and designers. Most 3D modeling software was hard to use and expensive. The folks at TinkerCAD.com have created a delightful web based tool for artists, students, and creative technology professionals . With this tool, you can Read more…
Inspiring and fun day of reflection, making and tinkering. Check out the project ideas, blog posts, and resources. Thanks Sylvia and Gary for the great day! You guys are my inspiration. [View the story “#InventToLearn #ISTE2014 Workshop: Projects and Inspiration” on Storify] Posts From InspiredToEducate.NET 10+ Lessons To Read more…