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Introducing Stem Education Through A 3d Printing Demonstration, Emily Vrbas, Kennedy Rickard
Introducing Stem Education Through A 3d Printing Demonstration, Emily Vrbas, Kennedy Rickard
Apparel Merchandising and Product Development Undergraduate Honors Theses
This research project investigates the impact of a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) 3D printing presentation on a selected population and evaluates the need for further research on 3D printing as an introduction to STEM education. Participants completed a pre-survey measuring knowledge and interest in STEM education and 3D printing. A PowerPoint presentation demonstrated the viability of STEM education and careers and showed the variety of careers that utilize 3D printing. After the presentation, a demonstration of 3D printed small objects showed a sample of what is possible with the A5 3D printer. Each participant received a 3D printed …