Innovative Technology-based Solutions for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary STEM Education

Innovative Technology-based Solutions for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary STEM Education

Author: Cristina Hava Muntean

Publisher: Paragon Publishing

Published: 2019-09-23

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1782227148

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This book presents innovative technology-enhanced learning solutions for STEM education proposed by the EU Horizon 2020-funded NEWTON project by first highlighting the benefits and limitations of existing research work, e- learning systems and case studies that embedded technology in the teaching and learning process. NEWTON’s proposed innovative technologies and pedagogies include adaptive multimedia and multiple sensorial media, virtual reality, fabrication and virtual labs, gamification, personalisation, game-based learning and self-directed learning pedagogies. The main objectives are to encourage STEM education among younger generations and to attract students to STEM subjects, making these subjects more appealing and interesting. Real life deployment of NEWTON technologies and developed educational materials in over 20 European educational institutions at primary, secondary and tertiary levels demonstrated statistical significant increases in terms of learner satisfaction, learner motivation and knowledge acquisition.


3D Printing in Mathematics

3D Printing in Mathematics

Author: Maria Trnkova

Publisher: American Mathematical Society

Published: 2023-11-07

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1470469162

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This volume is based on lectures delivered at the 2022 AMS Short Course “3D Printing: Challenges and Applications” held virtually from January 3–4, 2022. Access to 3D printing facilities is quickly becoming ubiquitous across college campuses. However, while equipment training is readily available, the process of taking a mathematical idea and making it into a printable model presents a big hurdle for most mathematicians. Additionally, there are still many open questions around what objects are possible to print, how to design algorithms for doing so, and what kinds of geometries have desired kinematic properties. This volume is focused on the process and applications of 3D printing for mathematical education, research, and visualization, alongside a discussion of the challenges and open mathematical problems that arise in the design and algorithmic aspects of 3D printing. The articles in this volume are focused on two main topics. The first is to make a bridge between mathematical ideas and 3D visualization. The second is to describe methods and techniques for including 3D printing in mathematical education at different levels— from pedagogy to research and from demonstrations to individual projects. We hope to establish the groundwork for engaged academic discourse on the intersections between mathematics, 3D printing and education.


Research Anthology on Makerspaces and 3D Printing in Education

Research Anthology on Makerspaces and 3D Printing in Education

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-05-06

Total Pages: 771

ISBN-13: 1668462966

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Education has changed dramatically in recent years as educational technologies evolve and develop at a rapid pace. Teachers and institutions must constantly update their practices and curricula to match this changing landscape to ensure students receive the best education possible. 3D printing has emerged as a new technology that has the potential to enhance student learning and development. Moreover, the availability of makerspaces within schools and libraries allows students to utilize technologies that drive creativity. Further study on the strategies and challenges of implementation is needed for educators to appropriately adopt these learning practices. The Research Anthology on Makerspaces and 3D Printing in Education considers the benefits these technologies provide in relation to education as well as the various ways they can be utilized in the classroom for student learning. The book also provides a review of the difficulties educators face when implementing these technologies into their curricula and ensuring student success. Covering topics such as educational technologies, creativity, and online learning, this major reference work is ideal for administrators, principals, researchers, scholars, practitioners, academicians, instructors, and students.


Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD

Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD

Author: Colin Dow

Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd

Published: 2022-03-30

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1801811792

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A step-by-step full-color guide to OpenSCAD that makes 3D printing easier than ever Key Features Learn more about 3D printing technology and the software used to design your objects Discover the various FDM slicer programs used to create G-code for 3D printer jobs Use a slicer program to create G-code to run your 3D printer job Book DescriptionWant to bring your 3D designs to life with OpenSCAD, but don’t know where to start? Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD will teach you the key skills so that you can focus on your ideas, not troubleshooting your 3D printer. With the help of this book, you’ll build a solid foundation in 3D printing technology, the software used for designing your objects, and an analysis of the G-code produced by the 3D printer slicer software. You’ll also get to know your 3D printer and find out how to set up a printing job effortlessly — from configuring the parameters to build well-defined designs. Consider yourself a practical learner? Use real-world examples such as designing and printing a 3D name badge, model rocket, and laptop stand, to dive into the world of 3D printers build your skillset. By the end of this 3D printing book, you'll be ready to start designing and printing your own 3D printed products using OpenSCAD and being your ideas into reality.What you will learn Gain a solid understanding of 3D printers and 3D design requirements to start creating your own objects Prepare a 3D printer for a job starting from leveling the print bed and loading the filament Discover various OpenSCAD commands and use them to create shapes Understand how OpenSCAD compares to other CAD programs Get to grips with combining text and a cube to create an object Explore the common libraries in OpenSCAD Who this book is forThis book is for engineers, hobbyists, teachers, 3D printing enthusiasts, and individuals working in the field of 3D printing. Basic knowledge of setting up and running 3D printers will help you get the most of this book.


Technological Adoption and Trends in Health Sciences Teaching, Learning, and Practice

Technological Adoption and Trends in Health Sciences Teaching, Learning, and Practice

Author: Marcos-Pablos, Samuel

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-02-11

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 179988872X

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The use of technology in health sciences has a direct impact on health outcomes, as well as on the quality and the safety of healthcare processes. In addition, the use of new technological developments in medical education has proven to be greatly effective and creates realistic learning environments to experience procedures and devices that will become common in medical practice. However, bringing new technologies into the health sector is a complex task, which is why a comprehensive vision of the health sciences ecosystem (encompassing many different areas of research) is vital. Technological Adoption and Trends in Health Sciences Teaching, Learning, and Practice obtains an overview of the technological trends within the health sciences ecosystem, identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the research presented to date, and depicts possible future research directions within health science education and practice. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence and online laboratories, it is ideal for health sciences educators and practitioners, technological solution providers, health organizations, health and care workers, regulators, governing bodies, researchers, academicians, and students.


Artificial Intelligence Applications in a Pandemic

Artificial Intelligence Applications in a Pandemic

Author: Salah-ddine Krit

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13: 1000460274

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COVID-19, a novel coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our society in many ways. Digital healthcare innovations are required more than ever before as we come across myriad challenges during this pandemic. Scientists and developers are learning and finding a way to use artificial intelligence applications and natural language processing to comprehend and tackle this disease. AI technologies are playing an important role in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts are using all possible tools to study the virus, diagnose individuals, and analyze the public health impacts. This book is a collection of some of the leading efforts related to AI and COVID-19 focused on finding how AI can be helpful in monitoring the situation from early warnings, swift emergency responses, and critical decision-making. It discusses the use of machine learning and how it may help to reduce the impacts of this pandemic in conjunction with all other research and strategies going on. The book serves as a technical resource of data analytics and AI applications in tracking infectious diseases. It will serve academics, students, data scientists, medical practitioners, and anybody managing a global pandemic. Features: Directs the attention to the smart digital healthcare system in this COVID-19 pandemic. Simulates novel investigations and how they will be beneficial in understanding the pandemic. Presents the latest ideas developed for data scientists, doctors, engineers, and economists. Analyses the various issues related to computing, AI apps, big data analytic techniques, and predictive scientific skill gaps. Explains some interesting and diverse types of challenges and data-driven healthcare applications.


Recent Trends in Mechatronics Towards Industry 4.0

Recent Trends in Mechatronics Towards Industry 4.0

Author: Ahmad Fakhri Ab. Nasir

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-07-15

Total Pages: 1022

ISBN-13: 9813345977

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This book presents part of the iM3F 2020 proceedings from the Mechatronics track. It highlights key challenges and recent trends in mechatronics engineering and technology that are non-trivial in the age of Industry 4.0. It discusses traditional as well as modern solutions that are employed in the multitude spectra of mechatronics-based applications. The readers are expected to gain an insightful view on the current trends, issues, mitigating factors as well as solutions from this book.


3D Printing

3D Printing

Author: Dragan Cvetković

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2018-10-10

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 1789239656

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This book, "3D Printing", is divided into two parts: the first part is devoted to the relationship between 3D printing and engineering, and the second part shows the impact of 3D printing on the medical sector in general. There are five sections in the first part (sections are dedicated to stereolithography, new techniques of high-resolution 3D printing, application of 3D printers in architecture and civil engineering, the additive production with the metal components and the management of production by using previously mentioned technology in more complex ways). There are four chapters in the second part with the following topics: education of medical staff through surgical simulations, tissue engineering and potential applications of 3D printing in ophthalmology and orthopedics.


Medical Additive Manufacturing

Medical Additive Manufacturing

Author: Shadpour Mallakpour

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-04-03

Total Pages: 793

ISBN-13: 0323953840

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Medical Additive Manufacturing: Concepts and Fundamentals provides an overview of the latest research in the field of additively manufactured medical materials. It starts with a broad overview of the current state of medical additive manufacturing and then dives into cutting-edge topics such as medical imaging technologies for additive manufacturing and computer-aided design principles for anatomic modeling. The chapters discuss the state of additive manufacturing in an array of medical fields such as radiology, tissue engineering, nuclear medicine, orthopedics, surgery, cardiology, neurology, optometry, obstetrics, and veterinary medicine. This book concludes with chapters discussing regulatory considerations for additive manufacturing in hospitals and what the future holds for the field. - Synthesizes the latest research in medical additive manufacturing - Outlines basic additive manufacturing concepts, the different types of manufacturing, optimal material selection, design production and configuration, and more - Discusses cutting-edge applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, biosensor devices, electrically conductive polymers, green catalysis, and more