INCLUSIVE EDUCATION WITH 3D PRINTING: ADAPTING TEACHING FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
University of Ostrava (CZECH REPUBLIC)
About this paper:
Conference name: 17th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation
Dates: 11-13 November, 2024
Location: Seville, Spain
Abstract:
This article focuses on the use of 3D printing technology in the educational process as a tool for promoting inclusive education and skill development for students with special educational needs (SEN). 3D printing offers unique opportunities for individualizing learning activities and promoting active engagement of all students.
The research carried out in this project focuses on analysing the impact of 3D printing on the development of students' spatial imagination, technical skills and motivation. A questionnaire survey, conducted among students and teachers, monitors changes in students' technical and creative skills, motivation levels and self-confidence before and after the introduction of 3D printing in the classroom. The results of the research provide valuable information on the benefits of 3D printing for pupils with SEN, both in terms of their technical skills and their overall engagement in learning.
3D printing technology enables the creation of physical models that can be adapted to the individual needs of pupils, which is particularly useful for pupils with different forms of disabilities. This paper presents practical approaches and concrete examples of how 3D printing can be used to develop the technical, creative and spatial skills of pupils with different learning needs.Keywords:
3D printing, Inclusive education, Special education needs.