Girls and 3D Printing: Considering the Content, Context, and Child

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Author(s): Pamela M. Sullivan (James Madison University, USA), Jessica L. Lantz (James Madison University, USA)and Andrea H. Adams (James Madison University, USA)
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 24
Source title: Research Anthology on Makerspaces and 3D Printing in Education
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6295-9.ch028

Keywords: Education / Educational Technologies / Information Science Reference

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Abstract

Using Guernsey's framework for technology use with young children, this case study examines two middle elementary grade female students as they experience 3D printing in a Makerspace environment. In this case study, the girls spent a day working with a Makerspace staff member to learn how to 3D print a design of their choice from Thingiverse. The case study provides a chance to analyze the reactions, discourse, and activities of two girls introduced to 3D printing in a makerspace. The authors sorted the verbalizations, behaviors, and actions of the two girls into a reflection on the concepts of content, context, and child put forth by Guernsey.

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