Welcome back to Tech-Talk where we explore how creativity needs to be fostered during design thinking phases in the classroom; this can be done using CAD architectural drawing tools such as Sketch-Up.
A 3D modelling computer programme called SketchUp is used for various drawing tasks it is utilised across of career from interior design to engineering, however that has been some great uses of it inside the classroom. It is captivating and will interest students, even more so if the teacher is able to print their creation through a 3D printer allowing them to see their deign in real life. Students can efficiently utilise and control their projects because of the straightforward layout. This flexibility allows pupils to construct what interests them.
Why is this great for students? It is a simple method of 3D modelling. The basic principle is to draw something in two dimensions (such as a rectangle) and then push or pull it orthogonally to make it 3D. This helps students connect in mathematics about how 2D shapes make up 3D shapes. This helps students connect in mathematics about how 2D shapes make up 3D shapes. The best outcomes this would help is MAE-2DS-01 and MAE-3DS-01 which talk about the ability to make shapes, this done in new and creative way (NESA, 2012) !
Focusing on the benefits in the classroom, this tool allows for students' design thinking to be free in a fun way. The study by Abuludh (2020) explores the connections between design thinking and creativity as well as how design thinking may help vocational students be more innovative and creative. Design thinking involves making plans and engaging in one's own thoughts to address certain issues. Abuludh's (2020) paper states that CAD architecture tools can minimise uncertainty and innovation risk by providing students and users with prototypes containing learning, testing and refinement concepts. In essence, it fostered design thinking, which is conducive to creativity, as it is capable of.
Returning to the educational advantages, this tool may demonstrate spatial design, making it simple to integrate with mathematical findings. Considerations for students include perimeter, area, dimensions, and sufficient space occupancy (Amy, 2015). Furthermore, the proposed design discipline and methodology could be relevant to creativity development inside educational centres (Calavia, Bianco &Casas, 2020). This study showed us what certain factors take place in creating a design thinking journey for students. This tool helps explicitly intrinsic motivation and flexibility, allowing the student to change their product from their house but also motivating them to make something their imagination can create.
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Works Cited
Abdullah, S. (2020). Design Thinking in fostering creativity and innovation
Amy, C. (2015, April). SketchUp - Make learning meaningful through 3D design. Common Sense Medua.
Calavia, M. B., Blanco, T., & Casas, R. (2021). Fostering creativity as a problem-solving competence through design: Think-Create-Learn, a tool for teachers. Thinking skills and creativity, 39, 100761.
SketchUp Team . (2021, July). SketchUp for Schools 2021: Take SketchUp to the next level in your classroom . SketchUp Blog .
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). (2012). Mathematics K–10 Syllabus. NSW Curriculum.
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