3D Printing and Robotics in Education: From Design to Real-World Solutions
3D printing is transforming the way students learn. It turns their ideas into real objects and makes abstract concepts visible and hands-on. Combined with simple robotics, it gives learners the chance to design, build and program their own creations, while developing creativity, problem-solving, spatial thinking and teamwork.
This practical course takes teachers from their first 3D models in Tinkercad to printing learning objects for science, maths and inclusive education, such as tactile models for learners with special needs. Participants then combine 3D printing with Arduino and micro:bit to create simple robots and smart devices, and are introduced to AI and machine learning in an accessible way.
Sustainability runs through the week. Participants explore recycled materials, design for repair and eco-design, and work on a real-world challenge: a sustainable solution for their own school. No previous experience in 3D design, electronics or programming is needed.
The purpose of the course is to help teachers bring 3D printing and robotics into their classrooms with confidence. They learn to use these technologies as practical tools for creative, inclusive and sustainability-focused learning. Participants leave with hands-on experience, ready-to-use classroom ideas and a project they can adapt for their own learners, school and community.
In this way the course contributes to the Erasmus+ priorities on digital transformation and STEAM education.
- Understand 3D printing technologies, materials and their uses in education
- Create 3D models in Tinkercad and prepare them for printing
- Design learning objects for science, maths and geography
- Make tactile, accessible 3D models for learners with special needs
- Code simple projects with micro:bit and Arduino
- Introduce AI and machine learning in an accessible way
- Apply eco-design, recycling and design for repair in the classroom
- Combine 3D printing and robotics to solve real-world problems
- Turn a design project into a practical classroom plan
Course Language
- English Note: Participants must have at least a CEFR level B1 knowledge of English in order to be able to participate actively.
Target Groups
- Teachers: primary, secondary, vocational, adult, special needs; Teacher trainers; Head teachers; Principals; Managers of schools.
Methods & Tools
- Lectures, exercises, discussions, teamwork and role-playing.
Heraklion
1 week
Included in the course fee
- Coffee Breaks that include traditional products
- Guided tour of the Historical Center of the town
- Dinner in a traditional restaurant in the town
- Europass Mobility
- Certificate of Attendance, for participants who attend at least 80% of the course
- Learning agreement (upon request)
- A small gift with traditional Cretan products
- Curated list of recommended hotels
- Full day chat assistance
- Wi-Fi connection
Testimonial
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HERAKLION 11 Jan 2027 1 week 560 € Confirmed PreRegister HERAKLION 11 Jan 2027 1 week 560 € Open to Εnrollments PreRegister HERAKLION 13 Sep 2027 1 week 560 € Planned PreRegister HERAKLION 15 Nov 2027 1 week 560 € Planned PreRegister
| A/A | LOCATION | DATE | DURATION | COST | CONFIRMED | ENROLMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HERAKLION | 11 Jan 2027 | 1 week | 560 € | Confirmed | PreRegister | |
| HERAKLION | 11 Jan 2027 | 1 week | 560 € | Open to Εnrollments | PreRegister | |
| HERAKLION | 13 Sep 2027 | 1 week | 560 € | Planned | PreRegister | |
| HERAKLION | 15 Nov 2027 | 1 week | 560 € | Planned | PreRegister |
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