3D Printing 101: A Starter Guide for Schools

So, your school is getting a 3D printer—or maybe you’re just dreaming of one. The excitement is real, but so is the anxiety. Which model should you buy? What software will students actually master without endless tutorials? And how do you keep it from becoming yet another pricey gadget collecting dust in a closet?Join us and Ben Sondgeroth, the LTC’s Lead Regional EdTech Coordinator, for a practical 3D-printing primer. Ben has seen it all: triumphs, frustrations, and more than a few tangled spools of filament. We tackle the questions that matter most—like which features truly count in a classroom and how to sidestep a steep learning curve.Think of this as a 50-minute consultation that spares you hours of research and gives you the confidence to take the next step. Let’s jump in!Episode resources:Read about 3D printed soil homes https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/eco-friendly-3d-printed-house-uses-soil-not-cement-building-still-scores-top-earthquake-resistance-ratingCheck out Ben's 3D creations https://photos.app.goo.gl/zpCdaBvQQzLXuG6U8