Tactile Teachables: Expanding Accessibility with 3D Printing

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Educational Foundations and Curriculum

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Article

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© 2017 Forrest Hollingsworth and Naomi Jeffery Petersen.

Publication Date

11-2017

Journal

Educause

Abstract

  • 3D printing has become more affordable, and a variety of free online tools support both novice and experienced users in obtaining 3D printing and modeling skills.

  • Among its many practical uses, 3D printing increases the accessibility options for students with visual impairments by making intangible concepts and theories more concrete and perceivable through printed objects.

  • Collaboration among university groups can further this work, identifying accessibility needs and troubleshooting how 3D printing and other emerging technologies can help address them.

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