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DIY Biomaterials with Acorn Flour
Multi-Cultural Learning, Science, Unplugged, biology, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, Indigenous Epistemologies, Resin, Machine learning, Sustainability, Plants,
January 18, 2021
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Virtual National Day 2-5
Unplugged, imagination, VR Technology,
January 09, 2021
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National card coding with QR code
Computer Programming, Technology, World Culture, sound, programming, Arts, Culture, Scratch, Creativity,
January 07, 2021

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Fabstory (Español)
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Fabstory (Español)

Fabrica las Fichas Fabstory Historia inicial. Cuenta a los participantes la historia inicial utilizando los Fichas Fabstory Técnica 1: Qué pasaría si…. En un lluvia de ideas has 3 preguntas que inicien con: Qué pasaría si…? Reflexión 1. Con todo el grupo, realiza una reflexión sobre la naturaleza de este…
laser cutter, 2D Design concepts, Intro to Fab Lab, 2D vector graphics, sculpture, geometry, Arts, Literature
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Unplugged: Design a Biomechanical Cyborg
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Unplugged: Design a Biomechanical Cyborg

This activity is a perfect blend of science and creativity as students work with their partner(s) to create their version of a cyborg appendage (or device). This part must mimic the workings of a true organic body part, but incorporate some enhancements that would make people want to use it. Encourage students…
electronics, Recycled Material, computer, Tape, Scissors
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Uncovering a Hidden History - The Lives of African Americans During Reconstruction
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Uncovering a Hidden History - The Lives of African Americans During Reconstruction

Students will respond to research about the lives of African Americans during the Reconstruction era. This era was a critical time that laid the groundwork for many social issues we see in society today. Students will work together to design and build an object or series of objects that tell…
CAD, 3D printer, 2D and 3D design software, laser cutter, 3D printing, 3D modeling, build challenge, 2D vector design software
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Alejibres with DF
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Alejibres with DF

Alebrijes are imaginative and colorful Mexican art sculptures that have transformed into mythical creatures of the culture that act as spirit guides. This lesson begins with students watching the Disney movie, Coco and continues to an art and history lesson before students use their imaginations to design their own Alebrije…
2D design software, laser cutter, Laser cutter, Vinyl Cutter, Fab Tested, Early Childhood, Museum/Science Center, Intro to Fab Lab, International, World Culture, laser cutting, imagination, legends, sculpture
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Sonya Pryor-Jones
Find Some Joy with Jingle Jangle!
Ilaria La Manna
Digital Fabrication for Qatari Makers: The Work of Studio 5/6
Liz Whitewolf
COVID-19 Educational Community Report
Aidan Mullaney
UNPLUGGED: Five Tips for Teaching Digital Fabrication Skills from Home

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FerasMestariheh
In line with the Ministry of Transport and Communications' Digital Youth Strategy, STUDIO 5/6 is mainly aimed at nurturing youth as digital learners by sharpening their 21st century learning skills, as they develop in an all-pervasive digital environment. In fact,…
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SarahBoussaa
[10:48 AM] Sarah Busaaa Sarah Boussaa, an Edu-Tech engineer assistant in Studio 56 Fablab, Computer science graduate, passionate about teaching Technology and Digital fabrication to the coming generations, love outdoor activities with family and friends.
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Find Some Joy with Jingle Jangle!
Sonya Pryor-Jones
Digital Fabrication for Qatari Makers: The Work of Studio 5/6
Ilaria La Manna
COVID-19 Educational Community Report
Liz Whitewolf
UNPLUGGED: Five Tips for Teaching Digital Fabrication Skills from Home
Aidan Mullaney

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