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“3D printers are revolutionising manufacturing and it is vital that we start teaching the theory and practice in our schools” Michael Gove MP
3D printing for the future
Education Secretary Michael Gove has boosted a programme to bring futuristic 3D printers into state school classrooms. 3D printing is already an established
industrial technology used for prototyping and manufacturing products and components across a range of industries. But it is a new concept in schools, and last year the Department for Education
PROMOTION WIN the FUZE powered by Raspberry Pi
The FUZE is an innovative new product aimed at teaching computer programming. It brings programming and even electronics straight to the student, providing the perfect platform to explore, investigate and progress at their own pace. From writing and testing simple
programs in Key Stage 1, to using two or more programming languages and understanding advanced programming logic and structures in Key Stage 3, the FUZE is perfect for teaching programming across all levels. The FUZE, powered by Raspberry Pi, is
configured with a customised version of the BASIC programming language. FUZE BASIC is exclusively adapted to support the Pi and its electronic input /output features. The included project cards provide
simple to follow instructions that quickly develop a foundation knowledge of the BASIC programming language, whilst ensuring that learning is child initiated and when preferred, collaborative. For those who already have Raspberry
Pi units, the FUZE can be purchased 'Pi-less,' simply connect the Pi inside.
funded a project to allow 21 secondary schools to trial the use of the printers in STEM and design and technology classes. Following the success of the trial,
Michael Gove is bringing the technology into more schools – seting up a £500,000 fund so up to 60 teaching schools can buy 3D printers and train teachers to use them effectively. It is the latest stage in the
government's programme to improve
standards in hi-tech subjects. Gove said: "3D printers are
revolutionising manufacturing and it is vital that we start teaching the theory and practice in our schools. Teaching schools will be able to develop and spread effective methods to do this. Combined with our introduction of a computer science curriculum and teacher training, this will help our schools give pupils valuable skills."
To enter the competition:
Visit the FUZE team at Bett 2014 on stand F402 and hand us your details. Alternatively please email your details to
jessica@klassociates.com to be in with a chance to win. Competition closes 16 February.
The prize includes: FUZE case,
Raspberry Pi Model B, UK keyboard, breadboard, electronics kit, wireless mouse, 4GB SD card (configured with FUZE BASIC), power supply and project cards (PDF).
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