Mathematical Sciences: Faculty Presentations (1991-2022)
Tactile 3-D Demonstrations via Cube and Makerbot
Document Type
Presentation
Presentation Date
3-22-2014
Copyright
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Abstract or Description
Difficulties inherent in representing 3-D objects on 2-D media can present barriers to student understanding of mathematical concepts as they relate to solids. All students, but particularly those who have visual impairments, can benefit from a tactile representation of mathematical objects. Because 3-D printers are becoming more commonplace and can generate a wide variety of objects, the ability to create real hands-on objects is no longer out of the question. The authors will show how tactile 3-D objects can enhance mathematical experiences in Calculus and provide some helpful tips for good quality 3-D printing on Cube and MakerBot Replicator 2.
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics (ICTCM)
Location
San Antonio, TX
Recommended Citation
Braselton, James, Lila Roberts, Jarrett Terry.
2014.
"Tactile 3-D Demonstrations via Cube and Makerbot."
Mathematical Sciences: Faculty Presentations (1991-2022).
Presentation 164.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/math-sci-facpres/164
