2D+&+3D+Modeling

2D and 3D models can be powerful tools in the classroom for demonstrating concepts, developing understanding of how objects interact with systems, and reaching higher order thinking skills in Bloom's Taxonomy. Plus the new tools for creating digital 2D and 3D representations are just plain fun. In this class we will be exploring the use of Google's SketchUp program, Excel's 2D and 3D chart models, and looking at different data visualization techniques to help support 21st Century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and ICT literacy.



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__How might you use SketchUp in your classroom?__
 * Build a 3D model of your school or classroom
 * Use SketchUp to visualize the math concepts you are teaching (volume, geometry, planes, etc.)
 * Create a 3D model of a building and then incorporate that model into Google Earth.
 * Have students build a model of their houses.
 * When studying architecture of the past, create a 3D model of an ancient building or site.
 * Demonstrate art concepts such as perspective, cutaways, and volume
 * Have students design an object, then export all objects into a single SketchUp file and animate for YouTube or TeacherTube
 * Download models from the 3D warehouse to use for supplemental course information (molecular structures)
 * Have students work in groups to design a new "green" building or school
 * Create buildings in SketchUp and submit to be placed into Google Earth using the Building Maker
 * Create a team and join the Google Model Your Town Competition Deadline March 1, 2010

SketchUp Resources Create a chair in Sketchup SketchUp User Guide Google SketchUp YouTube Channel How to videos available from Google Classroom 2.0: How other teachers are using SketchUp Google 3D Warehouse How to place a Sketchup model in Google Earth SketchUp Lesson Plans

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2D& 3D Data Visualization Excel Data Chart Tutorials Excel Graphic Organizer Templates

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