During the last two weeks we trained the first group of Nevada CTE teachers in coding and 3D modeling. We did Karel Coding, Turtle Coding, and 3D Modeling. Not surprisingly they all were doing extremely well. We were a bit afraid that being experienced users of commercial CAD software such as AutoCAD or Solidworks, they
Kristy Reck who works with the GT program at three DCSD schools, says: “NCLab offers online classes in computer coding, and 3D modeling. NCLab is one of the best formats for this type of learning that I have found. The problem solving and perseverance required for these self-paced online courses are really impressive! I strongly suggest NCLab’s courses if you are
During this Spring Break, NCLab will offer two coding and 3D modeling camps at the Sparks High School (SHS): March 24-25, 2016 (SHS students only) March 31 – April 1, 2016 (open to public) For ages 10-99. We may consider offering camps at other schools based on interest. As Always – This Will Be Fun!
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Happy Valentine’s Day! Click on the image to view the model in a 3D viewer and export STL file.
Today we printed two sample designs created by Tina, the 3D-printing Turtle. Actually, she got some help from Linda Niday, an elementary school teacher from Carson City. The free Turtle App in NCLab allows you to draw beautiful patterns and export them for 3D printing. Without even having to log in to NCLab. Just click
The Turtle course in NCLab comes after Karel the Robot. It is lighter on logic and its purpose is to expose students to full Python syntax in a playful and visual way, allow them to be creative, and get a taste of 3D modeling. The Turtle course has two parts. Lesson plans for Turtle 1
We are thrilled to announce that NCLab will be pre-installed on 27,000 Chromebooks that will go to Nevada students and teachers in 2016. Nevada Ready 21 is a statewide initiative providing 24-hour access to a laptop for Nevada middle and high school students with the initial phase targeting middle schools. In addition to providing digital
The first NCLab Coding and 3D Modeling Camp of 2016 took place on January 7-8 at UNR. Students were the first to try our new Karel Jr Coding course, the successor of the original Karel Coding course. They also built mazes and games for Karel the Robot, created 3D-printable designs with Turtle Tina, and of
This Monday and Tuesday, the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe hosted the first NCLab Coding and 3D Modeling camp in their beautiful and spacious facility located in South Lake Tahoe. There were 11 kids in the age range 9 – 14 years. We did introductory computer programming with Karel the Robot, intermediate computer