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3D Printing Workshop at the Orlando Public Library

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The MakerBot is ready to print!  Get a firsthand view of the MakerBot Replicator 2 3D Printer in action as it builds an object layer by layer! Draw and design your very own three dimensional solid objects using an easy-to-use modeling software. On Saturday, February, 23 at 10.30 am, the Orlando Public Library is offering a 3D Printing Workshop featuring the MakerBot Replicator 2 3D Printer. Spaces are limited so sign up today at our website or call us at 407.835.7323. This adult class is free to Orange County Library card holders. There is a $10 dollar charge for out-of-county residents.

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Introduction to Basic Electronics Using Snap Circuits

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Big News this week!  DLM-TIC is offering Introduction to Basic Electronics using Snap Circuits at the Orlando Public Library on Saturday, February 9, at 10:30 am.  Use Snap Circuits to explore the basics of electronics while you build exciting projects such as a flashing light, an alarm, a doorbell and more. Make learning electronics a snap. Fun for anyone ages 8 years and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult, guardian or older sibling in the workshop.  Spaces are limited so sign up today at our website or call us at 407.835.7323.  Keeping watching this blog for upcoming details about a new cool 3D Printing and CAD design workshop.  See our MakerBot Replicator 2 3D Printer in action in a live printing demo and learn the basics of 3D design—coming in late February to the Orlando Public Library.

 

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DIY Learning

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DIY-ers are becoming more and more inspired by the multiple sources now available for personalized learning. You’ve probably heard of education Web offerings such as Coursera,  Khan Academy and iTunesU.  Code Academy, a free interactive site that teaches coding, recently announced they are working with companies like NPR, YouTube and Bitly .  At OCLS, we will be offering open study labs to access these free educational sites starting in February.  If you’re interested in learning coding in a classroom setting, DLM-TIC is planning basic coding classes.  Stay tuned to this blog for further details.

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A Delicious Slice of Tech Pi

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Take a look at the video below. Can you believe you’re looking at a fully functioning computer that is the size of a credit-card which plugs into your TV and a keyboard?  This is Raspberry Pi — so cool because it’s a fun, affordable and accessible, open source entry for anyone who wants to learn programming.  Raspberry Pi was invented in the UK especially for the educational market, but the tech community has discovered that this is can be an innovative programming experience for any age group!

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Inventions with a Twist

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Have you seen MaKey MaKey?  It’s awesome!  On the website, it’s called an invention kit for everyone and it looks like a simple, but fun way for everyone to tap into their creative genius.  The kit has the MaKey MaKey board, a USB cable, alligator clips and connection wires.  Check out the video to see how much fun inventing can be!  And watch our blog for details about 3D Printing and Snap Circuits workshops, coming in early 2013 to the Orlando Public Library.

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