The NSW Department of Education has developed a growing library of files for printing more than 70 3D resources, aligned to the curriculum and opening a world of learning possibilities for students who are blind or have low vision.
Minister for Education and Early Learning, Sarah Mitchell said that these learning resources, including tactile globes and components of the brain, are world leading examples of inclusive education.
“This is incredible and innovative work by our inclusion specialists. 3D prints of human anatomy are making learning biology easier for students with a vision impairment who would traditionally have used simpler raised line diagrams to help build understanding in the course,” Ms Mitchell said.
Read more at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/news/latest-news/3d-printing-shaping-learning-for-blind-and-low-vision-students