Original PromptA resource to support and analyse learners ability investigating Tinkercad. Learners are UK KS3 doing design and technology and need to be able to describe what Tinkercad is, using gap fill and prompts to complete a description. Learners will then need to identify some basic tools they used, using a visual prompt that they can circle. Learners then need to analyse and evaluate their own design for a robot, using keywords from ACCESSFM.
This resource provides an introductory overview of Tinkercad, a free web-based tool for creating 3D models through the combination of simple shapes. It outlines key learning objectives, including understanding the purpose of Tinkercad and exploring its essential design tools. Students engage in activities to familiarize themselves with the interface and apply the ACCESSFM framework to evaluate their robot designs based on criteria like aesthetics, cost, and function. The document encourages reflection on design improvements, promoting critical thinking and creativity in 3D modeling.