Inside Science: Printable Prosthetic Hand

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

8

Overview

In this video from Inside Science, mechanical engineering students design and build a prosthetic hand using a 3-D printer and a system of pulleys. This video can be played during a lesson on assistive technologies.  Students can watch the video prior to designing and building their own assistive technology.

Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.27

Analyze assistive technologies and how they improve the quality of life for users.

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Vocabulary

  • assistive technology

Knowledge

Students know:
  • technologies exist to assist users with varying needs.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • research assistive technologies.
  • determine the possible uses of assistive technologies that can improve quality of life for users.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • technologies exist or can be created to help people accomplish tasks they may not otherwise be able.

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

PBS

License Type

Custom

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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