Colloquium: repair: rediscovering a classic of technology for school

The colloquium “Repair: rediscovering a classic of technology for the school” discusses the importance of electrical engineering in school education and introduces the classic of engineering, the “electric motor”, into focus. Due to numerous innovations and new developments in this field, the electric motor seems to be more and more forgotten in modern textbooks.
The colloquium will highlight how electric motor repair and maintenance can serve as part of school education, allowing students* to gain a deeper understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering. This also shows how a broad spectrum of different curricula can be covered by designing the repair of the electric motor as a cross-curricular project.
In various lectures and workshops, experts in the field of electrical engineering will introduce the topic and show ways in which teachers and schools can rediscover and use the electric motor as a learning tool. The colloquium thus promises not only interesting insights into the world of electrical engineering, but also practical tips and inspiration for the classroom.

Revolution in the classroom: classic technology gets a new lease on life

Nowadays, there are hardly any students who do not own a smartphone or tablet. However, these devices often distract from the task at hand and can also lead to the distraction of classmates. That’s why some educators have a new idea: reintroducing an old technology classic – the overhead projector.

Colloquium: repair: rediscovering a classic of technology for school

The overhead projector was the standard classroom tool for years. With it, teachers could project the subject matter directly onto the wall, giving students a clear. But with the rise of digitalization, the overhead projector disappeared from classrooms. Now experiencing a renaissance as a low-cost alternative to smartboards and not distracting students with unnecessary visual stimulation.

The colloquium “Repair: rediscovering a classic of technology for the school” Deals extensively with the introduction of the overhead projector into the digital classroom. Attendees will learn about the latest modern accessories for overhead projectors and be given practical knowledge for teaching with this device. It is expected that this classic piece of technology will once again be available to digital classrooms in the near future.

  • Advantages of the overhead projector for teaching:
  • No distracting animations or videos
  • No glare from backlighting
  • No additional cost necessary to purchase an expensive smart board
  • Simple handling

Thus, choosing the overhead projector as a tool in the classroom can be an asset to the classroom and have a positive impact on student learning. It seems that the classic technology can still play an important role in modern teaching.

Colloquium: repair: rediscovering a classic of technology for school

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