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Rethinking Engineering Education: Hands-On, Early On

October 9, 2024

Engineering programs - where rigorous math and theory classes test students' fortitude until they either drop the major, or survive long enough to get to actually do any engineering. That...Read More

LAB Midwest Partners with B9Creations to Bring High-Precision 3D Printing to Education

August 14, 2024

LAB Midwest, a leading provider of hands-on STEM and technical education education solutions, is excited to announce its new partnership with B9Creations, a global leader in high-precision 3D printing...Read More

Mid-State Technical College Opens the AMETA Center, a Cutting-Edge Training Destination

July 30, 2024

Mid-State Technical College (MSTC) recently celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, and Apprenticeship (AMETA) Center. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus,...Read More

VR Smart Factory Teaches Mechatronics Skills in Virtual Reality

July 18, 2024

In a groundbreaking development, Amatrol has released the new VR Smart Factory Training system, which will enable instructors to teach more students hands-on smart factory and mechatronics skills in...Read More

Robotic Welding MOD Weld

July 15, 2024

Discover how education is preparing students for CNC machining careers on the world's most widely-used CNC controls. Educators, find out how to bring cutting-edge machining technology into the classroom. Employers, find your talent pipeline and get involved in bringing machining back into schools.Read More

What Education is Getting All Wrong About AI

July 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence is changing our entire world, and that includes the classroom. Some are quick adopters while others are banning the technology in class. Most are trying to figure...Read More

6 Trends Shaping the Future of Technical Education

June 12, 2024

If you're looking for the trends that will have the highest impact on your technical education program, look no further. We've compiled the latest updates from technology and the...Read More

Teaching Industry 4.0 in Middle School STEM Classrooms

June 5, 2024

Preparing the Next Generation for a High-Tech Future In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, preparing students for future careers is more critical than ever. Introducing Industry 4.0 concepts to...Read More

How to Leverage Summer Teacher Training Sessions to Make Your Technical Education Program Better Next Fall

May 28, 2024

The academic year is winding down. After some much-deserved rest for educators, it'll be time to start planning for next year. This is your opportunity to invest in your...Read More