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3 images from a make-a-thon event at Fab Lab El Paso. The title 'Planning and hosting a Make-a-thon' overlaid in bold white text.

In this presentation, Michael Nelson from Fab Lab El Paso, walks you through how to run the Make:able Challenge as a Make-a-thon event. Hosting Make:able as a Make-a-thon Event 26th October 2024 • Instructor Resources

A brochure showing the Make:able teacher's guide.

The Make:able Teacher’s Pack is a comprehensive set of resources designed to assist educators in delivering the Make:able Challenge in the classroom. Make:able Teacher’s Pack 24th October 2024 • Instructor Resources

Teacher Matt Zigler in the makerspace. The title '8 Teaching Tips from a Past Winner' overlaid in white bold text.

Matt Zigler's students have won multiple awards in the Make:able Challenge. In this presentation, he provides 8 tips for success. 8 Teaching Tips from a Past Winner 24th October 2024 • Instructor Resources

A hand resting on top of an assistive writing device that involves pressing down to write.

DRAG is an assistive device that enables users to write or draw without having to form a tight closed grip with their fingers. DRAG – Assistive Writing and Drawing Device 24th October 2024 • Devices

A State Assistive Technology Act Program is a government-funded initiative aimed at increasing access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services. Learn more about them from the TechOWL Team. State Assistive Technology Act Programs 24th October 2024 • Webinars

In this presentation, Ed Charlwood provides insights, tips and strategies to using Make:able within the UK Design and Technology curriculum. Using Make:able in The UK Design & Technology Curriculum 24th October 2024 • Instructor Resources

A set of brightly coloured 3D printed dual switch buttons.

Tap is a bluetooth dual switch access device that enables people with disabilities to control mobile phones, tablets and computers. Tap – Bluetooth Dual Switch Assistive Device 24th October 2024 • Devices

Person holding a pan with a 3D printed assistive gripping aid.

Maja, Gosia, Robert, Krzesimir and Piotr designed an adjustable gripper for Adam, which uses a mechanism ingeniously driven by wrist movement, offering him newfound independence. Wrist Flex Gripping Aid 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A student showing another student a 3D printed necklace device, which supports communication between deaf mothers and their children.

The "Necklace of Hope" is an innovation that supports communication between deaf mothers and their children. Necklace of Hope 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A boy wearing a 3D printed arm attachment that helps to catch balls.

Harper, Joseph and Seth designed a customizable arm attachment for Joshua to help him catch a ball, use a broom, and better hold objects such as plates. Arm Attachment 11th October 2024 • Submissions

3D printed braille boggle adaption.

Luke, Grace and Sam designed a fully 3D printable braille version of the game Boggle. The device works by spinning the braille tiles, which are then locked in place by the lid and ready for gameplay. Braille Boggle 11th October 2024 • Submissions

a 3D printed toy car assembly kit.

Imad, Ghaith, Mossab, Jad and Hanin designed a customized assembly kit for individuals with cerebral hypoxia - featuring color-coded, magnetically connected, 3D-printed pieces. Car Assembly Kit 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A student working with a therapist on hand and arm exercises, using a 3D printed support splint.

Christian, Greyson and Jake created a mold to help Kristen brace her hand in an open position as part of her exercises to regain mobility. Hand Splint 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A boy holding a pencil with a 3D printed weight device on the end.

Marjorie and Alondra created hollow pencil weights, which were then weighted with ball bearings to give Malachi exactly what he needs to write with accuracy. Pencil Weights 11th October 2024 • Submissions

LINE is a line projection device that assists people with freezing of gait, which is a walking condition that prevents people from walking efficiently. Laser Projection Device 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A boy in a wheelchair using a 3D printed grabber to pick up a spiderman toy.

Andrew, Garrett, Jackson and Sawyer designed a grabber that allows Noah to pick up a wide range of objects from his wheelchair. Wheelchair Grabber 11th October 2024 • Submissions

A series of screens showing Make:able presentation slides.

Support thousands of students and makers participating in the Make:able 2025 Challenge with a pre-recorded presentation. Make:able 2025 | Call for Presentations 6th September 2024 • News (PrintLab Blog)

Today, we have the pleasure of introducing you to the winners of the 2024 Make:able Challenge. Check out these amazing 3D printed assistive devices. Make:able 2024 Winners 1st July 2024 • News (PrintLab Blog)

Over the past 2 weeks, we have been reviewing hundreds of submissions for this year's Make:able 3D printing and assistive technology challenge. Today, we have the pleasure of announcing the finalist shortlist! Make:able 2024 Finalists 3rd June 2024 • News (PrintLab Blog)

A 3d model of Pinchee - a 3D printable dexterity stacking game, which involves building a nest on top of an elephant

Rob's Make:able Challenge is complete and he's developed an amazing arthritis dexterity game! Take a look at his entire design process from start to finish. Rob’s Make:able Challenge: The Final Product 15th May 2024 • News (PrintLab Blog)

Introducing the 2024 Make:able Challenge judging panel, featuring experts from Autodesk, Prusa Research, MatterHackers and more. Make:able 2024 Judging Panel 7th May 2024 • News (PrintLab Blog)

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