The aim of the current study is to develop a detailed understanding of how thirdgrade primary school students construct 3D printers in their minds based on their initial knowledge about 3D printers. This study, which was conducted with a phenomenological design, is one of the qualitative research methods. The participants of the study consisted of…

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and 3D printing are not new technologies but are technologies which, in recent years, have become more accessible to hobbyists and enthusiasts. Engaging with these technologies allows the user to investigate and manipulate virtual and physical 3D shapes, which may affect spatial awareness. The literature suggests that…