SMART Technologies Inc. has released 3D Tools for SMART Notebook software. A new plug-in for SMART Notebook collaborative learning software, which is claimed to provide tools to import, view and manipulate 3D content in SMART Notebook with no need for additional hardware. 3D models and objects are supposed to be manipulated in three dimensions and labeled from a variety of angles and perspectives, enabling increased student understanding of physical objects across a range of subjects - particularly science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). As part of SMART Notebook software, it is estimated that, 3D objects can easily be integrated into existing SMART Notebook lessons.
Linda Thomas, VP, Products, SMART Technologies said, "Teachers continue to look for innovative and affordable ways to make lessons more engaging. The addition of 3D Tools for SMART Notebook software brings objects to life, enabling students to immerse themselves in more complex concepts for enhanced learning and more meaningful understanding."
Available in 56 languages, 3D Tools for SMART Notebook software will be available for purchase in February 2012 for the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system and in the spring of 2012 for Mac Snow Leopard and Mac OS X Lion operating system software.
