Adam Gebhardt and Alexandra Crouse

Gebhardt’s and Crouse’s innovative teaching idea, “ArtEd21: Art in 3D,” is focused on modernizing the art education curriculum at Jefferson Elementary School. Historically, students were taught art education using traditional materials like yarn, felt and construction paper. However, with technology opening new avenues for creative design, Gebhardt and Crouse will use 3D modeling and printing to help students express their full creative potential. The students will learn about digital design, functionality, aesthetics and computer modeling as they invent, create and produce using 3D printers. This program is designed to bridge the gap between art, mathematics and science as students challenge themselves to explore new creative possibilities.