Gold Coast Techspace

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/gold-coast-techspace

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the year of establishment?2011
2. What is the geographic focus?Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
3. When did Gold Coast Techspace start?It opened in 2011 to give people a place to make and learn.
4. What tools can you use at Gold Coast Techspace?You can use 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and electronics labs to create projects.

Digital Fabrication: The process of using computer-controlled machines to manufacture physical objects from digital designs.
Maker Movement: A global subculture of DIY enthusiasts, hobbyists, and inventors who create and share their work, often using technology.
Rapid Prototyping: The process of quickly creating a preliminary version of a product to test its design and functionality.