Autodesk DesignKids

Autodesk DesignKids is a technology program that increases student motivation and academic performance by bridging the gap between theory and practice through a series of fun and challenging experiential learning activities. Students can make the connection between underlying concepts that link science, math, and other subjects together in real-world applications while learning how to use Autodesk products. Students also learn the importance of teamwork while building self-esteem and confidence.

Who Should Buy?
Autodesk DesignKids is created for middle school teachers and students focused on technology, math, science, and art classes. DesignKids motivates and engages students with diverse learning styles and abilities while mapping to national standards. The flexible approach offers students a choice of projects that are fun and personally relevant, developing student achievement in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. The DesignKids curriculum focuses on making it easy to get started—no prior knowledge of Autodesk software is required.

What’s included
DesignKids inspires creativity and learning, as it leads students through Design Basics and curriculum modules for paper airplane design, skyscraper design, jewelry design, house design, bridge design, and more. Each module includes an introduction, on-line resources, student exercises, and evaluation rubrics. The curriculum meets ITEA Standards for Technological Literacy, NCTM Standards for School Mathematics, NCTE Standards for Language Arts, and NCSESA Standards for Science. Designed to meet the needs of any classroom, DesignKids provides over 30 hours of individual content that teachers can use throughout a semester.

Along with the curriculum, DesignKids includes AutoCAD® 2008 and Autodesk® Inventor™ Suite 2008.

Autodesk DesignKids Purchase Options

• DesignKids License — Available as a 10 seat license with additional licenses available for purchase. The software license can be upgraded, allowing schools to purchase upgrades yearly or as budgets permit.
• Autodesk DesignKids Plusgrade — Ideal for institutions that already license Autodesk stand-alone software license or a qualifying competitive product. You can upgrade (or “plusgrade”) your Autodesk software and/or qualifying competitive products to Autodesk Design Academy, which includes a suite of Autodesk software titles and curricula.