Educational models are an effective tool to enhance understanding and enrich the learning experience, as they transform abstract concepts into tangible models that facilitate students’ comprehension and stimulate their interaction. These tools also provide visual insights that contribute to enhancing creativity and analytical thinking. Therefore, Rakin Store stands out as a distinctive destination that provides a variety of high-quality models that meet the needs of schools, universities and training centers, making it the ideal choice for anyone seeking to integrate interactive education into their educational process.
Educational models
Educational models are known as models that represent real objects, or are very similar to them in terms of general characteristics and appearance. Therefore, they are used as alternatives to reality to facilitate learning and avoid the risks or challenges associated with transferring reality to the learning environment, such as difficulty of access or temporal and spatial distance. Moreover, these models are produced in miniature or modified forms, which allows learners to understand concepts clearly, such as the miniature model of the Unique Palace - AlUla or the model of the Diriyah Gate.
The importance of educational models in education and teaching
These models are important and effective tools in the educational process, due to the distinctive features they provide, which help to achieve learning goals in a better way. The most prominent of these benefits are:
Treating the problem of time and space dimension
Educational models and models help bring concepts that may be geographically or historically distant closer together, allowing learners to interact with these concepts as if they were right there in front of them.
Simplify expensive original models
Models also provide a practical and affordable alternative to expensive real models, making them an effective and convenient teaching tool.
Show 3D
It also reflects the dimensions of length, width and height, giving learners the opportunity to fully and accurately examine the object represented, enhancing their understanding of geometric or architectural shapes.
Focus on the main elements
Educational models are designed to highlight key points, helping learners focus on the important aspects without distraction.
Addressing the size issue
By reducing or enlarging objects, concepts that are difficult to study because of their large or small size become clearer and more learnable.
Types of educational models
There are many types of educational models and models to cover all fields. The most prominent types are the following:
Solid Model
It accurately represents the external appearance of objects with only size differences, simulating details such as color and appearance. It is also used to illustrate the external features of objects without going into internal details, such as models of plants or the topography of a country.
Section Models
These models highlight the internal structure by cutting out shapes, and include a longitudinal section showing the internal structure along the length of the object (such as a plant stem), and a cross section showing the cross-sectional layers (such as a kidney), making it easier to understand the internal parts.
Modified Real Things
These models are modified to be simplified without compromising the essential information, for example the human skeleton which shows the general shape, with the excess details reduced to facilitate learning.
Transparent Model
Made of transparent materials such as plastic, to visually display internal parts. These models are also used to study organs or mechanisms such as models of the human body or mechanical pumps.
Cut-A-Way Model
It shows part of the internal content while leaving the rest of the external shape intact, and is used to study body systems or device components, such as a battery or the cooling system in refrigerators.
Model with Removable Parts
It allows the parts to be disassembled and reassembled to study each part separately, which shows the relationships between the components. Examples of this are educational models of the ear or eye used in explaining science.
Working Model
Shows the movement and internal functions of objects, such as models of engines or air systems, which are used to illustrate dynamic mechanisms such as gears or propellers.
Training Mock-Up Model
A life-size model that shows the functions of an object and simplifies its study, such as a clock model that shows the movement of gears and the operation of indicators.
Simplified Models
Shows the symbolic form of objects without complex details, such as geometric solids of a cube or cylinder to study basic properties.
Logical Models
It symbolizes scientific and intellectual relationships without a realistic representation, such as the structure of the atom or the geometric relationships in a right triangle.
Features of educational models
The advantages of educational models and models are many and varied, which makes them of interest to many educational fields. The most important of their advantages are the following:
Perfect alternative to the original
These models provide a practical solution when the original element is not available within the learning environment, making it easier to present concepts clearly.
Volume control
The model can be enlarged or reduced to suit learning needs, helping the learner to notice fine details or see the overall shape easily.
Beyond the constraints of space
Models make it possible to display things that are difficult to reach or invisible, such as objects that are very small or far from the learning environment.
Attract attention with colors
Adding color to the models makes them more attractive, which helps increase student engagement and attention to the material presented.
Criteria for selecting models as educational tools
After learning about what educational models are, their most important types, the most prominent benefits they achieve, and the advantages that science benefits from when designing them, there are a set of important criteria that must be paid attention to when designing these models, the most prominent of which are:
Realism and balance
The models should be realistic in shape and detail, with their parts balanced to provide an accurate image.
Suitability to target group
Models should be appropriate to the learners' level and prior experience, while being consistent with the objectives and content of the course.
Mastery and clarity
Accuracy is taken into account in designing the models, with clear identification of the parts and the addition of explanations or explanatory panels that facilitate understanding.
The most prominent educational models and decorations from the Rakeen store
View a distinctive collection of educational models and decorations, through the Rakin store, which is the best model manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia that provides a high-quality 3D printing service. The models are carefully designed to facilitate understanding and enhance interaction, and combine high quality and fine details to suit different educational environments, including:
Pen holder (desktop)
Get a pen holder (desktop) from Rakin store, the perfect solution to organize your office supplies elegantly, which features a modern design and cheerful colors, providing you with ample space to store pens and tools in an orderly and practical manner.
Features of Pen Holder (Desktop)
- Provides multiple spaces to organize pens and stationery, helping to keep a tidy desk.
- It comes in cheerful colors and an elegant design that suits different tastes.
- Its perfect size allows it to be placed on the desk without taking up much space.
- Made of durable materials that will maintain their appearance for a long time.
- Its smooth surface makes it easy to clean on a regular basis.
Pen holder (rocket)
Add a touch of fun to your children's desk with the Rocket Pen Holder from Rakin Store, which features an innovative design and attractive colors that encourage children to organize in a fun way, in addition to being made of safe and durable materials.
Features of the pen holder (rocket)
- Innovative rocket design adds a fun touch to the office.
- It enhances children's imagination and encourages them to organize in fun ways.
- Made of non-toxic materials and suitable for children.
- Provides ample space to store pens and tools in a convenient arrangement.
- Perfect size to fit kids desks without taking up too much space.
- It can be used as a decorative element that adds beauty to any room.
Discover the best educational models and decorations from Rukin , which combine innovative design and high quality, to make learning more fun and organized in a distinctive educational environment.