EDUCATORS
We see the enormous responsibility educators carry to shape the lives of tomorrow’s leaders, and we strive to support you every step of the way.
Forging the future of teaching
Autodesk believes in educators who push the boundaries of learning by using technology to enhance the student experience. We recognize the responsibility educators carry to equip students with the skills and knowledge to bring their world-changing ideas to life. Support your students’ innovation with advanced technologies and educator resources to help them become the leaders of tomorrow.
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Instructional resources for elementary and middle school educators
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Tinkercad: CAD software for beginners
An ideal introduction to the Autodesk family of products, Tinkercad is an online collection of software tools to help your students learn the basics of designing and making. Start here to grow your students’ foundational knowledge.
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Tinkercad lesson plans
Our lesson plans offer support in developing the right curriculum for your students. Choose from plans that span a variety of industries, technical expertise, and skill levels to help you prepare your students for the future.
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Instructables: Step-by-step projects
Our free, standards-aligned lesson plans offer self-paced, interactive guides to help students get started in 3D design. Each lesson includes teacher tips, rubrics, and supporting resources to get you started quickly and easily.
Instructional resources for high school and college educators
Autodesk professional products
Embrace your students’ world-changing ideas and help prepare them for successful careers with design and engineering skills.
Design and engineering curriculum
Get support for your academic year by downloading ready-made curricula suited for a wide range of design and manufacturing courses.
Competitions
Invite your students to gain experience, build their community, and boost their résumé by signing up for Autodesk-sponsored competitions.
Resources for distance learning
Deliver high-quality online instruction with remote learning resources, including curricula, self-paced courses, and more.
Support for your professional development
Keep pace with industry-relevant training and skills by leveraging Autodesk’s professional development resources.
Advance your career with certifications
With Autodesk’s industry-validated certifications, support your own and your students’ ongoing professional development and prepare for the future of work. Discover the certifications that are right for you and your students.
Authorized Learning Partners
Authorized Learning Partners offer advanced courses with Autodesk Certified Instructors through our training centers. Support your professional advancement, gain proficiency in Autodesk software, and grow your ability to integrate software into your classroom by taking advantage of in-person and remote learning environments.
Free Autodesk software and/or cloud-based services are subject to acceptance of and compliance with the terms of use or other applicable terms that accompany such software or cloud-based services. Software and cloud-based services subject to an Educational license may be used solely for Educational Purposes and shall not be used for commercial, professional or any other for-profit purposes. Learn more.