You’ll notice the opening page of SketchUp for Schools has gotten a facelift and now shows a list of recent files. Now, students can quickly locate a break in geometry that is not visible from the exterior of the model. Tired of not knowing why your model isn’t a solid? We’ve made some updates to include display controls that allow you to turn on X-ray mode to see through your component, as well as show hidden geometry. So translation confusion eliminated - phew! We worked with 3D modeling experts across the globe to make sure our translated modeling concepts were up to par. Not only does it help uncover the tool that you’re searching for, but it also displays other relevant tools that may be of use in your classroom.

You can now use the Search tool in your native tongue (12 languages total!). How can it get even better, you ask? We added educator resources to help teachers customize this curriculum for their classrooms. You’ll notice this new curriculum isn’t just targeted towards traditional 3D modeling classes. This year, we worked with teachers across the country to develop content for a wide range of classrooms. With a new school year, comes new curriculum. Now let’s jump into class and see what’s new. No matter where you are, or what you teach, make SketchUp work for your classroom. With curriculum-inspired lesson plans, educator resources, and localized search, you can personalize your own SketchUp learning experience. This year we are focusing on how we can help support the different learning needs of your class. Last year our main focus was expanding from G Suite for Education to Microsoft Education. It’s time for back to school prep! Whether you’re teaching remotely this year, or you’re in the classroom, a new school year means exciting new features in SketchUp for Schools.

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