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SketchUp for Schools

STEM-903
3 Credits
Online
4.91/5.00
STEM-903
3 Credits
Online
4.91/5.00
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125 Reviews

5.00/5.00
10/30/2025
State: CALIFORNIA
This course taught me loads of new stuff that I can bring back to my classroom! The content was fun, but challenging and I really enjoyed it!
4.00/5.00
6/9/2025
State: MICHIGAN
Enjoyed the course. It provided a lot of good information and opportunity to explore and refine abilities using SketchUp. Assignments were engaging and allowed for student creativity to apply them in the most meaningful way.
5.00/5.00
5/30/2025
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Excellent course! Flexible and applicable to all learners!
5.00/5.00
4/6/2025
State: NEW HAMPSHIRE
The instructor got back to me with any questions I had. He even shot a video to explain solutions to the actual problem I had using my drawing. This detailed feedback is rare. Typically, in the past, when taking courses, professors respond with a resource that I already knew existed or with pre written non individualized responses. The professor made the course enjoyable and utilizable for the future.
5.00/5.00
8/27/2024
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
7/30/2024
State: OHIO
SketchUp for Schools was a great class to teach me all I needed to know to learn how to use SketchUp. Mr. Westland does an excellent job providing step by step tutorials to guide you through every assignment. The feedback and help was excellent, videos were provided to help make your assignments perfect.
5.00/5.00
5/22/2024
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
5/20/2024
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
4/20/2024
State: OHIO
Well organized course, instructor very easy to work with. Highly recommended.
5.00/5.00
2/28/2024
State: VERMONT
This class perfectly fulfilled everything I was looking for in a Grad level education course. Pacing was perfect, content was helpful to my classroom instruction and the instructor was always available and tremendously helpful. I hope to take courses through FPU and Professor Westland again in the future!
5.00/5.00
1/12/2024
State: NEVADA
I have taken pretty much all of Eric's courses and they are all excellent. This one was a lot of fun and I can see lots of application in the classroom.
5.00/5.00
10/28/2023
State:
5.00/5.00
10/18/2023
State: PENNSYLVANIA
This is a great course!
5.00/5.00
9/3/2023
State: NEW HAMPSHIRE
Amazing class, very challenging but Eric was a great instructor who provided tons of support and very fast feedback!
5.00/5.00
8/29/2023
State: TEXAS
Great learning experience and clear instructions.
5.00/5.00
7/31/2023
State: ILLINOIS
5.00/5.00
7/11/2023
State: CALIFORNIA
It was phenomenal. I had so much fun and learned so much in the process!!
5.00/5.00
6/26/2023
State: PENNSYLVANIA
As someone who has only ever taught mathematics, SketchUp was something very new to me. I never used a program like this before. Although I found this course challenging, at times, I learned SO much. The instructor, Eric Westland, is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. His instructional videos, feedback and his assistance with the assignments are more helpful and beneficial than any I have had before. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to get started with STEM.
5.00/5.00
5/15/2023
State: OHIO
Great Experience. Eric worked with me at my pace, was helpful whenever I needed him and was gracious with his time. Class was challenging but had very achievable checkpoints. Would reccommend.
5.00/5.00
5/15/2023
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
3/24/2023
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
2/4/2023
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Appreciated the opportunity to delve into the world of SketchUp. Eric Westland provides an array of support resources, flexible avenues to module completion, timely submission feedback and an overall enjoyable learning experience. Kudos!
5.00/5.00
12/22/2022
State: OHIO
Great course, I learned a lot and Eric was a great instructor. He was always helpful and willing to answer any of my questions.
5.00/5.00
12/16/2022
State: Armed Forces AE
The teacher was wonderful and very helpful. Anytime I had a question, he took extra time to make a personal video to help teach me and solve my problems.
5.00/5.00
9/15/2022
State: KENTUCKY
My experience was awesome. I love the work at your own pace aspect of the class. Eric was great. He is a great teacher and I would love to take more of his classes in the future for my continuing education requirements.
5.00/5.00
9/14/2022
State: PENNSYLVANIA
This course provides skills that can immediately transferred to your students. Highly recommended.
5.00/5.00
7/24/2022
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
7/20/2022
State: CALIFORNIA
Great class that will enhance and build upon your experience in the digital 3D world. Mr. Westland has created an ample supply of resources to excel with SketchUp. His communication and assistance with students are 'top-notch'. Highly recommend
3.50/5.00
3/16/2022
State: PENNSYLVANIA
I am sure you will see my name again in another course or two taught by Professor Westland. I have a couple earmarked. I have also encouraged some of my colleagues to take his classes (and my wife!). Thank you for a class that is great content and easily applied to my lessons.
5.00/5.00
2/16/2022
State: OHIO
Eric is an outstanding Instructor providing clear and concise instruction. His extended learning resources are unmatched and connect directly to instruction. I have taken 3 courses with Eric. If and when that time comes that I need to extend my knowledge, I will return to see what new Eric has to offer.
5.00/5.00
8/16/2021
State: GEORGIA
SketchUp for Teachers was a great course. I came to this course with limited knowledge. The teacher was fantastic. He provided a lot of resources and was always prompt answering questions and grading assignments. I felt like my instructor was just an email away. The exercises were meaningful and provided enough repetition for me to learn to use the tool properly. I would highly recommend this course.
5.00/5.00
8/12/2021
State: ILLINOIS
Loved the course and the Instructor was exceptionally kind and helpful!
5.00/5.00
7/28/2021
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
7/2/2021
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Awesome class... very knowledgeable and helpful teacher.
4.00/5.00
6/24/2021
State: MASSACHUSETTS
The Instructor is infinitely available and will even make you personalized tutorial videos if you need him. I had a tough time with the sketchup for schools version of the software. There was a lot of crashing and waiting for it to crash. I think web-based software is for the birds, honestly. If I was really interested in using the application a lot, I would purchase the desktop version for sure.
5.00/5.00
5/12/2021
State: PENNSYLVANIA
This was a great class and I have already recommended it to a coworker.
5.00/5.00
5/6/2021
State: PENNSYLVANIA
I really enjoyed the assignments in this class, and Mr. Westland was fabulous! He was quick to respond to questions and even offered video tutorials as explanation in addition to all of the instructional videos in each module.
5.00/5.00
4/1/2021
State: OHIO
I really enjoyed the creative freedom this course allowed. I had plenty of resources to become proficient in SketchUp, with enough flexibility to cater my projects to my own classes that I teach. The course material is what I worked on when I didn't want to work on the things that felt like work.
5.00/5.00
3/12/2021
State: PENNSYLVANIA
This is a great class, especially for teachers in the Technology Education/CTE/Industrial Arts disciplines. Mr. Westland is great! He has breadth and depth of experience and knowledge to share and was readily available anytime I needed assistance. I recommend this course to any teacher looking to up their design/presentation game with 3D modeling.
5.00/5.00
2/27/2021
State: OHIO
This class and instructor are exceptional. I entered the class with virtually no knowledge of 3D drawing software and upon completion I feel confident enough with the software to be able to teach it to my students. Eric Westland, the instructor, was amazing. His online tutorials were spot-on as well as his quick responses to any questions I had - both via email and phone calls. Great teacher and person.
5.00/5.00
2/8/2021
State: ILLINOIS
Excellent course with very well-written directions for each module. I especially appreciated the opportunities to use my own ideas for some of the projects!
5.00/5.00
9/21/2020
State: NEW JERSEY
Amazing. Professor Westland was always easily accessible and was extremely knowledgable! I was unfamiliar with the web based version of SketchUp which I ultimately had to use and he helped me navigate my way through it with ease and confidence. I learned so much that I will be able to share with my own students. I would absolutely love to take more classes with Professor Westland. Thank you for offering such a great course with such a fantastic professor!
5.00/5.00
7/24/2020
State: CALIFORNIA
This course is brilliantly set up with practical exorcises and tons of helpful information. The instructor does an excellent job of providing guidance and feedback very quickly. I will recommend this course to anyone wanting to utilize the SketchUp in the classroom.
5.00/5.00
6/28/2020
State: MICHIGAN
I can't say it was easy...but it was fun! I am not proficient in SketchUp but feel confident I can apply everything I learned into teaching my Architectural Drafting students. Having Eric Westland as my teacher was like be taught one to one. He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to help me along the way. I love to learn and experiment with different teaching tools. This class was awesome.
5.00/5.00
4/8/2020
State: NEVADA
This was a very challenging course for since this is not my wheel house. Mr. Westland was very helpful and kept me interested in the subject. I really appreciated his dedication.
5.00/5.00
4/1/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
3/19/2020
State: MISSOURI
Great course, the instructor was very helpful!
5.00/5.00
3/17/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Excellent professor! I will definitely be taking another course from him!!!! I'd give him 10 stars if I could.
5.00/5.00
3/7/2020
State: KANSAS
This was a fabulous class and I was able to learn so much - Eric was great at responding and giving tips and tools to complete the assignments - I have already been able to use much of what I have learned in my classroom.
4.50/5.00
2/26/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Well done and very prompt with responses
5.00/5.00
2/19/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Learned a lot even for someone with a decent amount of experience in SketchUp. Assignments were easy to follow and very detailed instruction and help was given in a timely manner.
5.00/5.00
2/10/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
I took this course as part of the STEM certification, and I was apprehensive because I had never used SketchUp before. It took a lot of hours of practice and effort, but the end results of my learning were extremely satisfying! The instructor was extremely expedient to grade assignments, provide feedback, and answer questions. Each module has very helpful videos that guide you step by step to understand the concepts and skills being put to use. If you are interested in learning to build 3D models with your computer, I highly recommend this course!
5.00/5.00
1/12/2020
State: CALIFORNIA
This was a great course! The instructor was very knowledgable, supportive, and always responded in a timely manner.
5.00/5.00
8/16/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
8/6/2019
State: OHIO
This class was definitely challenging, yet also rewarding. The course was laid out very well and Dr. Westland was especially helpful, even responding with detailed interactive youtube suggestions even while he was on vacation.
5.00/5.00
8/1/2019
State: CALIFORNIA
This course was really difficult for me, because I had never done anything like this. I have learned a lot. Mr. Westland was very supportive about answering questions and providing feedback.
5.00/5.00
7/11/2019
State: FLORIDA
Excellent course. Learned how to use this program and be able to utilize it to enhance my students learning experience.
5.00/5.00
7/9/2019
State: MISSOURI
This course was a bit more challenging for me than I anticipated. I typically learn new software/apps quite easily. I definitely would not have survived if it were not for the excellent tutorials provided by Eric Westland. He also provides many other resources for each assignment if his tutorials are not enough. In addition, he is very prompt with his responses when you email him with a question or submit an assignment. It was a joy to complete two classes with him.
5.00/5.00
7/3/2019
State: OHIO
Loved this class! I learned a lot!
5.00/5.00
6/30/2019
State: NEVADA
This was the best course I have taken. Exceptionally detailed, practical and organized instruction. Easy to follow along and allowed me to move at my own pace yet with almost immediate feedback from the instructor when I needed assistance. I will use these skills a lot both for work and personal things. Thank you.
5.00/5.00
6/24/2019
State: MARYLAND
Fun and informative course. Instructions are clear and teacher provides simple and straightforward explanations. Highly recommend it for anyone interested in learning designing or CAD.
5.00/5.00
6/18/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Sketchup: 3D Modeling for Educators is worth the time investment if you are looking to add new programs to your instructional teaching. The professor, Dr. Westland was great! Instructional videos are very detailed and if you have a question, Dr. Westland responds quickly. Will defiantly take a course designed by him again. Thanks!
5.00/5.00
6/5/2019
State: NEW JERSEY
5.00/5.00
5/25/2019
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
5/16/2019
State: CALIFORNIA
A well designed course with a very knowledgable instructor. I was especially impressed at how he has created a curriculum that will meet the needs of all educators interested in exploring the software; not just CTE and STEM educators. Excellent communication and prompt feedback.
5.00/5.00
5/3/2019
State: Armed Forces AE
Eric manages a variety of different people and schedules in this class but treats all of us with care and understanding. He is quick to reply to questions and never out of touch with our individual needs or concerns. I enjoyed the class and it was not easy- it covered a lot of information and was challenging.
5.00/5.00
4/18/2019
State: OHIO
Would like to see an additional course offered that dealt with developing site plans, building/construction documents and formatting for elevation prints. All around great course for an introduction into Sketchup.
5.00/5.00
3/28/2019
State: OHIO
What a wonderful course! I learned so much and am proud that I can now work in 3D Modeling. Thanks to Eric Westland for your guidance and support throughout the course. It was organized and managed in such a meaningful way.
5.00/5.00
3/27/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
3/10/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Great course for anyone wishing to learn a 3D modeling program like SketchUp, with great tutorials to guide you to extreme proficiency.
5.00/5.00
3/9/2019
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
3/7/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Great course to learn the ins and outs of Sketch up. Content was easy to follow and relevant whether you are in the classroom or industry.
4.00/5.00
2/11/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
1/24/2019
State: NEW JERSEY
5.00/5.00
12/2/2018
State: Armed Forces AE
I appreciate the education I received taking this course as well as the understanding of my disabilities and the difficulties I received throughout the length of this course. This makes learning less painful (both literally and figuratively). Because of this course I have been able to put activities into place in my classroom immediately - something that is not frequently possible in any other course.
5.00/5.00
11/26/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Fantastic Course to take if your into 3d design. I had a little experience using sketchup prior to taking this course and yet found many new things that I was unaware sketchup could do.
4.50/5.00
10/6/2018
State: NEW YORK
This was a supremely helpful course. I am a CAD teacher, and at my new school we do not have the resources to supply students with computers that can run Inventor or Solid Works. However, sketch-up is free. So learning how to use the various tools, was incredibly valuable. Now I will be able to share my knowledge with my students, so that they too can begin to model and create on sketch-up.
5.00/5.00
8/4/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
This was quite an extensive course on the use of the SketchUp software.
5.00/5.00
7/27/2018
State:
5.00/5.00
7/25/2018
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
7/21/2018
State: CALIFORNIA
Great class!
5.00/5.00
7/20/2018
State: GEORGIA
This was a FANTASTIC class! Professor Westland was very helpful and prompt with his responses and grades. I can not wait to use what I learned in my classroom!
5.00/5.00
7/18/2018
State: CALIFORNIA
This was an incredible class! After taking it I feel confident to teach SketchUp to my high school freshman class. It was well organized with amazing tutorials. Feedback was immediate with phenomenal support. I could totally tell that the teacher cared and wanted to help me master the material! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CLASS!!!!!!
5.00/5.00
7/10/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
7/6/2018
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
6/15/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
6/3/2018
State: Armed Forces AP
Really an excellent course for anyone (not just educators) who would like to introduce themselves to CAD. Sketchup is quite friendly for newcomers and Mr. Westland has really prepared an excellent set of tasks for students to learn the material. The really great thing about this course is that it's about doing, not about learning the theory.
5.00/5.00
5/20/2018
State: CALIFORNIA
Exceptional class
5.00/5.00
5/15/2018
State: GEORGIA
I enjoyed this class and learned a lot!
4.00/5.00
5/4/2018
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
4/13/2018
State: OREGON
This class was a lot of fun. I learned a lot from the class and the professor was very nice and answered any questions very quickly.
4.50/5.00
4/8/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
8/3/2017
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
6/20/2017
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Professor Westland is an amazing instructor. His video tutorials are the best! Thank you!
5.00/5.00
6/19/2017
State: VERMONT
5.00/5.00
6/6/2017
State: IOWA
5.00/5.00
5/18/2017
State: WISCONSIN
I thought the course was excellent. I learned what I was expecting and more. The instructor was very responsive and gave excellent feedback.
5.00/5.00
5/10/2017
State: MASSACHUSETTS
I really enjoyed this class and I think my students will as well. The instructor was incredibly quick to respond with project grades and any questions I had. I would really be interested in another section to develop skills even more.
5.00/5.00
4/25/2017
State: OHIO
The course was excellent! I had minimal experience using SketchUp and now come away from the course more equipped to provide instruction to my students. Eric Westland's lessons, instructions, and additional support were highly beneficial and appreciated. He is competent, kind, and professional. I will definitely recommend Fresno to colleagues looking to "not write another paper" (I have a masters degree....I can write papers), but to gain valuable knowledge and skills that can be used in the classroom immediately.
5.00/5.00
4/18/2017
State: MISSOURI
For someone just beginning to teach engineering and PLTW courses this was awesome!
5.00/5.00
3/25/2017
State: OHIO
Great course.
4.00/5.00
3/12/2017
State: CALIFORNIA
This course took quite a bit of time, but I learned a lot. I appreciated the instructor's help and quick responses to questions. I look forward to introducing my students to SketchUp.
5.00/5.00
2/21/2017
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
2/10/2017
State: MISSOURI
5.00/5.00
2/3/2017
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
1/17/2017
State: OHIO
Great course, instructor was very quick to respond & offer up helpful critiques.
5.00/5.00
12/11/2016
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
11/26/2016
State: MISSOURI
Excellent course! Instructor is very knowledgeable about content material. The instructor replies to questions promptly and makes tutorials that make the lessons simple to navigate through. Would definitely recommend this course to beginners who want to learn Sketch Up anyone that has already used Sketch Up and would like to learn more.
4.00/5.00
9/19/2016
State: ILLINOIS
This was a great class. I learned a lot from the instructional videos provided.
4.00/5.00
9/19/2016
State: PENNSYLVANIA
4.00/5.00
9/9/2016
State: ILLINOIS
I thought this course was great for the first 70%. I learned a lot about Google Sketch Up. I was hoping for more lessons about how to implement in my classroom. This is more about drawing than it is about using it as an educator.
5.00/5.00
8/31/2016
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
8/29/2016
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Great class. Felt very comfortable using this program by the end of the course and plan to implement it in my instruction with my classes.
5.00/5.00
8/18/2016
State: NEW JERSEY
I really learned a lot. Eric Westland is a great instructor.
5.00/5.00
6/27/2016
State: OHIO
I learned a great deal from this class. Between the readings in the book and the video tutorials, I was able to work when I had time and could go back over anything I didn't understand the first time. Eric Westland (the instructor) was helpful with constructive comments and was quick to respond to any questions or to give feedback on assignments. I would definitely take a class from Eric again - highly recommended.
5.00/5.00
6/26/2016
State: MASSACHUSETTS
I really enjoyed this course. The lessons were clear, and the assignments were fun and manageable. Thanks so much!
5.00/5.00
5/6/2016
State: CALIFORNIA
4.00/5.00
3/6/2016
State: ARIZONA
A good introduction to Sketchup. The instructor is knowledgeable and promptly answering questions. The course would benefit from a more extensive resources list, especially regarding best practices and work flow.
5.00/5.00
2/25/2016
State: VIRGINIA
The course was excellent, I learned a great deal, plus I am incorporating google sketch up into my curriculum.
5.00/5.00
1/21/2016
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Great course, very well done.
5.00/5.00
12/21/2015
State: NEW JERSEY
5.00/5.00
12/16/2015
State: NEW JERSEY
This course was amazing!! Great tutorials and fun projects!
5.00/5.00
12/10/2015
State: ILLINOIS
Very challenging but will teach you how to use this program effectively!
5.00/5.00
8/9/2015
State: OHIO
Great class!
5.00/5.00
8/4/2015
State: CALIFORNIA
Outstanding course. Helpful videos, clear instructions and responsive instructor. Thanks.