The Eclipse Ei is an educational microscope. It was developed to reduce the burden on teachers who must educate beginner users on microscope operation. It also eliminates issues associated with the moving, setup, and storage of microscopes. The design features intuitive graphic indicators and an online guide, a lightweight body that is easy to hold and carry, and a design that provides clean, organized storage for accessories. These innovations make teaching, learning, and handling easier, supports teachers in their instruction, and increases productivity for students by giving them more essential time for learning sciences and medicine.