Take learning to a whole new level with hands on learning in a makerspace in your library learning commons. What is a makerspace and why does it belong in your library? Explore the links below for the answers to these questions and more.
What is a
makerspace?
5 tips to
create a cost-effective makerspace quickly:
This site, by Diana Rendina, gives you lots of information on how to begin with makerspaces in your library:
http://renovatedlearning.com/
This site, by Colleen Graves, explores the connection between inquiry and literacy. Colleen sees the library learning commons as the logical place for a makerspace in your school.
https://colleengraves.org/
This site, by Curtis Wiebe, contains a comprehensive list of makerspace materials and resources.
http://mrwiebesclass.weebly.com/makerspace.html
School libraries and makerspaces: can they coexist? by Josh Weisgrau
http://www.edutopia.org/blog/school-libraries-makerspaces-coexist-josh-weisgrau
Using littleBits in your makerspace. I like the task cards (free download) to focus students.
http://littlebits.cc/case-study-elementary-school-library-makerspace
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ReplyDeleteHere's some detailed information on MakerSpace supplies, sustainability and organization:
https://georgesvanierlibrary.edublogs.org/2016/08/27/refreshing-your-makerspace/
Combining 3D print MakerEd and Digital Creations:
https://georgesvanierlibrary.edublogs.org/2016/02/29/using-3d-printed-figures-to-add-spark-to-digital-creations/
A slideshare on how to purchase, organize and set up a MakerSpace:
https://georgesvanierlibrary.edublogs.org/2015/10/13/making-our-makerspace/
Hope these help. ��
Thanks for sharing, Anna! It looks like you've repurposed the computer lab space into a wonderland of making! I like how visual your links are and many of the supplies are easily obtained and don't cost a lot, so even schools with smaller budgets can think about creating a makerspace.
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