Building contraptions inspired by the inventor and cartoonist teaches students about physics, problem-solving, and cause and effect.
“Hatch” Library Maker Space in a Mall Draws DIYers, Students, and Entrepreneurs
By on October 2, 2015
No library card is required to use the tools at the Hatch maker space, located near Dunkin’ Donuts in a mall in Watertown, MA, and launched by the Watertown Free Public Library with diverse community funding.
A Librarian’s Guide to OER in the Maker Space
By on October 1, 2015
Open educational resources (OER) are a boon to maker activities, according to library media specialist Laura Fleming, who provides related tips and links to fun, cost-effective projects.
Video: Schools, Libraries Uniquely Positioned to Direct Maker Movement, Says Congressman
By on September 18, 2015
U.S. Congressman Mark Takano (D-CA41) addressed the growing importance of maker activities—from STEM education to small-batch manufacturing—in a September 16 keynote.
School Librarians Want More Tech—and Bandwidth | SLJ 2015 Tech Survey
By on August 3, 2015
IPads, maker spaces, 3-D printers, and coding skills top the tech wish lists for 1,259 school librarians across the country, according to School Library Journal’s 2015 Technology Survey.
ISTE 2015: Takeaway Tips for a Library Maker Space | ISTE 2015
By on July 4, 2015
Maker was front and center at the 2015 ISTE conference—and that was a good thing for Jennifer Hanson, director of library services at Worcester (MA) Academy, who is planning a maker space at her school.
Trends Aside, Libraries Support Student Content Creation Now | Horizon K-12 Report
By on July 3, 2015
The evolution of students from consumers to creators of content continues as a major trend in education, according to the 2015 Horizon K-12 Report. Smart tech integration is at the heart of this transition, and libraries are helping lead the way.
MakerBridge Site and Blog Show Diversity in Maker Movement | The Maker Issue
By on June 17, 2015
Being a maker is about independence and empowerment, says MakerBridge Project founder Sharona Ginsberg. Focused on making in libraries and schools, the site features tech tips, tool reviews, and variety of resources and profiles.
Supporting Students with STEM Programming at the Library | Tech Tidbits
By on June 1, 2015
High school teacher librarian Phil Goerner shares tips for implementing STEM programming at the library, including partnering with local maker spaces, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
Latinitas and DIY Girls: Paving the Way for Latina Makers
By on May 20, 2015
Two nonprofit organizations, Latinitas and DIY Girls, are working with Latina teens and tweens to promote tech- and media-focused skills.
