Making Makers: Building Makerspaces in K–12 Parochial Schools
Running a makerspace can be challenging and expensive, but schools that do so often see rewards in increased student engagement, collaboration, and enthusiasm for problem solving.
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Maker (Educator) Spotlight: Emily Burk
Emily Burk brings “big learning” to life for students and colleagues in the high school makerspace she helped found in Anna, TX.
MakerBot Launches New Educator Certification Program
MakerBot announces new certification program for educators helping to give them the tools to create curriculum to bring 3D printing int o the classroom.
It’s a Wrap: Maker Camp 2016
2016 was a great year for our Maker Camp program, with lots of new projects, new participants, and dedicated educators.
The Way We Talk About Education Today Reflects Growth of the Maker Mindset
Even if educators aren’t directly referring to the “Maker Mindset” the buzzwords used in schools these days reflect its influence in education.
Maker Spotlight: Brian Zweerink
Brian Zweerink is a teacher, a woodworker, an industrial designer, and just an all around powerhouse when it comes to making.
This Telepresence Robot from the 1800s Helps Promote Metal Shop
AR-Duo is a steampunk telepresence robot that shows off the skills and ingenuity of a school’s metal shop.
