The Mechanisms of a Makerspace
The concept of makerspaces in the classroom is grounded in theory and research. These include constructionism, the maker movement, design thinking, and media literacy. These frameworks are all relatively new, and may be unfamiliar to educators of all levels of experience. In order to understand the "whys" of implementing a makerspace, take some time to review the main theories and frameworks supporting this movement and the mechanisms behind them.
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The Makerspace for Education resource has been developed to immerse the user, the educator, in these frameworks; constructionism, the maker movement, design thinking, and media literacy, allowing a holistic approach to learning and operating within these constructs.
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We are all Life Long Learners!
Through utilizing this resource, exploring and engaging with the content, educators have an opportunity to learn as we expect our students to learn; through constructionism and the maker movement, while utilizing design thinking, and exercising and expanding media literacies.