#edtechchat Archive
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Monday January 25, 2016
1 minute until the EPIC w/ on Makerspaces!
very new at this! Looking forward to it!
Lisa die of tech from is excited to talk maker space
I felt the same. So excited to be able to follow live tonight.
Ok folks it is 8:00 est and time to roll with Time to state your name and where you are
Ok folks it is 8:00 est and time to roll with Time to state your name and where you are
Are you in Maine? My mom is from Fort Kent, I have lots of relatives around the state!
Glad to have you here Teri!!
What is the main topic tonight?
Bonus points to Mike for knowing my usual subject matter and welcome
What's up everyone Mike from PA
Michael from TN / DC here
Hi Bryan Miller director of Ed tech , co founder & co-moderator
Dan, business teacher from St. Louis.
Hi. Kelly from Eastern Kentucky
Tonight we're discussing makerspaces!
we are starting a Makerspace at my school, excited to learn from the tonight!
Ashley, library media specialist/geeky nerd/book enthusiast, from Arkansas here tonight!
we are talking understanding maker tonight
Hey Rob from CT. 7/8 social studies/lead tech coach.
Hi, I'm Emilia, NJ school district techie! Glad to see you all!
Hello - Alex under the snow in NJ - looking to make a way out from under the snow!
Billy from NJ, of STEAM/G/T and Computer Teacher
Rachelle from Pittsburgh,
Hi! I'm Allison in Orlando ☀️🌴
Hi! I'm Teri from Texas. So happy to be learning with you tonight.
Eric from PA jumping onto . I'm a dean at a boarding school.
Ross from PA. In and out tonight to support Mr. Katrina Keene.
Hi ! Heather, middle school librarian saying hi from Hershey, PA under 34" of snow
Felecia, elementary principal from Cleveland
GREAT! I do not know a lot about it, so let's get started.
Hi Digital Learning Coach.
Diana Rendina, librarian at Stewart Middle Magnet in Tampa, FL. Will be jumping in & out. Couldn't miss Nathan as mod ;)
Alex in Austin. Putting knowledge to work - making things - is a great experience.
GAH! That's a lot of snow!
Welcome Jamie, love that title.
Hey everyone. Russ, FL principal.
How are you doing? My friend.
hey folks - Lisa here from Pittsburgh, PA. Head of School/CLO and former Director of Tech + Innovation.
is the key to being part of the chat. Use the tag folks.
Hey ! Sadie from St. Louis. Middle School Technology Literacy teacher and district tech trainer.
Hey ! Sending some your way tonight! Can't stay for the chat, but will pop in when I can. :)
Hi Jackie from CT; HS social studies and library media
Excited for maker night as a / director :)
yeah, but they have chocolate!
yes, I am! I work at UMFK!
HEY!!!!! In and out tonight while watching WWE Wrestling.
Hi, Zac from Lecanto, FL 8th grade ELA
Helo Dr. Lisa, welcome to
Hi It was great seeing you at https://t.co/CvfPZ6XIPg
Diana Rendina, librarian at Stewart Middle Magnet in Tampa, FL. Will be jumping in & out. Couldn't miss Nathan as mod ;)
Doug from snowy central Pa. Good evening
We are from a grant. Super excited. https://t.co/bo0fJWxD9w
we are starting a Makerspace at my school, excited to learn from the tonight!
everything is awesome. How about you?
Hi Chris from SoCal. APUSH and AVID teacher.
Awesome to see so many Floridians tonight :)
Brad in Bangkok. Wondering how makerspaces have help shift focus in education.
good to know you have priorities! Keep us up to date!
Was great to see present at . Planning a blog on future of schooling for soon
... :) Mom, former teacher, DMM for a small nonprofit. Lover of games and digital learning! :)
LAURA is here…well for a second.
Glad to see we are somewhere on your priority list ;-)
Good evening ! Jerry checking in from Inverness, FL tonight.
Howard Pitler joining from Denver - author of Using Technology with Classroom Instruction that Works.
For those who are looking food question that is next week
Howdy all Greg from Chattanooga Here.
Hi, Bret in Quito, Ecuador…going to be lurking, we’re moving into the Maker movement next year, still new to it all
Sean from Orland Park IL - good group already joining
Hey comp teacher from snowy NJ
is always a high priority!
Awesome to see this year great session
Good Evening to the amazing
Carrie from Tampa. I teach 7th Civics and 8th US History. Popping in and out tonight.
Good evening sir. and Welcome.
Well how cool is THAT! Small world! I have a cousin at UMFK :)
Snow - a natural maker space :) Snow man, snow forts, igloos :)
justin from jersey can't wait
Hi So glad you joined us at our session at https://t.co/Q5mEqJqtBg
Was great to see present at . Planning a blog on future of schooling for soon
And for those who do not know. I am Tim from Melmac
Glad you included a challenge!
I’m trying to do the tonight using a keyboard mapped entirely to fruit through makey-makey.
very small world! I may know her!
Howdy Bryan, how was Bett?
Hi there! Jessica Gibbs, K-5 Instructional Coach from Detroit.
Good evening. Amy from CT. Business/computer science teacher and tech inatructional leader
Welcome to all of our international participants! We've got folks from around the world here!
Welcome to all of our international participants! We've got folks from around the world here!
Warming up the question generator. Looks like we will start #6 on my list.
Linda Dextre, Teacher Librarian at Wendell Middle (NC).
Hello Katrina and Justin.
this might be one of my favorite tweets of all time
Hi Great co-presenting with you last week in London!
Hello tweeps, Tina, aka the TN Firecracker per , checking in to learn&grow w/ y'all!
I love technology! However, I do not know what makerspaces are. Looking forward to learn.
Q1a what does or mean to you? I mean to you. Not someone. To YOU.
But I bet now someone will try! https://t.co/FbgGqKf7nz
I’m trying to do the tonight using a keyboard mapped entirely to fruit through makey-makey.
It was so great to meet you at . It's always nice to put a face to the Twitter handle. :)
Hi Bryan!!! It was amazing!! Can't wait for our next speaking engagement! https://t.co/JBFRTqI4bV
Hi Great co-presenting with you last week in London!
Going to try and participate in tonight from Akron Ohio!
A1 a place to make and do stuff. Fun stuff. Stuff not in a "classroom" stuff.
Jerry you are quite the rapper!!!
A makerspace is a place where Ss can gather to create, invent, tinker, explore & discover using a variety of tools & materials.
Hello all, Media Specialist and Technology Integration Coach joining in from snow covered New Jersey
A1
is about using tools, any tools, to create authentic learning opportunities for students.
so how many letter does that really give you
A1: it means a chance to break away from the norm, relax, and do some free thinking for a little bit.
A1: are a place for people to create, think outside the box, explore, and tinker. A place to challenge themselves
A1: Makerspace makes me think of 3D printers
A1 Maker is where learning meets doing. less talking more acting and learning through vision, planning, building, and failing
A1: I look at as a great excuse to bring inquiry into a school/classroom!
A1a: inspiration, materials, enthusiasm, energy, creativity.. Empathy and collaboration. Growth. https://t.co/G8NpyndLjT
A1 a place to invent, create, play, and form; tinker, brainstorm, make imagination come to life
A1) An area where kids/adults can explore in creation with tools of any kind.
daisy chain them…all letters (or could just respond in emojis)
A1a: is freedom. Freedom to learn on your own, fail, build, destroy. It's PBL on steroids... https://t.co/4xCY99fZhw
Q1a what does or mean to you? I mean to you. Not someone. To YOU.
A1: To me, they mean places and activities where kids do NOT need to fit into a box
A1 using any equipment to make a new game in my class.
A1: Doesn't have to be a "place." Maker-mindset allows ppl to design, create, inquire, problem solve how they want
A1: and I were talking about this the other day it’s an upgrade to the vocational electives X10000
A1 freedom to think and test ideas. a messy, fun place.
Giving urban youth an opportunity to engage in the creative possibilities of technology & develop their creative confidence
It means a time to explore and create. But it also means something I don't get to do in a college prep HS
A1: makes me think of hands on activities
A1: makerspace: bring an idea to life, tangibly, in 3D
a Maker Space is nothing without the mindset.
A1 A playground for learning
A1: A place where an idea never dies.
A1a: Place for patrons to find their creative happy place.
A1a: is getting to learn via trial and failure without judgement regardless of the outcome.
A1. is about having Ss become creators, innovators, inventors, problem solvers and thinkers.
Place where students are free to create, collaborate, design, & problem solve something they are interested in. Student driven.
A1 Make stuff, build stuff create stuff, design stuff. What is stuff depends on you.
Makerspaces democratize learning by making tools, resources, materials, supplies available and accessible to all
A1a - helping S's see a new world of possibilities, generating a spark, engaging little ones in creativity!
Just reading, learning and lurking with the best of them!
A1a Ss can create, be curious, innovative, learn by doing and prob solving, fun
A1: to me - a place to build your dreams and bring your imagination to life
Dan it was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!
A1 It means an area for Ss to learn, create and grow based on their interests with a little influence at the level I teach.
A1 To me, a makerspace is an unstructured opportunity to just play, tinker, figure things out and make things work.
A1: is about having a mindset of creativity, inventing, tinkering & exploring. It can be no-tech, low-tech & high tech
A1:Freedom to experiment and ultimately fail at times, but refine the process of problem solving
who needs letters - map the retweet key and you cover about 90% of what some tweet :)
A way of learning where Ss learn through inquiry as active participants in the learning process through making
A1 in my room is safe place where Ss can explore, try stuff, fail, fix things, and try again. Ss Create, invent, build
A1: Maker doesnt have to be actual physical building. It can be digital design and creation.
I keep seeing the word “tinker”…used to associate that word w/ crazy old men and cars “out back”. Now it’s a good thing :)
Errol principal of middle school joining in
I agree and Also loud and engaging.
So happy to see my moderating tonite!!
Nice, you should write a book about that. ;-)
A1: Students (learners) work together to create, invent, and learn.
I feel HS like ours that don't/can't put it in curriculum, should at least offer the space/time like genius hour for it.
A1a: is where I get to apply my philosophy - working on getting the house settled!
awesome! Ty so much for joining us!
A makerspace is a place where students walk in and feel that everything is right within their grasp, that buzz of possibility.
Q1a A makerspace is place to make your ideas come alive
I'm a fan of tied to social justice, human centered design and entrepreneurship.
a way to catalyze cultural change in urban communities about what is possible to do & achieve with technology & engineering
Important to realize doesn't just mean fun in the library.
A1: I hear and I think about innovation and creative in learning. Space and program merely support those concepts
A doesn't have to be an area set aside. Any classroom where kids are CREATING is a MakerSpace in my book.
A1 Makerspace has to move beyond shallow device fetish to a deeper understanding of processes, causality, concepts, coding etc.
A1: opportunity for Ss to use creativity/learning/passion to explode into a unique project that speaks to them as individuals
MakerEd can be about both STEAM and the Humanities.
A1b
In the we used the ultimate maker space as a place to try ideas and iterate through problem solving in REAL PBL
Q1b How does maker relate to your position? As a teacher or an admin or an alien?
Agreed. Have to make "real world" connections to their "tinkering". https://t.co/vRcUYJUEPz
Important to realize doesn't just mean fun in the library.
Student Driven - Very important. Ms in my room made tin-foil hats and voice changers today! They were so happy!
So tough to break the mindset of grades 1st & foremost b/c of college admissions & scholarships. Need to blend it in.
Have a fun chat tonight! Have lots of unicorns and :)
we need to help you fix that!
I think I already own a book of that title…
A1 Whether it's a 3D or intellectual creation...it's about creating and being free/encouraged to create.
Exactly, feel like the tendency is to “set up” this space, but Ss may not be welcome https://t.co/ADtewSyTjV
A doesn't have to be an area set aside. Any classroom where kids are CREATING is a MakerSpace in my book.
A1: I always imagine Einstein and Edison played in some kind of makerspace. I kind of pretend to be them when I'm there.
A1 the opportunity to explore and embrace learning through failing
A1 A tool/way of learning that involves Ss being actively involved as innovators, tinkerers and critical thinkers
I really can't stay for this chat, but I can't pull myself away either! :)
No 2 makerspaces are the same, nor should they be-properly plan 2 uncover what works best 4 your school https://t.co/ctP2AUL5z2
I totally understand...I work at a college prep school also.
A1b
As the director, that is the entire role. Find ways to get Ss to use making to enhance learning…and vice versa
Joining from Dallas Texas.
A1b: As a librarian, I created a in our library so that ALL of my students could have access
LOVE THIS DEFINITION!
https://t.co/93queNbcHH
A doesn't have to be an area set aside. Any classroom where kids are CREATING is a MakerSpace in my book.
When we think makerspace, we think tinker, grapple, ponder, and create. No order need apply.
A1. Not really a space.More of a philosophy of freedom to explore, create, collaborate, and learn from mistakes and from others.
It falls naturally in. Play is the first maker space for ss https://t.co/VzlX7fcMxJ
Q1b How does maker relate to your position? As a teacher or an admin or an alien?
I agree. It's not a place, it is a mindset and a way of learning - and teaching.
maybe culture has made it a bad thing but tinkering is definitely a good thing! think: tinker toys. fun!
I can’t wait to the metrics on tonight I bet you break TweetDeck.
A1b: I support the awesome edus like who create makerspaces where magic happens!
A1b: Err..I'm a teacher and therefore I need to prepare kids for the world beyond bubble sheets and scantons.
A2 library alien:I can use makerspaces to pull together classroom lessons in a fun way that fit w/ MY curriculum. Research, too!
A1: The idea that you HAVE to have a 3D printer, or this tool, or that gadget for a is crazy. It can be anything.
We have a great students, faculty, & leadership But w/ 85% of Ss involved in extra-curriculars where do you put it?
hello my traveling friend!!!! How was London?? Lived vicariously through you & !
A1a? I think anyone can be involved in maker matter of giving kids space to create
A1b: is what we should be talking when we discuss the future of leadership
As Dir of Tech it is important to help create the space and model how it can be used to engage our students.
Makerspaces are all about "Hands On" not "Tech On."
scaffold skills and mindset from tinkering to building Ss who are agents of change.
A1b - as a techie, I'm always happy to find a way to help Ts/Ss create.
It was incredible!!! I'll have to call you soon! https://t.co/glr5FsY7EP
hello my traveling friend!!!! How was London?? Lived vicariously through you & !
Hello . Mike from North NJ. Supervisor of C, I & A- looking to create some maker opportunities in our media centers
A1b: its an extension of STEM, and creation and problem solving must occur all across school or “learning” may not be there
A1b: I am a consultant and coach working to help Ts create a better learning environment for S.
got to integrate it - change the mindset in the classroom - doesn't have to be after school
I’ll video him sometime and show you. It is amazing. He typed an entire discrete math textbook on it!
Q1b. As a parent... its important I reiterate the learning from class at home. So we do all kindsa cool maker projects at home.
Ducking out. Fun chat. Good luck !
I am maker & education organizer with youth for 14 yrs using participatory design of both space & activities to catalzye change
A1b: Position is just a title - the goals are the same - teacher/admin/whatever - do what is best for kids ALWAYS
That's a great point. Now it makes me feel guilty I haven't made this happen.
Libraries lead in makerspaces just like they led in tech.
A1a) So Much more than a table with legos.
equations? I would have given up.
Many miss this point. Get some Legos, paper, scissors, crayons or whatever and you have a MAkerSpace! https://t.co/J7sn5QAVqJ
A1: The idea that you HAVE to have a 3D printer, or this tool, or that gadget for a is crazy. It can be anything.
A1b I'm so lucky! I get to mentor makers everyday as the tech teacher, Makerspace mentor, and coding "coach"
A1b As a librarian, I see as extension of library learning commons, collaborative, innovative problem-solving
POOF!!! *Cloud of Glitter* *Unicorns flying everywhere* *Tweetdeck broken*
A1 as a tech teacher being a gives my students exposure to new tech and problem solving!
A1b: As an AP it pushes me to “find a place” for the awesomenss that is in the already busy school experience
agreed, much can be done with little of the mindset is there..where there's a will
TRUTH!!! https://t.co/S2sw7Qwm0W
A1b: Err..I'm a teacher and therefore I need to prepare kids for the world beyond bubble sheets and scantons.
A1b As the LMS/facilitator but most importantly as a maker too!
A1b: As an admin I'm a maker for trying ways to improve digital learning to benefit Ss and Ts
Me too! He said he new the textbook would be hard so he figured he might as well completely relearn how to type too
A1b: puts my students and I on equal footing. We are all learning, problem solving, and creating together.
don't worry - we'll talk you up plenty!
A1: tends to reside in the physical. For me it's about turning learning into something to hold onto.
A1b: as a HoS and Chief Learning Officer I MUST model the Maker Mindset or I can't expect Ts and Ss to be makers.
Hi it was amazing and getting to present with was the BEST https://t.co/xuzCqdmirP
hello my traveling friend!!!! How was London?? Lived vicariously through you & !
I'm like seeing Makerspace activities tied to Social Entrepreneurship opportunities
There must always be glitter & unicorns when is moderating :)
A1b 3rd grade teacher who wants kids to dare to drive their own learning so and philosophy is integral
A1b as a principal I need to be the Lead and learner, spread a culture of innovation and inspiration
Yes that is such an important point! Makerspaces are about the mindset and opportunities to explore. https://t.co/EVgvNOOMq3
A1: The idea that you HAVE to have a 3D printer, or this tool, or that gadget for a is crazy. It can be anything.
1b. As the lead tech coach, I have worked to put a makerspace in the library.
I am just starting journey. Hopefully in two months will have first K night. I plan to blog about my experience.
slow clap.
https://t.co/T0G3FU9qR1
A1b: Err..I'm a teacher and therefore I need to prepare kids for the world beyond bubble sheets and scantons.
Makerspaces do not have to be STEM- related! Plan to uncover themes that work best for your school! https://t.co/KXsIlrNt1V
Makerspaces do not have to be STEM- related! Plan to uncover themes that work best for your school! https://t.co/2vgbr9fFih
Currently driving save some questions for me!
A1b: Admin must give permission; model failure and success; provide PD; check out our article https://t.co/LNpolxPgnk
Had the pleasure of sitting w/ & her maker space sounded like a great pop for Ss! https://t.co/wGuwjGGzKO
A1b: As a librarian, I created a in our library so that ALL of my students could have access
LOVE THIS!! Thanks Ms. Evans https://t.co/NeOlneFSu3
A1b as a principal I need to be the Lead and learner, spread a culture of innovation and inspiration
is this a 3D that is ok with being moved around?
We worked really hard for 2 yrs to get Ts & Ss to integrate iPads w/ Success! Need to find good place for
Do you have an engineering class? Might be easier to incorporate a makerspace that way.
A1: Makerspace is just a new trendy term based off Inquiry Learning and Problem Solving. Those should be at the heart of MakerEd
Q2 How do or relate to your content area? It isn't go do maker time, how do suit in the classroom.
A1 maker thing about Dweck & growth mindset - but some easily discouraged by more techie types
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if you already have ipads, then you are halfway there - you have tools, now find a project
A1b:As a teacher turned librarian, my makerspace is my new class, providing learning experiences 4 all students in the school.
Does a maker space even need to be physical? What about software or modeling?
yeah, but it only printed 2x2 consistently and I sold it
Welcome! You'll find lots of great folks to connect with here!
A2: I am curious to know how people incorporate in high school, especially if you’re doing IB.
Amen to that! Our Makerspace started with items scrounged from basements, garage sales, dumpsters (for real!)
Have you worked with ? They have a great space.
A1b I teach we started culture courses w/Spanish
hands down best repurposing of a bathtub I have ever seen.
A2: I teach art, so it fits nicely. I've been following to find out HOW to fit it nicely more often :)
make the space and resources available for - example all 9th gr goes to weekly this term
A1b classroom is a makers lab right now- new aquaponics setup for h/o learning
A1b as Technology instructional leader I helped with writing grants to get different materials for our LC. Also have in my class
love it! What a great environment!
A3 We have a "lunch in the library" time once a week. Kids come in to do whatever they want, as long as it relates to "working".
A2: As ELA T, Ss have where they create from their passions, also recreate aspects of reading, Stop Motion, Robotics
A1b: it means I can take my students down for a getaway from the traditional lecture. And I get to see !
Teens develop projects that solve a community issue/problem that is important to them; then teach what they learn to youngers
That is one thing we have in place. So we do have it in one place. I'd just like to see more of it.
Don't forget making is not just 3D printers and circuits - it is cooking, sewing, designing, and all that other creative stuff
A2 SS I try to include cross curricular opportunities...had a student demonstrate learning of Stone Age on minecraft went great
Would the "old fashioned" artists studio fit the definition?
A2: As librarian at a STEM magnet school, wanted to bring hands-on STEM exploration into our library = makerspaces
A2 In SS, we study inventions- instead of researching inventions- use and to make their own inventions.
A2
The catch is making is about making. Making (when done right) develops high-lvl problem solving. That is ubiquitously needed
I have seen it. Using our local to help. Excited to visit this Thurs.
A2 bring out boat loads of equipment. Give one parameter (skill) create game that utilizes that skill. then play games
A2: No direct connection to my English teaching, but I hope what we do informs/overlaps w. maker content elsewhere.
the maker movement isn't new. Think PBL. Now we have new tools thought to explode PBL to new heights.
A3b that's the beauty of a . Many public libraries are incorporating for patrons to learn skills & explore.
A2. Any subject and any classroom can include making. Give Ss opportunities to show what they have learned in unique ways.
A2
The catch: making isn’t about making. It develops high-lvl problem solving skills. Those are ubiquitously needed.
software for printer sucked. Printer wasn't to bad, needed a heated bed
Agree implementation comes from doing whats best for kids, not whats best for content or benchmarks
A2) There should be creativity in every area in every class. Makers Make It Happen.
Exactly! What neat projects can you do in other disciplines? https://t.co/6XMM6Z1vOr
the maker movement isn't new. Think PBL. Now we have new tools thought to explode PBL to new heights.
Nice. I drove to Hutchinson to work w/ & it was awesome!
A2: it can certainly tie. My students are building houses that can stand in a storm. this was after weather study.
A2: Makerspaces help our students to learn the 4 Cs: creativity, communication, collaboration & critical thinking.
Makerspaces evolved out of the need for kids to touch, make, and build things - the stuff taken out of Kindergarten.
STEM can happen anywhere. Ss used materials to explain rule of law. Most awesome lego model was made by a 12 yr old
A2: Makered should enhance Ss learning of content - not a one-off; in my "content area" as admin, provide PD to support T use
Hey all, Michael from here. It’s been a while, but nice to be back!
I AGREE! Many times teachers and students bring GREAT ideas to the makerspace!
GreenScreen, kodable, drone powered by iPad. So many apps to help.
Our Makers can't wait to use the easy bake oven and donated sewing machine next week. https://t.co/8t3OiX5QBw
Don't forget making is not just 3D printers and circuits - it is cooking, sewing, designing, and all that other creative stuff
The amazing has created a wonderful elementary school makerspace if you want to connect :)
A2: I'm a tech teacher, so we focus lots on digital design. MakerEd without a tie to learning seems out of place.
Not at all. In fact I consider to be the ULTIMATE maker space. My kid made a rollercoaster! she was proud
A2.1
Making isn’t content specific. The whole idea is holistic improvement. It should be a slotted time. It should be central.
A2: it could used to explore geometric concepts.
A2: I teach computer science courses so they fit right in with idea of making and failing, perseverance & enhance projects
Beautiful Greg! https://t.co/aH9jgKv7HA
A2) There should be creativity in every area in every class. Makers Make It Happen.
A1b as an admin provide the support encourage the risks ask the right questions and gently nudge
But one of those is my son…
We've made great strides with new ideas in how lessons are delivered at our school. Some Ts looking to PBL
welcome Michael! So happy you are here!
speaking, listening, creating...it is standards based!
A3: It is a center that students can choose.
A1
Maker space is anywhere/anywhen/anywho creating
A2: Not sure how to incorporate it into world language.
Q2: in ELA I would love to see Ss create advertisements or write narratives about their creations
A2: I'm a tech director, which is all about problem solving!
Got to duck out a bit early for family time. Enjoyed chatting with you all :)
A2 can fit any content. there are no limits
Just stumbled across - I'm joining late, but can't resist chatting about ! Emily from MI - 2nd grade.
is the heart of place-based learning because youth have capacity to contribute innovations to their communities
A2.3
We coordinated all content areas at around making (through ) no content > another. None on an island.
A2: As , my role is to make sure the tools are available and working to allow teachers to success - think Q from 007
Makerspaces allow for mistakes to transform.
A2 currently just through but would love ideas on incorporating into the elementary school on a daily basis
and I have done this year, it has been revolutionary for us, just normal for our Ss.
Totally Agree!! Never a dull moment and never the same problem to solve. https://t.co/w65uczTtl9
A2: I'm a tech director, which is all about problem solving!
Hey , be sure to check out on the Fantastic show for your makers! cc:
Notice that I am not mentioning any tools. is not about the tools
consider developing maker mindset with "innovation stations" had these in common areas is Ms/HS in my last school.
In a , there are no mistakes! Failure is a requirement. https://t.co/sI4BJie1gu
Makerspaces allow for mistakes to transform.
Plus, I may be over thinking I tend to see 3D printing & large scale projects only.
A2: is a great way connect Art to the rest of classroom learning. Build a film set for history class.
A2 creativity is THE foundation of a teacher! The class needs to sweat creativity !!!!
Can't you make with anything? It's a mindset.
A2: As a librarian, makerspaces was a way to bring in students who rarely came in before.
that is the part of - there is a lot more
A2: I loved using the for our variable experiments in 6th grade. So much genius.
check out Rosie Revere Engineer
A2 setting up aquaponics lab has been maker heaven with recycled matl's creating food and ways to produce food.
A1 is about trying things out & discovering solutions (& more problems) along the way. Creative, fun & curiosity-driven
makerspaces are where technologies of earth can serve technologies of heart & enhance our relationships with each other
you should be here for on maker space https://t.co/gwM65hN7Nk
A2: I'm a tech director, which is all about problem solving!
I have set up in the media center 4 Ss dropped off early. Different theme each wk. Always creating though!
just going to say physical tools
What about creating podcasts, or creating a video with the green screen, while speaking the language?
you must come tot he realization that there is no spoon
I like it!! https://t.co/zOOwwNLOBX
What about creating podcasts, or creating a video with the green screen, while speaking the language?
is about allowing Ss to be curious & lead their own learning Gain back love of learning schools often control & stifle
A2 As librarian, I often support classroom social studies content; great maker projects abound; also literature-related stuff.
Ss will seek out ways to incorporate makered in the classroom, just give them the freedom to ask
The Maker Movement can simply put students in the center of learning and trying to solve problems.
create 3D art with various materials to represent one word in different languages
sorry for the interruption. Anyone know of a good website that simulates the voting process for students lrng about elections?
A2 I teach STEAM Lab which next year will be a thanks to talking with for the ideas.
Q3 Here is the 4 million dollar NSF question. How do we assess what students are doing in a ?
Thanks. We do a lot with creating videos, comic strips, green screen vids for Spanish/French.
Just give them the freedom to DO. :) https://t.co/q884BS2M9O
Ss will seek out ways to incorporate makered in the classroom, just give them the freedom to ask
see you are making, you just have to change how you use the term!
Last week I cleaned out my own basement. Brought in old parts of toys and games. Kids are repurposing https://t.co/KTWvq1D8zv
Thanks for sharing an idea for world language
In HS Spanish, we had to make mardi gras floats from shoeboxes & pinatas. Both had to represent us as a person.
That what I'm trying to do with my centers. Tell me more about it.
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Trust the process. When learning improves scores improve. You know it works. Ridiculous state scores will reflect it.
So, student centered learning with a focus on problem solving & creation as an assessment?
It is more a way to see how information can come to life.
There is a makerspace inside every kid. It's our job as educators to release it, draw it out, and make it explode.
A3: Just put a column labeled "creativity" on the rubric. Problem solved. ;)
A3: The assessment isn’t in the product but in the process, Ss problem solving is key
A3: Portfolios, apprenticeships, and mastery projects. Show me how you learn, and what you have learned
Thoughtful design is rarely obtained on the first try. https://t.co/lHaxRbPK9B
Makerspaces allow for mistakes to transform.
Q3 I think you assess the thinking that is going on which you can do with planning guides, rubrics, and conferencing
A3 we use the 3 question model. Project logs tell us everything. What did you learn? What dd you do? What ?s do you have?
Why assess? https://t.co/wyUxfxVV7U
Q3 Here is the 4 million dollar NSF question. How do we assess what students are doing in a ?
Before the term (1991) was coined I had my el. Ss creating and maintaining websites for non-profits.
A3: why must we assess? It all carries over. Let's let them explore and learn TO explore and learn.
is about creating an environ for students to become decision-makers & risk-takers. Learning through failure & feedback.
A3. With creativity at the forefront & skills based learning at the helm, we can assess the experience & not the actual project
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Build in accountability checkpoints. Give freedom to iterate but also provide construct for accountability in the process.
a3) Process and Participation that's how I use to do music... sometimes
RT : Q3 Here is the 4 million dollar NSF question. How do we assess what students are doing in a ?
It's a perfect opportunity to give context to content. https://t.co/TkI3IckUP0
A2 As librarian, I often support classroom social studies content; great maker projects abound; also literature-related stuff.
A3. Ss centered learning- focus on inquiry and a Ss questions and what they learned.
A3: Assessments should be informal. It should be student driven and open-ended.
A3: my Ss have content standards lists for civics. When they make a product, they have to explain how it meets the standard
because we haven't completely murdered grades yet
A3: I see it as improved engagement and connection. This will impact their experience at school in a positive way.
A3 Is it relevant? Can it be duplicated? What was confirmed or not? Was it fun?
A2 I teach it all in 2nd. fits so well with sci & soc st. Best way to teach concepts is by expecting Ss to use them.
When I talk with teachers, I always share this image. Helps understand what it's all about. https://t.co/oqHOiOGmdo
team of 3 Ts coordinated monthly activities and rotated. In LS every classroom had 1. As a planning team met monthly
A3 - Joy and satisfaction we get seeing the lightbulb come on for a kid with a "crazy" idea that works.
Have a conversation with a kid who has engineered, built, designed, and you will see just how deep it takes the learning.
A3 The Q I have is why is it being assessed? Then you will have your answer as to what aspect of the to assess
A3: maybe have Ss set goals before using makerspaces, and then self-assess/reflect
A3. Also, aren't schools doing this with style already? Just copy what they do...
A3 I am still trying to figure out a good assessment strategy! Rubrics feel restrictive...
A3: Shift the mindset from traditional assessment to acknowledging skills gained
A3.Purposefully weaved into curriculum-design thinking should be an organic/natural part of every class. Design process rubrics
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A3 project logs, student self-assessment via app, informal observ of collab process
A3 I don't know about y'all, but I answer more Ss inquiry questions during that I do during a planned lesson.
A3 we have to have to have students show what they know. Their product doesn't have to work but tell me why either way
If it’s taking time during school, some want to see assessment results… life.
We ask youth two questions at final circle up after an activity: What did you learn? What can you teach someone else?
A3: I think shouldn’t be shackled by quantitative analysis rather qualitative stories of action and achievement
A3: ePorfolios, design notebooks, student developed rubrics and status update reporting for older Ss. Ss wrote WOOP goals.
A3 engage in a conversation with a kid. They'll show you what they know and what they learned.
A3: inner kid reaction: do we have to?? Adult reaction: going with my inner kid reaction...
JOY <--- YES! We lost the value of joy. Joy is the stuff that learning is built on.
A3: There should be a rubric clearly defining expectations given at the start. Creativity and collaboration should be included.
Leaning through play. That's a whole separate topic! Why do we expect Ss to stop playing beyond elem? https://t.co/F1mthULkYN
Yes! And dance, music, stories, invented games, and so many things made through way children so naturally learn: play...
A3 let the S's create the assessment to demo their learning, engagement, and process
Exactly why we should be doing less presenting & more facilitating! https://t.co/VVXr3I4jQ2
A3 I don't know about y'all, but I answer more Ss inquiry questions during that I do during a planned lesson.
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Also, learning through failure has to be rewarded. Plane crashed, but team explained process & ?s https://t.co/bmMF9woWvG
Freakin love It seems like it was made for the maker portfolio You all need to try it
Has to be about process, so I would say digital portfolios should be the center piece, perhaps crossing into business/entr.
A3b. A purposefully crafted rubric would serve as critical thinking & problem-solving framework/model for Ss. It's about process
A3: Realistically for me I can’t assess the products every S makes I’m not smart enough, drive with inquiry
yes and make sure if you call it DT it weaves in time to build empathy. Lots of folks call makered DT without it.
Teaches should also model play… too many of us don’t https://t.co/gMciAPDj0e
Leaning through play. That's a whole separate topic! Why do we expect Ss to stop playing beyond elem? https://t.co/F1mthULkYN
Yes! And dance, music, stories, invented games, and so many things made through way children so naturally learn: play...
A3: Students are overloaded with assessment. Let's let learning be 4 self-fulfillment,not a grade or check off system for once.
A3: if it's functional & solves some type of problem then it's assessable. Doesn't mean it's ready for mass production just yet.
I think sometimes we make the idea of a look too difficult. It scares and intimidates many. Keep it simple.
pbskids has one & had Ts use a GForm & live results were viewable under summary of response up on IWB
A3: THEY shouldn't be assessed. They should keep a portfolio of their work & document/articulate progress toward mastery
even it’s not functional yet :)
A3: I let them add a picture, video, to their portfolio and explain what they made.
We've run a "Build It" class, and the kids started out timid and now they have wild ideas. Love it.
TRUTH! https://t.co/irysLHJylN
A3: I think shouldn’t be shackled by quantitative analysis rather qualitative stories of action and achievement
A3 Include questions that vary from the standard patterned, or rote, response. I expect actual practitioners will do better.
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A3b: I know it is successful when they think and go beyond. They always amaze me with their reasonings.
Use constructionism: youth create wiki page about engineering design process, engage in design reviews & show off @ project expo
If we have the opportunity to put Ss work in portfolios, we should do it so they can share with colleges later
What Nathan said. https://t.co/L0CdCF5QIx
Freakin love It seems like it was made for the maker portfolio You all need to try it
A3 Involve Ss in identifying what is worth assessing in . Kids should have active role in determining quality
yes it's a "whole student" developmental process - SEL learning attached throughout curriculum
A3 Measure long term retention. Practical applications and active learning are likely to show positive results here.
Perfect summary Qs https://t.co/HhJ78kVDoS
We ask youth two questions at final circle up after an activity: What did you learn? What can you teach someone else?
A3. Be sure to widen the scope of what you are assessing. Was their growth? Did they take a risk? Was their learning in failure
A3 Ask Students. Give students ownership of the way they show evidence.
agreed, lots of colleges are considering e portfolios in acceptance
A3: for real this time - goal tracking, reflection logs, conversations, presentations to peers
hi Greg! Hope all is well
Encourage kids to record vids reflect on work through the process. dream is to have a kid-built portfolio system.
Teachers should model play. There is not enough of it. https://t.co/gMciAPDj0e
Leaning through play. That's a whole separate topic! Why do we expect Ss to stop playing beyond elem? https://t.co/F1mthULkYN
Yes! And dance, music, stories, invented games, and so many things made through way children so naturally learn: play...
Q4 fell out from the Lego door
Teachers should model by trying and failing, showing the process for SS
middle school Ss love to play too if you can get them over their feelings ofembarrassment
we paid Ts small stipend and budget to get started was 1500 for big stations and 300 for smaller
Yes! Our Ms are able to use to reflect/share. I need to remind them to upload/share more often. https://t.co/bOWLkCSIic
Freakin love It seems like it was made for the maker portfolio You all need to try it
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uses AACU rubrics to assess critical and creative thinking in making. Focuses on process instead of outcome.
Thanks, things are Fantastic!!! I hope the same for you as well.
Everyone has a passion, no matter how unique or how small, will help us reach them all.
Civics Ss made a chess game to explain the road to the Dec. Of Indep. Easy to assess the content there https://t.co/eeLDV9QheC
To make is to create depth. It's not just a project; it has meat to it.
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A3 Can Ss explain what they did,why,how they prob solved,how could improve,learn as go,keep learning
I use too so parents can see the creations.
Yes-- the kind of questions that are the real deal!
Yes, pizza is on me...but only if I like you!
Make It, Own It, Learn It.
Q4 Do students need to use tech to have a maker experience? and I a maker exp. making burritos
A3: I love when you ask "how did you do that?" Or "how does that work?"
A3 Rubrics, presentations, eportfolios, reflection logs, videos, all tools we can show / teach students, then ask them
I love . Great tool to share with parents.
we talk about what students wrote the next day in class
a3 watch them, talk to them, they'll show you their understanding
A3 Measure the S's perseverance, this will likely be higher for Ss who have worked through real problems.
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NEED? Probably not. But tech-literate is the new…well, literate. They need to grow in tech somewhere. Why not school?
Maker Ed is also great way to do enrichment that gets parents & children working/learning together https://t.co/P8w6RpvNpW
Coming from the perspective of having a Prin request grades! That's something I don't want to see. https://t.co/WMZuGM0kW9
because we haven't completely murdered grades yet
my Ss plan before and blog reflection after. Not as an assessment, more for focus.
A4 Absolutely not, students do not need to use technology for a experience thats what duct tape & glitter come in handy
A4: I used to think it had to be high tech, but now I think it can be anything
Its a great arena for : SS created a small engine 2day that was smoking after tinkering few months before
A4: No, Ss don't need to use tech in a maker experience, anything hands on will do!
A4: No I think it’s more fun if they have to create with low tech items, tech always helps and is fun :)
A4: absolutely not! My Ss made plenty of amazing stuff using Legos and scraps in the MC or my classroom before 1:1
3D printing is great but must go beyond trinkets. Scale model of Menorah based on scriptural description https://t.co/qhNkd4Q5p1
A4 I do a lot with paper building. It so cheap and effective. It gets students in the DT mindset
A4: Absolutely not! Tech is great, but it is not the be-all-end-all of innovation
A4: I love tech but there has to be a balance, tech cld be a makerspace or used to supp the project but it's not inclusive
A4: Sometimes the makerspace is the place to get away from being overly burdened with tech all day long ;)
Yes! Seriously, though, cooking is making and is authentic application of skills, prior knowledge
consider having a family night, we did this and it was a huge success, couple hundred people attended!
Q4 heck no! means any making and creating. ppl have been doing that long b4 tech!
A4: Are 20th century power tools "tech"? Or does it have to be 3D modeling w. a Mac?
A4: You can have a great makerspace with no tech. My Ss love Legos and Geoshapes. All about building.
A3 Develop a rubric for ur makerspace as well as a self assessment/reflection
How much technology is too much technology in the classroom?
If you can’t quantify it easily, and it can’t be tested some don’t want it in school. But I understand.
A4: I've seen some great projects done w/o any tech. Just stop in the art room or band room any day.
a4: No. They should have choice. Paper, clay, Knex, tech...choice for voice.
Yes indeed maker ed needs technology, but not just engineering - need the technologies of love, of music, of relationship. . .
It's like a firehose of fantastic child-centered thoughts on right now. Moved by variety & great intentions
Learning so many great digital tools for the classroom!
A4: The truth is what we view as technology is the Ss normal. So give them anything and they will create.
Q4: NOPE! Sewing is a really popular activity too:)
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I know you don’t HAVE to use digital technology in a makerspace, but Ss should be exposed at a minimum.
A4 If we force tech on students as only solution who do they become be evaluators to tools
Awesome idea! Hope to try this in the near future. https://t.co/bENE8RpyZ7
Encourage kids to record vids reflect on work through the process. dream is to have a kid-built portfolio system.
A4 comp tech, not necessary. Engineering tech is hiding and revealed in makersp
A4 I think those sewing would be unhappy with that Question!
A4 Making: It's all tech isn't it?... just "low-tech" (paper, pen, cardboard) or "high-tech" (3D print, laser cut, etc)
Yes! 3D Printing shouldn't be the focus just bc it's trendy. What design concepts are you teaching? https://t.co/eRyeRwVLqu
3D printing is great but must go beyond trinkets. Scale model of Menorah based on scriptural description https://t.co/qhNkd4Q5p1
A4: I see tech coming in towards later in maker process - for how to guide, video, ads, reflection, etc if Ss wants
Me: yes, all of the above and making is also writing, paper prototyping, visual arts! https://t.co/JCdpScn1jg
A4: Are 20th century power tools "tech"? Or does it have to be 3D modeling w. a Mac?
Andy from St. Charles MO, Innovation teach, intermittently participating until the kid goes to bed...
A4. do not need to have tech-our "make something that does something" table was mostly recyclables and duct tape
A4 We start no-tech, move to low-tech, then more-tech. Our preschoolers are just learning to use tools & scissors
A4: tech is an option on my choice board but certainly not mandatory
It is verb in class. Ss like the feedback and encouragement. I'M anxious to try the global piece for .
A4 No! And I'm a techie saying that! "Making" can be with pen/construction paper/legos/mashed potatoes! It just has to be made.
Well put. Too many people try to force tech into everything. Ask yourself "Does tech enhance this process?"
A4) Not at all… Maker space with Tinker Toys, legos, Lincoln logs, hammer and nails.
Please tell me there is video of this.
TRUTH!
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A4 If we force tech on students as only solution who do they become be evaluators to tools
Sewing would be awesome in a ! I once made a t-shirt. It was horribly uneven but so much fun! https://t.co/0OLU2yltGR
Q4: NOPE! Sewing is a really popular activity too:)
me too. That's why I love my quasi before thrle school day starts!
Welcome! Q4 Do students need to use tech to have a maker experience?
Q4: No, is about solving problems with creativity, resources, and innovation. Tech is merely one of many tools.
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It’s not about the tech, but it kind of is. It’s about harnessing power of tech to become more effective problem solver.
oh how my Ss Love cardboard!
A4: No. Had a 2nd gr st bring in a robot today that she created outside of school. No tech involved. Was so excited.
Ok well I’ve been doing a lot of lurking tonight…seeing some cool ideas about "alternative assessment” in
A4 - no, Elem S's can anything out of anything! This approach gets S's thinking how they can recycle & repurpose!
A4 students need hand skills. They are missing those skills. Papercrafts rebuilt those hand motors
considering adding a "makership" to our HS program - Ss do 3 years of work study already!
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I have loved the e-Textitles I’ve seen in Combine sewing and electronics
Yes, we use tech to record explanations, directions for a game, feedback later. https://t.co/Lyj8xuUPHc
A4: I see tech coming in towards later in maker process - for how to guide, video, ads, reflection, etc if Ss wants
A4 books are so helpful for creativity and it Was there before computers...
once Ss master mindset and basic skills in I'd like to see them have the opportunity to fabricate in a
A4 No. Some tech is great but is about thinking+ creating. Can do that with popsicle sticks,rubber bands +marshmallows.
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I had a 16yr old girl make this ice castle out of acrylic. She discovered a talent b/c of tech https://t.co/ta5J6IQFFO
A4 Absolutely not. Tech can enhance any experience but not a necessity for
A4 we also deconstructed during a makerspace! We UN-did technology.
next maker conference we are going 2build a Death Star but I am going to seal the 1 hatch that blows up
A4: We have legos, blocks, k'nex, paper, cardboard. Legos hands down are their favorite. Cardboard is a close 2nd.
can include ethics and community service - how do we help the homeless in our community?
I've never though of sewing in a until now. It's great! https://t.co/ZMs8atSUHq
I have loved the e-Textitles I’ve seen in Combine sewing and electronics
A4 No, I have seen lots of great w/o tech, I grew up w/o tech :)
How to assess is a great Q I would assess based on a rubric that isn't too strict (allow for flexibility and creativity)
Ss project is about this, going to add the piece tomorrow! https://t.co/adiXAbTvUm
can include ethics and community service - how do we help the homeless in our community?
A4 reply: Define tech. Electronic? No. If tech = extension of natural as tools, yes.
This reminds me GirlTeen still needs help with her not working.
Low-Res is a great place to start but we must move beyond or we do students a disservice.
I have just started this. What tools do you have available? https://t.co/BW5ocTpW5D
A4 we also deconstructed during a makerspace! We UN-did technology.
Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
My Ss are using recycled materials to make a black history month display. Edmund Pettis bridge is painted cardboard lunch trays
SS Google 20% create podcast to teach others about tech, sing to nursing homes, and more school spirit. https://t.co/J5xlvWb5Yf
can include ethics and community service - how do we help the homeless in our community?
Makerspace = Genius Hour! Kids definitely need this creativity boost.
How about writing? Or making music? Or SEWING! When I think , I think creativity. https://t.co/Ioa5PmeLpV
A4: I used to think it had to be high tech, but now I think it can be anything
A4 No way! My makerspace is stocked with mostly glue and paper! But we also use digital tools to document.
yes! Right now our Ss designing solar powered heating devices for homeless
A4 absolutely not, should be whatever they want
A4: and bottles and cans! Lots of and
our in our house is called the craft table. Anything goes there. Tape is a favorite tool.
I haven't tried clay yet, but I like the idea. My admin would be a bit freaked about the carpet.
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This is scaffolded in. Let them fail once or twice from lack of thorough design process. Then they ask for a better way :)
I think it is a progression for both the T and the S. Also schools without tech need to move into the movement.
you can't stifle creativity though and that's the hardest part
Tell you admin to get over it. :) https://t.co/tiv4Ohgq91
I haven't tried clay yet, but I like the idea. My admin would be a bit freaked about the carpet.
. And one in every school. https://t.co/RwOwi0C8cA
There is a makerspace inside every kid. It's our job as educators to release it, draw it out, and make it explode.
A4: going to be honest, I always think tech by default. Trying to branch out though to get my kids into other things.
A5: if you couple the human centered design process with prototyping/drawing becomes natural and Ss learn that.
To get yoots to imagine designs, do rapid prototype with cardboard, glue, felt, sticks, etc.! Timed! Competitive! Fun!
Do we have to? What about just trial and error depending ont he problem?
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Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
A4: It isnt the tech that pushes Ss outside of their comfort zone- it is the opportunity for open-ended exploration.
Hey Nathan! Joining very late but my A4 is no- is about DT & no tech is A-ok(just glitter) :) https://t.co/Ytl9ElDJmL
Q4 Do students need to use tech to have a maker experience? and I a maker exp. making burritos
Hi Greg. meetup this year??
A5. style... or work on iterations throughout the week as homework.
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Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
A5: Take a good look at the overall design cycle. They need pre and post work in
A5: My art teachers never let me touch the paint until they approved the sketch. Same thing.
A4: don't need tech to be , but tech can help make the experience transformational
A5 stress the importance of brainstorming
A6.Drafting/sketching is a key step in the design process. Use rubrics to model process thinking/steps but show why it's needed
we used meat trays from the grocery store to work with the clay. Much easier to clean up.
What have students to create sketches along the way to show their evolution of thought
have to commit time to teaching the process, can't expect them to know how to plan if it hasn't been taught
I hope so. It was fun, and we can sit and chat for a bit this time. :-)
A5 I think drawing is not always necessary as some Ss think in 3D-need to differentiate https://t.co/ORKrlRxMWF
Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
A5: I like the trial and error approach, when things don’t work as expected, take moment emphasize planning
Good point. Can "tech" be defined as a tool that helps get a job done. Saw, plow, etc.
Love this! Have a stack of old CD's perfect for this!
Anyone have a good how to make a maker space blog/ book?
I ❤️ this! Mine is the Construction Zone. I'll have to add a "Make something that does something" sign!
the arts have an important place in the maker movement - IMO the art room was the original maker space!
A5: Have them create something w/o planning and with and see the difference. They learn fast.
A5. Teach the process - beginning (drawing, middle, reflect, start again)
A5: Model it. Use think, write, share time. Ask it - and they will do it. When Ss love learning, they will do anything. ;-)
A5 Collaborative tables with dry-erase surface make great design stations.
I love this idea! Family night! https://t.co/4wD9ZwKcQH
consider having a family night, we did this and it was a huge success, couple hundred people attended!
A4: We emphasize tech throughout student's time with us at the high school level. I see makerspaces as the opposite of that.
some of the kiddos gave them out for Christmas gifts.
A5: I think modeling it as part of the creating process helps it 2 become routine;start w a plan, try, rework, replan, try again
It's all about facilitation. Kids need instruction in process, or let them fail to see it. https://t.co/I1isZi0thq
Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
how do you mean - documenting what happens in a makerspace?
folks thanks for having and welcoming me hopefully I can be more engaged next time! Would love some feedback on my answers 😊
A5: sometimes trial & error is good; forces them to draw out designs & self assess/assessment as learning as try did designs
We want students to focus and not waste time. That is what we want to encourage them to draw or doodle. Get an idea out
A5 That was a question that I have proposed to my self as a challenge for my students to do.
I still like making Ss learn HTML to code websites, it contextualized it, drawing/arts same for
To get them to draw ideas --- put big pieces of butcher paper on wall with chalk, slick crayons --- love to get BIG & AUDACIOUS!
A5.2: Low tech items such as paper and cardboard are great to help Ss figure out the design first.
A5: Building models and designed have to be the first step in the process. Teach the process.
You'll be surprised what the Ss come up with on their own, even with a bunch of cardboard and duct tape!
A5 have students who plan successfully share their process
sorry.. Have to goût.. Thanks for letting me be part of your chat ! A bientot :)
Thanks for the great tonight. Lots of useful and inspiring questions and responses.
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Teacher projecting “expertise” or personal preferences on Ss threatens edu-value in making. Have to be careful here.
. I think design is of upmost importance in any project, not just about function
I really like that phrasing. Gives PURPOSE to the making. Key to motivation after the newness wears off.
A5 What about having Students do it the old fashion way with pencils and a notebook.
A5: I've always been one to think in my head not paper,planning wld appeal to me if I were a designer CEO or Capt of Design
A5: Have other students give feedback on their product. Then go back and rework the design.
exactly! I'm taking time to do that w/ my sped students because no one's doing it now.
Agreed! My own basement has several cardboard house made by my own kids and their stuffed animals
sorry.. Have to go.. Thanks for letting me be part of your chat ! A bientot :)
Q5: hang "if you fail to plan, you plan to fail" poster above
Q6 Exit ticket time. Tell me what you learned tonight?
A5: Put more importance on the process. Don't assign grades until it is complete & at its highest quality. Grade = the end.
1/2 Totally agree &a fan of the movemnt. But...what would you suggest for someone attempting to..
A5.3: Join in with them and encourage them to plan first and ask why this is a good first step.
A5 depends on the student, the process & the product, allowing the S's to fail & reflecting with them is a part of the learning
A5: We showed videos of makers/inventors talking about the process of sketching and prototyping, then gave st time to sketch.
thanks for stopping by. Maybe you can join us for the chat
A5: All part of why we need to grade the PROCESS not the end result.
Yes! Use the tool that is right for the project, NOT do the project that fits the tool.
A6: I learned that a does not have to be what it's traditionally thought to be. It can be ANYTHING!
2/2 build a new ? Need to gather materials/tools for use.
Q5: model planning as a T or reverse engineer something and talk about the plans that went into the creation
suggestions for materials, space use, management of time in space, furniture, is space open to whole school to use?
A6: isn’t about tools or toys, Pads or Pencils, it’s about the freedom to do and learn together
a6: That remembers the tag line from old GI Joe cartoons, and watches instead of
A6: I learned that a can be something really simple and can be used in any content area.
It's design and prototype to see if it functions. That usually separates what works, or not.
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I learned there is a BIG network of people I need to add to my for making
On a personal level, I struggle with this. I have a tendency to just do before I've planned it all out. https://t.co/A86JrnKHl1
Q5 How do we get students to take time an draw models of their design before they start building?
A6. can happen anywhere with any supplies.
A6: I learned that makerspace does not have to be high tech, it just must inspire creativity and higher level thinking
Q6 Process is more important than product
A6. loved learning how everyone is incorporating makered in their schools and classrooms. thanks for sharing!
q6...that I couldn't find the questions in
start with a makey makey, papercrafts and Legos. Grow from there
I like my friend’s quote “Prototype and fail often, then lean and make it better.” https://t.co/q7bBiOeK0Z
Q5: hang "if you fail to plan, you plan to fail" poster above
A5: Also, practice what you preach. Show them your process. Don't take short cuts because you can.
A6: I learned to keep at it. Build slowly and the rewards will be worth it.
I learned there is an interesting & passionate community at ! Would be even better with more diversity of culture/class! Thanks!
A6: That we can talk about for 4 questions before mentioning tools , tech, and toys
A6 Unicorns and Gitter make the world go
Q5 Give Ss access to whiteboard/chalkboard/smartboard for design They all like writing on the board
A5 i give them the design notebook and started using which is awesome!
I have a whole community theme, so it fits. It looks like a construction site! 😜
A6: I need to incorporate more making in my curriculum.
What He Said!!! https://t.co/CCZQjYYgZB
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I learned there is a BIG network of people I need to add to my for making
Was just thinking the same! https://t.co/g27CayLJjV
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I learned there is a BIG network of people I need to add to my for making
Thank you! I've been in the process of buying & finding it harder than planned
Have a great evening/morning everyone!
A6 I'm not the only one willing to trash the norms for Ss to grow
It's the place to spur creativity as long as you don't have to stay within the lines. https://t.co/Nc9LlmaRa3
the arts have an important place in the maker movement - IMO the art room was the original maker space!
Any of you peeps who are looking for even more community & collaboration, check out the , too!
If you haven’t yet, you have to check out and their maker-integration.
Not a personal plug…I’m not there
a6: That I really need to get a blog going because I have more than 140 characters worth of opinion :)
Thanks for leading the discussion tonight.
Q5 I always encourage design. Although some kids like to jump right in!
If anyone paints the walls at our school w/ white board paint, will you guys be my alibi? I was at a chat w/ all of you
A6: it is possible and people are doing it! We can & a reality in our schools!
Awesome chat everyone! If you’re feeling out of control there’s a chat for that tonight at 10
A6 variety of assessment for , and got to get Ss sewing!
Goes both ways. Planning to fail should be due to experimentation not due to failure to plan https://t.co/WIgOWojVpU
Q5: hang "if you fail to plan, you plan to fail" poster above
A6: I need to incorporate more making in my curriculum.
A6 That makerspace is many types of learning PERIOD (couldn't make a big impressive dot bc limited by tech)
I always talk to school first and then build around school's goals
A6 I learned about more makers to follow. Thanks
Student learning extends far beyond just learning content. Education is an experience.
A6: not a 1 size fits all for maker spaces, different experience for everyone
Thanks so much for a great group discussion!
Great conversation tonight on Thanks for all the ideas about the makerspace purpose.
I'm glad the Iowa State vs Kansas game wasn't on yet. Mr. T still frightens me
A6 Making brings in rigor and
Awesome job, ! You are the !
Q6: it's about Ss and their creativity process. Bring stuff & space & let them make. Let it be authentic. Make time to reflect.
Great chat tonight. Lots of great ideas! Thx everyone.
Hats off to you thanks for a great chat
Also check out and , also great gurus.
I saw a HS with moveable walls - floor to ceiling whiteboard! I almost became a squatter at that point
