STEM & The School Library: A Marriage That Makes Sense!

Resource Materials:

In this section of the Resources Page you will find reference materials, tutorials and how-to information that will help you review or extend your knowledge from the presentation.

Articles of Interest

Maker Education is the use of lessons that require creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills centered around the making of things. It developed from and is part of STEAM (science technology engineering art math).  School library programs are uniquely positioned to play a key role in STEM education and to serve as powerful hybrid spaces for STEM learning.

Tutorial Videos

 

In-the-Classroom:

Our In-the-Classroom section is where you will find ideas and examples on how to integrate the tools shared into classroom instruction.

Makerspace Curriculum Connections

What do you want students to learn? How do you connect your makerspace to your curriculum?

Building Curriculum Connections Into Makerspaces

How to Sync Your Makerspace with Your Curriculum

Integrating Makerspaces Throughout the Curriculum

Getting Started/ Makerspace Options

Many librarians ask themselves – How do I get started? What are my options? The following articles will help you answer those questions.

Looking to Create a Makerspace in your Library? Here are some ideas

101+ Makerspace Resources For Schools and Libraries

Makerspace Starter Kit

Mobile Makerspaces

Circulating Maker Kits

Making In Your Library

What does making look like in your library? Below are examples.

More Ideas

MakeIt@YourLibrary

Maker Education Lessons and Projects 

Maker Project Webquest

 

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