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Creating, Constructing, Collaborating, Contributing
Buffy J. Hamilton
Texas Library Association Conference 2013 #txla13
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Defin
ing M
akersp
ace
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=4594 and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5237
Source: http://www.westportlibrary.org/sites/default/files/webfm/files/attachments.restored/
recommended/Library%20Journal%20article.pdf/
Foster play and exploration
Support opportunities for learning
Nurture peer to peer learning
Work with community members as true partners
Develop a culture of creating
Source: http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Transactional
Transformational
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
creating
inventing
building
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Inquiry and questioning
Networked/ social learning
and construction of
knowledge
Problem solving
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
3D printing and creating
Hackathons Writing salons
and writing communities
Crafting Digital
production of content
Mechanical building and
tinkering
Gardening and growing
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Makerspace Learning:
STEAM Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Math
Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Static/Fixed Space
Mobile/ Pop Up Learning
Spaces/ Community Embedded
MAK
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Make
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Make
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y 2013
Source: http://www.nwp.org/cs/public/print/resource/4115 and https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2013/04/22/makerparty2013/
Every
Child
a Make
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Make
rspace
Playb
ook
Source http://makerspace.com/make-a-makerspace/get-your-new-school-edition-of-the-makerspace-playbook
Make
rspace
+ Lib
rary
Source: http://oedb.org/blogs/ilibrarian/2013/a-librarians-guide-to-makerspaces/
Make
rspace
+ Lib
rary
Source: http://www.imls.gov/assets/1/AssetManager/Makerspaces.pdf
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relatively low barriers to
Original photography by Buffy Hamilton
one’s creations with others Photograph used with permission of Andy Plemmons
fluidity in the roles of
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with one another
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members believe their
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communities formed around…
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communities formed around
Source: http://dmlhub.net/sites/default/files/ConnectedLearning_report.pdf
Ito, Mizuko, Kris Gutiérrez, Sonia Livingstone, Bill Penuel, Jean Rhodes, Katie Salen, Juliet Schor, Julian Sefton-Green, S. Craig Watkins. 2013. Connected Learning: An Agenda for
Research and Design. Irvine, CA: Digital Media and Learning Research Hub.
Connected Learning
Libraries Creating a Makerspace Culture of
Learning
Buffy Hamilton, July 2012
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Source: http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6666669.html
Legos + Literacy
Memory
Development
Logical
mathematical
thinking
Scientific
reasoning
Problem
solving Tactile and kinesthetic
learning increase student
understanding
Learn more: http://prairiecreeklibrary.blogspot.com/2012/09/anime-and-so-much-more-club.html?spref=fb
Learn more: http://prairiecreeklibrary.blogspot.com/2012/10/studio-you.html
Sources: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3856 and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHwLjoecaKE&feature=player_embedded
Source: http://www.sacbee.com/2012/02/19/4274750/homeless-poet-proud-of-newly.html
Source: http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-2-espress-yourself/
Ideas Process Product
Source: http://community.tametheweb.com/socalshi/2012/10/29/makerspaces-school-libraries-emerging-trends-planning-worksheet/
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Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3335 and http://youmedia.tumblr.com/
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3335 and http://youmedia.tumblr.com/
Source: http://bornbraveyoumedia.tumblr.com/
Learn more: http://librarymakers.blogspot.com/search/label/CraftLab
Learn more: http://librarymakers.blogspot.com/search/label/CraftLab
Always In Stitches at Abington Community
Library
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=6444
Dresses for young African girls. Local
quilter and author Nancy Johnson-
Srebro got the group interested in
creating simple dresses, which will
be sent to Kenya.
Always In Stitches at Abington Community
Library: The Details
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=6444
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
Installations vary to reflect the diverse interests in our community.
One installation may feature participatory art and culture; another
may solicit opinions on an upcoming initiative or library service, or
be hands-on, demonstrating new technology.
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library: RAW
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
“Other artists from the
community have come in
and wanted to participate.
It has been a really
interesting talking point
with patrons.”
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
If you could draw
your whole world,
what would be in
it? Join us for an
Idea Box of your
own creation,
April 3 – 30.
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
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• Have a meaningful context and purpose for learning connected to the library’s vision, mission, and strategic plan
• Identify community needs
• Creating and connecting are valuable parts of creating “collections” of learning experiences
• Re-envisioning and redefining the concept of learning
• Connect with community partners and community learning initiatives
Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/
• Creating staff buy-in and creating a team of
mentors who feel comfortable with their skill
sets
• Learning by doing, sharing, reflecting
• Including tinkering and play as learning
experiences for staff as well as an element of
data reporting
• Market/publicize makerspace opportunities
for learning and events; create and build on
community excitement and expertise Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/
• Considerations for infrastructure/building needs: power, permits, supplies, tools, fundraising/grants/crowdsourcing, community experts
• Considerations for safety/liability
• Create forms and channels for safety waivers and volunteering opportunities
• Managing logistics of sound, noise, mess, crowds
Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/; see http://www.westportlibrary.org/services/maker-space for sample waiver and volunteer forms
• Formative and summative assessment
• Qualitative and quantitative data
• Enlist assistance of patrons and their
stories to construct the ongoing narrative
of library experience and stories of
makerspace learning
Additional Tips
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Verfiy skill Levels
Do a preview run
Additional Tips
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Doing brings doubters on board
Reach out for help
Source http://blogs.kqed.org/mindshift/2013/02/want-to-start-a-makerspace-at-school-tips-to-get-started/
it’s the
Not
Common Ingredients
Program, service, or learning medium based
upon a community need; flexibility is an anchor.
Focus on people, community, creation,
collaboration
Playful, varying entry points of access,
active
Meaning making comes from transacting with
information; experience as education
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contact information
Recommended Resources
http://www.edutopia.org/blog/creating-makerspaces-in-schools-mary-
beth-hertz
http://blogs.kqed.org/mindshift/2013/02/want-to-start-a-
makerspace-at-school-tips-to-get-started/
http://bit.ly/Zjfhgd
(free archived webinar series from ALA TechSource!)
http://connectedlearning.tv/jeff-sturges-strengthening-communities-
makerspaces