Exploring the Power of Makerspaces
Fostering Creativity and Innovation in Education
Kyle Motto
What are
Makerspaces?
Definition of makerspaces
Characteristics of
makerspaces
Importance of hands-on
learning and creativity
Benefits of
Makerspaces
ENCOURAGES
CREATIVITY AND
INNOVATION
DEVELOPS PROBLEMSOLVING AND CRITICAL
THINKING SKILLS
ENHANCES
COLLABORATION AND
TEAMWORK
Key Components of
Makerspaces
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
FOR CREATING AND
PROTOTYPING
ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY,
SUCH AS 3D PRINTERS AND
CODING PLATFORMS
DESIGN THINKING AND
ITERATIVE PROCESSES
Integration with the Curriculum
CROSS-CURRICULAR
CONNECTIONS
AUTHENTIC AND PURPOSEFUL
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
ALIGNMENT WITH 21ST-CENTURY
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Getting
Started with
Makerspaces
• Building a supportive community
• Securing funding and resources
• Professional development opportunities