Catégories : Tous - inquiry - discovery - supplies - learning

par Melanie Sander Il y a 6 années

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Library - Makerspace

A makerspace in a library offers a dynamic environment where students can engage in hands-on learning and discovery. Unlike traditional classrooms, it provides easy access to STEAM supplies and materials, making it simpler for students to find what they need for various projects.

Library - Makerspace

Library - Makerspace

Hands-on experience and discovery

The teacher/librarian is not giving the answer. The kids are discovering it
Mistakes help our brains grow
Piaget says that people learn best from doing

S.T.E.A.M. learning

Arts
Technology
Engineering
Science
Math

Place where students gather to learn and discover

A place for those kids who don't necessarily fit in elsewhere
Allows students to explore wide range of interest including construction, engineering,computer programming and science outside of the regular curriculum
The library has always been used as a resource hub, now with the Makerspace, they are transforming from knowledge downloading into creative discovery

Inquiry learning

Can become a safe space to make errors
Allows students a place to questions and research
Not every teacher is comfortable going full inquiry

Common area for supplies that are needed for multiple classrooms

Librarian can help locate and offer suggestions to enhance lessons
Easier to find supplies here than in individual teachers classrooms
Learning fractions? Need manipulatives? Look in the makerspace!

Available space to expand learning

Easy access to STEAM supplies in this space
Chairs & tables are available for more than one class
Common areas outside of the classroom are hard to find