creating makerspaces for stem in your science classroom
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CREATING MAKERSPACES FOR STEM IN YOUR SCIENCE CLASSROOM
Susan S. WellsPresident-Elect 2015-16 for ISTE Mobile Learning Network
Founder, TechTerrawww.susanswells.com
www.camptechterra.com www.linkedin.com/in/susanswells
[email protected] @wellssusan
MAKERSPACES AND STEM "Makerspaces are
increasingly being looked to as a method for engaging learners in creative, higher-order problem-solving through hands-on design, construction, and iteration” –New Media Consortium Horizon Report K-12 Edition
Makerspaces build student competencies and interest in STEM skills
USING REAL TOOLS TO MAKE AND EXPLORE REAL QUESTIONS AND THINGS With active and engaged learning, students are inspired to obtain a
deeper knowledge and understanding of the subjects they are studying.
Differentiation is present naturally.
Tinkering, designing, thinking, creating are outcomes of authentic work.
When students are engaged in “actively constructing knowledge from a combination of experience, interpretation and structured interactions with peers and teachers” (Roschelle et al., 2000, p.79), they are more likely to gain an expert understanding of science concepts.
MAKERSPACES FOR SCIENCE EXPLORATION
Computational Science AerodynamicsFlight Science Earth Science Chemical Reactions Electricity and MagnetismEnergy and Sustainability Properties of MatterForce and Motion Life ScienceRocket Science Engineering and Design
4C’S IN ACTION; COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, CRITICAL THINKING, CREATIVITY
SCIENCE, PROJECT-BASED LEARNING AND MAKERSPACES Inquiry-Based Science Unitshttp://www.fondation-lamap.org/sites/default/files/upload/media/Guide_Designing%20and%20implementing%20IBSE_final_light.pdf Inquiry-Based Projectshttp://www.projecthdesign.org/toolbox/format/lesson-plans-activities / MakerEd Projectshttp://makered.org/resources/projects-learning/ Challenge Projectshttp://www.alfredstate.edu/academics/high-school-challenge-program/projects Genuis Hourhttp://theglobalgeniushourproject.wikispaces.com/home
AND MORE… Problem-Based Lessons and Projectshttp://www.cse.emory.edu/cases/ Passion Projectshttp://psolarz.weebly.com/mr-solarz-eportfolio/step-by-step-directions-for-creating-passion-projects-in-our-classroom Engineering Design Process and Activitieshttp://www.engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/educators/ Design-Thinking Projectshttps://dschool.stanford.edu/groups/k12/wiki/956b6/Design_Thinking_Projects_and_Challenges.html
Susan S. Wells Outreach Coordinator for K-12 Education, Shodor, National
Resource for Computational Science Education President-Elect 2015-16 for ISTE Mobile Learning Network Founder, Camp TechTerra TM and TechTerra TrainingTM, bringing
together technology and nature in STEM-based discovery EdTech Strategist K-12
Websitewww.susanswells.comwww.camptechterra.comtwitter@wellssusanContact [email protected]
Thank you!