There’s a transformation going on in libraries—a shift in emphasis from consuming information to convening and creating. Makerspaces in libraries are a big part of this conversation, where the learning and camaraderie are just as significant as tools like 3D printers. If the idea of a makerspace conjures up the hurdles for you (limited space, limited resources, or limited confidence in your own tech skills), this webinar will help you learn how to get started and grow a space in your library for creating. Together, we will debunk the hype, learn how to define your library’s scope and audience, get your board on board, and find creative partners in your community.

Presented by: Mara Siegel, Continuing Education Coordinator, Vermont Department of Libraries; and Samantha Maskell, Youth Services Librarian, Rockingham Free Public Library, Bellows Falls, VT

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• Libraries and Maker Resources compiled by Mara Siegel

Related Resources and Links

• Read webinar recap
• 3D-Printers: a revolution headed for your library
• Make. Connect. Learn.
• LibraryFarm, Northern Onondaga Public Library
• Scratch
• Processing
• Pop-Up Cards
• Makey Makey
• About Arduino from Library as Makerspace  
• E21: The Conference, July 31-August 2, Burlington, VT
• Vermont Makers
  
• IMLS Talking Points on Makerspaces (pdf)
  
• Webinars
  
  • Makerspaces in Libraries: Legal Considerations (Infopeople)
  • Making Your Own Makerspace (Florida)
  • Making Your Maker Space: Building for Hands-on Learning in Libraries (LibraryJournal)
    
  • The Future is Now: Rural Library as Innovation Incubator (WebJunction archive)
• Facebook Groups
  • MakerSpaces and the Participatory Library 
  • Vermont Libraries as Makerspaces
• Additional resources shared in chat:
  • code.org and Hour of Code has great coding modules for all ages
  • Idaho example for roll out, metrics etc. on makerspaces in libraries
  • Library as Incubator Project
  • Spark PE
  • Harvard rolled out this labrary nutella screen print on crackers
  • HOMAGO Guide Book 
  • Connected Learning, and the MacArthur Foundation funded Digital Media and Learning Initiative
  • Super Scratch Programming Adventure 
  • Arduino
  • Circuit Stickers 
  • nexmap.org
  • On Kickstarter LightUp: Learn by Making
    
  • As far as metrics this may be a platform to gather background info- http://www.themakereffect.org/ as for metrics maybe a business model or Entrepreneurial model- http://www.ericklein.com/ has solid biz suggestions/knowhow that could be toned down to library project goals outcomes in making
  • Maker Kits 
  • FutureMakers
  • SparkFun