For this assignment, I imagined that I have permission to implement a new makerspace in my school library, which I am calling our Tinker Lab. Our students are very lucky to have access to incredible tech resources through their computing courses, so this concept would include a mix of high-tech and low-tech options that would encourage our kids to play and explore.
In reality, we are currently very focused on a massive weeding project. After that, we will begin doing some renovations. I think that would be a great time to introduce some new spaces in our library, and I would love to create a space that my kids would feel passionate about. Though I am sure my budget would be more limited than what I have imagined here, the heart of the concept would be the same: get my kids to help us design a space they will value and use. Please view this presentation to see my ideas in full!
Hi Emily!
The initiative outlined for this Tinker Lab is excellent and I think the design of the presentation itself is visually exciting and effective! I especially appreciate the emphasis on both low and high-tech materials as well as student-led exploration and input into the space’s design. It really feels like it would be a place for and by students where they can feel comfortable, socialize, and learn, taking advantage of a space they already use and interests they possess. Reading through it makes me hope that this Tinker Lab can become reality!
– Rachael (@raekay)
@raekay Thank you so much for the feedback! I am so happy that my vision came across! I have the admit that it is a bit dreamy, in that I do not have this kind of funding lined up. However, my administration is really supportive and I am hoping something along these lines could be come a reality in a couple of years.