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Makerspaces are spaces designed and dedicated to hands-on creativity and exploration, where people actually make something using a variety of tools and materials. These spaces allow learning to unfold and can foster collaboration, problem-solving and sharing among its users.
Online Resources for Librarians
BUILDING TOYS:
ELECTRONIC/CIRCUIT KITS:
ROBOTIC KITS:
VIDEO GAME PRODUCTION:
Ellison die cuts - shape cutting machine |
Laminating machines - thermal and cold laminating Comb binding machines - bind pages together into a book using plastic spines with 19 rings or 21 rings and a hole puncher that makes rectangular holes. |
ARTS & CRAFTS: Cutting boards / Light trace tables Origami papers / Poster papers / Foam mounting board Modeling clay
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Button makers |
LASER CUTTERS:
Cricut machines - cuts intricate designs on paper or vinyl
Laser systems - engraves and cuts wood, acrylics, plastics, stone, and much more. (e.g. Epilog Mini)
Poster printers - beautiful multi-color photo quality posters, some of which print on vinyl as well as paper.
3D PRINTERS, SCANNERS, and HANDHELD DEVICES:
3doodler (handheld)
SMART Board® and other interactive displays - used in K-12 to support interactive learning.
Augmented and Virtual reality hardware and software
Useful for virtually visiting the moon and transporting students to different periods of time. Also used for assistive learning to block out distractions.
picture from Brandeis Video Photo studio
Many makerspaces and libraries provide media production equipment and rooms that include:
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