Learning Path: Create and sustain a program
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MakerEd Program Visioning Guide
These visioning activities were created in collaboration with educators across the country during our Making Spaces program (2016-2022). This package is now available to all folx working to integrate hands-on, […]
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The Makerspace Playbook
Starting a makerspace can be daunting, whether it’s finding a facility and equipment, engaging community members, accessing funding, or dealing with liability, etc. The Makerspace Playbook aims to make it […]
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Opportunities and Vignettes for Library Makerspaces
This white paper was informed by the participants of the National Forum on Research and Assessment in Library Makerspaces. The focus on research and assessment in library makerspaces came about […]
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Shaping Educator Learning Communities-A Quick Guide
This quick guide is produced for anyone invested in supporting teacher learning and development. Whether you’re an administrator or non-profit partner, the intention of this guide is to focus your […]
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Grounded in Community: How SpectrUM Discovery Area Supports Making for Rural and Tribal Youth in Montana
This rich interview with a hands-on museum in rural Montana shines light on how to support making and learning programs for rural and tribal youth.
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Stakeholder Cards
Use these stakeholder cards to identify specific people or entities your community you know or would like to reach out to.
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Nation of Makers’ Anti-Racism Resources
This website includes action items, ways to advocate, and a host of resources and readings to support you in becoming an anti-racist maker and educator.
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NYSCI Design Make Play: A Blueprint: Maker Programs for Youth
If you are interested in starting a Maker program in your community, here is a resource guide to put you on a path that can turn that idea into a […]
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Middle school maker journey
In this article, middle school teacher Kevin Jarrett reviews the manifesto, mantra, and materials necessary to make a middle school maker program from scratch.