1. Creating, Constructing, Collaborating, Contributing
Buffy J. Hamilton
Texas Library Association Conference 2013
#txla13
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3. Defining Makerspaces
Source: http://makerspace.com/

4. Defining Makerspaces
Source: http://makerspace.com/

5. Defining Makerspaces
Source: http://makerspace.com/

6. DefiningMakerspace
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=4594 and
http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5237

7. Source:
http://www.westportlibrary.org/sites/default/files/webfm/files/attachments.restored/
recommended/Library%20Journal%20article.pdf/

8. Foster play and exploration
Support opportunities for learning
Nurture peer to peer learning
Work with community members as true partners
Develop a culture of creating
Source: http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/

9. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Transactional
Transformational

10. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
creating
inventing
building

11. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Inquiry and
questioning
Networked/
social learning
and
construction of
knowledge
Problem
solving

12. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
3D printing
and creating
Hackathons
Writing salons
and writing
communities
Crafting
Digital
production of
content
Mechanical
building and
tinkering
Gardening
and growing

13. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Makerspace
Learning:
STEAM
Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Math

14. Source: http://metro.org/articles/from-stacks-to-hacks-makerspaces-and-librarybox//
Static/Fixed Space
Mobile/
Pop Up Learning
Spaces/
Community
Embedded

15. MAKEmagazine

16. MakerFaire

17. Makerspace

18. MakerParty2013
Source: http://www.nwp.org/cs/public/print/resource/4115 and
https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2013/04/22/makerparty2013/

19. EveryChildaMaker

20. MakerspacePlaybook
Source http://makerspace.com/make-a-makerspace/get-your-new-school-edition-
of-the-makerspace-playbook

21. Makerspace+Library
Source: http://oedb.org/blogs/ilibrarian/2013/a-librarians-guide-to-makerspaces/

22. Makerspace+Library
Source: http://www.imls.gov/assets/1/AssetManager/Makerspaces.pdf

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Learn more: http://www.newlibrarianship.org/wordpress/

25. relatively low barriers to
Original photography by Buffy Hamilton

26. one’s creations with others
Photograph used with permission of Andy Plemmons

27. fluidity in the roles
of
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28. with one another
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29. members believe their
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30. communities formed around…
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31. communities formed around

32. Source: http://dmlhub.net/sites/default/files/ConnectedLearning_report.pdf
Ito, Mizuko, Kris Gutiérrez, Sonia Livingstone, Bill Penuel, Jean Rhodes, Katie Salen, Juliet Schor, Julian Sefton-Green, S. Craig Watkins. 2013. Connected Learning: An Agenda for
Research and Design. Irvine, CA: Digital Media and Learning Research Hub.
Connected
Learning

33. Libraries Creating a
Makerspace Culture of
Learning
Buffy Hamilton, July 2012

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35. Source: http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6666669.html

36. Legos + Literacy
Memory
Development
Logical
mathematical
thinking
Scientific
reasoning
Problem
solving
Tactile and kinesthetic
learning increase student
understanding

38. Learn more: http://prairiecreeklibrary.blogspot.com/2012/09/anime-and-so-much-more-club.html?spref=fb

39. Learn more: http://prairiecreeklibrary.blogspot.com/2012/10/studio-you.html

40. Source: http://www.saclibrary.org/?pageId=1599

41. Sources: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3856 and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHwLjoecaKE&feature=player_embedded

42. Source: http://www.sacbee.com/2012/02/19/4274750/homeless-poet-proud-of-newly.html

43. Source: http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-2-espress-yourself/
Ideas Process Product

44. Source: http://community.tametheweb.com/socalshi/2012/10/29/makerspaces-school-libraries-emerging-trends-planning-worksheet/

45. Source: http://acrl.ala.org/techconnect/?p=1403

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48. Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3335 and http://youmedia.tumblr.com/

49. Source: http://on.fb.me/10bEIf1

50. Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=3335 and http://youmedia.tumblr.com/

51. Source: http://bornbraveyoumedia.tumblr.com/

52. Learn more: http://librarymakers.blogspot.com/search/label/CraftLab

53. Learn more: http://librarymakers.blogspot.com/search/label/CraftLab

54. Always In Stitches at Abington Community
Library
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=6444

55. Dresses for young African girls. Local
quilter and author Nancy Johnson-
Srebro got the group interested in
creating simple dresses, which will
be sent to Kenya.
Always In Stitches at Abington Community
Library: The Details
Source: http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=6444

56. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html

57. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

58. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
Installations vary to reflect the diverse interests in our community.
One installation may feature participatory art and culture; another
may solicit opinions on an upcoming initiative or library service, or
be hands-on, demonstrating new technology.

59. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library: RAW
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
“Other artists from the
community have come in
and wanted to participate.
It has been a really
interesting talking point
with patrons.”

60. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025
If you could draw
your whole world,
what would be in
it? Join us for an
Idea Box of your
own creation,
April 3 – 30.

61. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

62. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

63. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

64. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

65. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

66. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

67. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

68. The Idea Box at Oak Park Library
Source: http://boingboing.net/2012/10/08/idea-box-draws-community-to.html and http://www.libraryasincubatorproject.org/?p=5025

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70. • Have a meaningful context and purpose for
learning connected to the library’s vision,
mission, and strategic plan
• Identify community needs
• Creating and connecting are valuable parts
of creating “collections” of learning
experiences
• Re-envisioning and redefining the concept
of learning
• Connect with community partners and
community learning initiatives
Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and
http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/

71. • Creating staff buy-in and creating a team of
mentors who feel comfortable with their skill
sets
• Learning by doing, sharing, reflecting
• Including tinkering and play as learning
experiences for staff as well as an element of
data reporting
• Market/publicize makerspace opportunities
for learning and events; create and build on
community excitement and expertise
Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and
http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-consumption/

72. • Considerations for infrastructure/building
needs: power, permits, supplies, tools,
fundraising/grants/crowdsourcing,
community experts
• Considerations for safety/liability
• Create forms and channels for safety
waivers and volunteering opportunities
• Managing logistics of sound, noise, mess,
crowds
Sources: http://www.slideshare.net/ALATechSource/makerspaces-a-new-wave-of-library-service-the-westport-ct-public-library and
http://www.thedigitalshift.com/2012/10/public-services/the-makings-of-maker-spaces-part-1-space-for-creation-not-just-
consumption/; see http://www.westportlibrary.org/services/maker-space for sample waiver and volunteer forms

73. • Formative and summative assessment
• Qualitative and quantitative data
• Enlist assistance of patrons and their
stories to construct the ongoing narrative
of library experience and stories of
makerspace learning

74. Additional Tips
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school-tips-to-get-started/
Verfiy skill Levels
Do a preview run

75. Additional Tips
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school-tips-to-get-started/
Doing brings doubters on board
Reach out for help

76. Source http://blogs.kqed.org/mindshift/2013/02/want-to-start-a-makerspace-at-school-tips-to-get-started/
it’s the
Not

77. Common Ingredients
Program, service, or learning medium based
upon a community need; flexibility is an anchor.
Focus on people, community, creation,
collaboration
Playful, varying entry points of access,
active
Meaning making comes from transacting with
information; experience as education

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80. contact information

81. Recommended Resources
http://www.edutopia.org/blog/creating-makerspaces-in-schools-mary-
beth-hertz
http://blogs.kqed.org/mindshift/2013/02/want-to-start-a-
makerspace-at-school-tips-to-get-started/
http://bit.ly/Zjfhgd
(free archived webinar series from ALA TechSource!)
http://connectedlearning.tv/jeff-sturges-strengthening-communities-
makerspaces