HOW TO CREATE MAKERSPACES?
Although for the creation of makerspaces it can be done in any space, it is advisable to do it in a large and open space. "It is better to have a large and open space for children to work freely through guided consultations". "The students will have different teams working on different projects or in different phases of the same project, and a large open space that really helps them increase their productivity and creativity."
Next, we will show the experience of some of the project partners during the creation of this new makerspace, which have transformed their technology classrooms into authentic creative spaces, very attractive for students and very useful for the performance of the classes.
"We set up some sets of tools on the wall and removed the shelves, and soon we realized that we needed a more permanent configuration so that our manufacturing space could grow in the future, so we put construction kits, cardboard and tape for the tools were installed, new computers were installed, and different robots were purchased, as well as Arduinos, and we also acquired a 3D printer that will be used to print different parts that we can assemble to the robot."
"We have made an active effort to collaborate with our science and math teachers, which will allow us to collaborate more closely to carry out projects that cover different STEM subjects."
"In this space of creation, our students are learning in a very practical way, acquiring new knowledge and discovering new experiences in science, engineering, etc. Acquire skills such as creativity, problem solving and collaboration; and they have fun while they do it. In each class, we share projects and develop a new challenge together."
