Makerspaces
The Maker Movement
Makerspaces, sometimes also referred to as hackerspaces, hackspaces, and fablabs are creative, DIY spaces where people can gather to create, invent, and learn. In libraries they often have 3D printers, software, electronics, craft and hardware supplies and tools, and more.
"A Librarian's Guide to Makerspaces: 16 Resources | OEDB.org."OEDB.org. N.p., 12 Mar. 2013. Web. 23 Jan. 2015.
Why Make? STEM
STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education. We focus on these areas together not only because the skills and knowledge in each discipline are essential for student success, but also because these fields are deeply intertwined in the real world and in how students learn most effectively.
"STEM - Google Search." STEM - Google Search. N.p., n.d. Web. 23 Jan. 2015.