What You Might Have Missed at Maker Faire Bay Area 2016
EdTech Magazine
MAY 24, 2016
By Meg Conlan This weekend’s event highlighted student innovations and offered resources for educators looking to bring the Maker movement to their schools.
The Next Phase of the Maker Movement? Building Startups
Edsurge
MAY 10, 2017
He’s talking about the next wave of the Maker Movement, big news buzzing amongst makers in the inner circle. The organization, now celebrating 20 years in operation, is part of the worldwide Maker Movement, encouraging students to get creative (and messy) when using technology to build things.
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Making an Impact with Problem / Project Based Learning
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 7, 2014
Instructional methods like Genius Hour , the Maker Movement, and STEAM allow teachers to meet high learning standards while supporting innovation. Find an example of students transforming the world in this post, Kids Transforming the World Through Social Media.
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Rebuilding a School Community with Maker Learning
Digital Promise
JUNE 12, 2019
I believe in the Maker Movement in schools because it provides opportunities to think outside of the box… while problem-solving and applying the subject matter to real-world situations.”. “This school year, I have… allow[ed] my students to work collaboratively while making,” shared Detweiler. “I
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What Will It Take to Push the K-12 Maker Movement to Be More Inclusive?
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
But despite the work of on-the-ground educators like Day and Taylor, the maker movement in K-12 schools is far from perfect. What does it really take, for example, to diversify the communities of maker educators and mentors out there? To discuss and debate these questions and more, Day and Taylor came onto the EdSurge podcast.
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Making an Impact with Problem / Project Based Learning
Teacher Reboot Camp
DECEMBER 7, 2014
Instructional methods like Genius Hour , the Maker Movement, and STEAM allow teachers to meet high learning standards while supporting innovation. Find an example of students transforming the world in this post, Kids Transforming the World Through Social Media.
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326 Organize and Motivate Your Local Maker Community
Digital Promise
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
As the maker movement continues to expand, more and more educators are asking these questions. Over the last few years we have seen a few different forms of community events that have helped to spread and catalyze maker learning in regions across the US. Where can I learn about what making is from someone who is doing it?
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What Is Your Why?: The Importance of Computer Science Education
Digital Promise
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017
Integrating with the Maker Movement. Districts are also finding a natural integration between computational thinking and maker learning. For instance, Indian Prairie School District held a four-hour Maker Day to garner community support for computational thinking and maker learning in elementary schools.
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5 Ways to Participate in the Mars Rover Landing on Thursday, February 18
The CoolCatTeacher
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Additionally, a small helicopter will fly on Mars from this rover which will be the first powered flight event on another planet. (The This time instead of a lower quality black and white camera, this Rover has nineteen (19) cameras and two microphones which will document the journey. Powered Flight. Collection of Samples.
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Futurizing the Stacks: How Makerspaces Can Modernize College Libraries
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 30, 2017
The answer, in part, lies in the so-called maker movement, a trend studded by hobbyists, inventors, students and even entrepreneurs who creates products or gadgets for educational or industrial purposes. In a report that analyzed the state of the maker movement in 40 U.S. Look off-campus for recommendations.
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Augmented Reality Lessons You Can Use Now
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 22, 2021
Edchat Interactive shares best practices among educators through live online interactive events. Additionally, Mitch co-founded Academic Business Advisors in 2005, to help organizations reach teachers and students in the US. In 2014, Mitch co-founded Edchat Interactive with Tom Whitby and Steve Anderson.
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My Amazing Movie Poster: Free Project Plan to Teach Graphic Design
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 8, 2020
Each audience member will have a limited number of movie tickets they can use to “purchase” to see the movies pitched at the event. Milestone 6: Oral presentation to Potential “Movie Goers” Students will present to an audience of peers. This integrates the project with the writing curriculum as well.
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493 Inspiring the Next Generation of Makers
Digital Promise
MARCH 4, 2016
They’re part of the Maker Movement, a revolution that’s unleashing digital design tools (like 3D modeling software) and production devices (like 3D printers), and letting citizens design and make almost anything they can dream. Select individuals may be invited to attend a launch event this summer in Washington, DC.
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Maker Monday: How Start the Week with Creativity and Purpose (ENCORE)
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 19, 2018
For $295, this all-inclusive event (except for hotel and travel) is an amazing opportunity to learn. I’ll be speaking with other amazing educators like Suzy Boss, Janet Zadina, Jay McTighe, Dr. Brendan Ozawa de Silva, Scott Sanchez, Dr. Ayanna M Howard and more. www.stlinatl.com. Today’s episode is an encore episode.
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Alert the Media! Press Tips for School Districts That Want to Promote Their Work
Digital Promise
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
In particular, what is some practical advice for school districts hoping to receive press coverage for events that might feature the students, teachers, and activities that make your district special? With that preparation, Giaramita emailed a media advisory to reporters at least a week in advance to let them know about the event.
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Inspiring the Next Generation of Makers
Digital Promise
MARCH 4, 2016
They’re part of the Maker Movement, a revolution that’s unleashing digital design tools (like 3D modeling software) and production devices (like 3D printers), and letting citizens design and make almost anything they can dream. Select individuals may be invited to attend a launch event this summer in Washington, DC.
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188 CA's Maker Initiative Spurs Innovation and Workforce Development Across 35 Community Colleges
Edsurge
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
I think there is a great partnership possible between the Maker movement and California’s community colleges,” says Dale Dougherty, Founder and CEO of. Maker Media. This movement brings tremendous opportunities to students who discover a passion for learning and meet the challenges of turning new ideas into something real.
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The ‘Maker’ Movement: Understanding What the Research Says
Marketplace K-12
APRIL 27, 2016
The Maker Movement has its roots outside of school, in institutions such as science museums and in the informal activities that everyday people have taken part in for generations. The Maker Movement in Education (Erica R. Often, such work is guided by the notion that process is more important than results.
300 Organizations Come Together to Launch Nation of Makers
EdNews Daily
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
The grassroots Maker Movement has, and continues to, impact entrepreneurship, education, economic and workforce development, manufacturing, community revitalization and technology inclusion in the U.S.
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100 Awesome Atlanta Education Conference: STLinATL – July 26-27, 2018
The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 27, 2018
which is an all-inclusive event that includes: Small, intimate workshops and sessions with nationally known speakers. This is going to be a fantastic event! School groups of five or more will receive a discount. Conference enrollment will be capped at 400. Included in the STLinATL Conference . The cost is extremely affordable at $295.00
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Scratch and Makey Makey Across the Curriculum
User Generated Education
MARCH 11, 2019
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences. Language Arts: Character Development. Standards Addressed: Common Core State Standards – ELA. Next Generation Science Standards.
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299 ‘Maker’ Movement Draws Attention at SXSWedu, and littleBits Shifts Into K-12
Marketplace K-12
MARCH 8, 2016
There are sessions on “open maker portfolios,” micro-credentialing in making spaces, and “Taming the Making Beast: Getting Mobile and Modular,” among other SXSWedu maker-focused events. The post ‘Maker’ Movement Draws Attention at SXSWedu, and littleBits Shifts Into K-12 appeared first on Market Brief.
The Samsung “Solve for Tomorrow” STEAM Program Wants You! Take Just 5 Minutes to Apply!
The CoolCatTeacher
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
The 2017 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow event was celebrated in Washington DC in April. Each referral winner may select one (1) of the prize options listed below (all items based on availability): Prize Option #1: Samsung Note 8. No carrier connections or fees included. Prize Option #2: Samsung 65” TV. ARV $1,599.99
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The CoolCatTeacher
OCTOBER 24, 2017
1 – 25): Samsung announces 10 national finalists to receive $50K in school technology and a trip to the Pitch Event. Each school receives $25K in technology and a technology kit to produce their presentation video. Third Round (Mar. Online voting for the Community Choice winner begins.
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Learning Revolution - Week's Events - AERO - National Geographic - Top Tech Stories - Rankin on Revolution - SAT Talk - More
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
MARCH 11, 2014
The Learning Revolution Project highlights virtual and physical events that we hold and from our over 200 partners, and provides valuable links to learning conversations taking place in the school, library, museum, work, adult, online, non-traditional and home learning worlds. Register for this event here. See you in May!
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5 Ways to Bring Sustainable Food Understanding into Your School
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 6, 2018
For $295, this all-inclusive event (except for hotel and travel) is an amazing opportunity to learn. I’ll be speaking with other amazing educators like Suzy Boss, Janet Zadina, Jay McTighe, Dr. Brendan Ozawa de Silva, Scott Sanchez, Dr. Ayanna M Howard and more. www.stlinatl.com. Listen Now. Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher.
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User Generated Education
APRIL 8, 2017
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly. 21st Century Skills).
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Harnessing the Maker Spirit: Dale Dougherty’s New Book, ‘Free to Make’
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
But it nonetheless embodies what Dale Dougherty, the “father” of the movement, sees as literally the “moral imperative” of the maker movement: “to use our creative freedom to make the future better, to be hands-on in making change, and to get everyone participating fully in that future.”. Free to Make ($11.50
Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) Displays: A Maker Education Project
User Generated Education
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences. Analyze and interpret data on the properties of substances before and after the substances interact to determine if a chemical reaction has occurred.
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Learning Revolution Free PD - Two Great Library Events - GlobalEdCon Deadline - UNC's Amazing World View
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
OCTOBER 29, 2014
Dr. Ralph Tyler The Learning Revolution Project holds online and physical learning events, and highlights professional development opportunities from a network of 200 partners in the learning professions. The great majority of these events are free to attend. It is a human service and it must be thought of as a mission. -
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eSchool News
MAY 20, 2016
Tom Coughlin, Chair of the IEEE Public Visibility Committee, IEEE Senior Member and lifelong advocate of the maker movement, will serve as the host of this competition. He will be featured in an ongoing video series that will highlight cool projects and events to inspire contestants on the contest website.
5 Tips for Planning a Kidcamp, the Student-Driven #Edcamp
Edsurge
APRIL 10, 2018
This event was open to any staff from across the district and in other schools throughout the tri-state area. Before the event, the NKP staff was buzzing with excitement, which piqued the curiosity of the students. Kids volunteered to make signs and asked about other ways they could be a part of the event.
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Making Better Videos and Movies with Students
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 24, 2018
There’s a big aspect of current events, and kids making an argument, presenting themselves, public speaking. I forget what else they pick up from the novel, but they employ all those things. I guess there’s a little aspect of a book report in there. Vicki: So, they’ve decided their topic. How do you help them get ready to shoot?
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Teaching isn’t Rocket Science – It’s Way More Complex
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 5, 2018
For $295, this all-inclusive event (except for hotel and travel) is an amazing opportunity to learn. I’ll be speaking with other amazing educators like Suzy Boss, Janet Zadina, Jay McTighe, Dr. Brendan Ozawa de Silva, Scott Sanchez, Dr. Ayanna M Howard and more. www.stlinatl.com. Listen Now. Listen to the show on iTunes or Stitcher.
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218 Halloween Wars: An Interdisciplinary Lesson with a STEM, STEAM, Maker Education Focus
User Generated Education
OCTOBER 30, 2016
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences. Solve problems involving measurement and conversion of measurements. CCSS.Math). CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.3). ISTE NETS for Students).
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Six Ways to Build Girl-Inclusive Makerspaces
Educator Innovator
JULY 17, 2017
For the past 17 years, Techbridge Girls has been working to break down barriers that often keep young women, particularly those of color from low-income communities, out of STEM careers and the maker movement. Our model is not rocket science, but it is intentional.
Its 2019. So Why Do 21st-Century Skills Still Matter?
Edsurge
JANUARY 22, 2019
Instead of relying on textbooks and teacher direction, these students had to think critically about unfolding events, collaborate with peers and adults, and make creative use of digital tools to communicate their ideas. The story offers a good example of how education is shifting as we wrap up two decades of the 21st century.
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168 Learning Revolution Free PD - It's All About the GEC (GlobalEdCon) - Amazing Keynotes - Announcing the Student Technology Conference
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
NOVEMBER 12, 2014
Sophocles The Learning Revolution Project holds online and physical learning events, and highlights professional development opportunities from a network of 200 partners in the learning professions. The great majority of these events are free to attend. To subscribe to this newsletter, please sign up at the Learning Revolution.
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Learning Revolution Free PD - Gaming in Ed Now! - #YouMatter Special Offer - Connected Librarian Day
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
Gardner Support LearningRevolution.com''s Free PD --> 3 Clicks = 1 Dollar [link] The Learning Revolution Project holds online and physical learning events, and highlights professional development opportunities from a network of 200 partners in the learning professions. The great majority of these events are free to attend.
TechShop launches maker space workshops for educators
eSchool News
MAY 4, 2015
Maker space workshop guides educators and librarians through the nuts and bolts. Seizing hold of the booming maker movement, a new four-day workshop will walk educators through the steps of designing, equipping, and operating successful, safe and inspirational public maker spaces. Developing STEAM projects and workshops.
Beijing Science Teachers' NJ Visit to RYNJ, Fair Lawn, and Ridgewood
Saving Socrates
FEBRUARY 27, 2015
Utilizing the approach of learning through doing, the teachers were simultaneously learning about one of the most innovative concepts in science education today, the Maker Movement. They then discussed the real world application of this Maker Movement activity to a classroom.
The Free, Amazing, Library 2.015 Online Events Start Today
The Learning Revolution Has Begun
OCTOBER 19, 2015
Today , October 19th, is our third annual teacher-librarian pre-conference event, “ Teacher Librarian Day ,” which kicks off at 4:00pm US-Eastern Daylight Time. Sampling of Comments from Last Year’s Events: “Great conference!” I think it's great that an event like this is being offered for free for librarians. See you online!
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