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Build a Makerspace for Young People

Carrie Anne Philbin, Andrew Collins, Richard H, Mark Calleja, Dana Augustin, Martin O'Hanlon, Lauren Hyams, Ross Exton, and Mac Bowley

Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for anyone who wants to build a makerspace for young people. You might be a school or community librarian, a primary or secondary school teacher, a school governor, a member of a parent-teacher association or a museum education officer. You can use the hashtag #RPiLearn to talk about this course on social media.

Topics Covered

How to create a makerspace in your community
The pedagogy that underpins the maker movement
Practical advice to help you get started
The different approaches to makerspaces
Identifying partners who can help you build a successful makerspace

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Guidance for youth makerspace creation

According to learners, this course is a practical and well-structured guide for anyone looking to build a makerspace for young people. Students particularly value the clear advice on creating makerspaces in schools or community settings, and the exploration of the pedagogical underpinnings of the maker movement. The course helps in identifying crucial partners, providing a strong framework for fostering hands-on learning environments. It is seen as an excellent starting point for educators and community leaders aiming to inspire creativity.

Designed for educators, librarians, and community leaders.

"As a community librarian, I found the content perfectly tailored to my needs."

"The course is great for anyone involved in youth education or community development."

"It effectively caters to both school teachers and museum education officers."

Guides on finding collaborators for successful makerspaces.

"Learning how to identify and engage partners was a key takeaway for me."

"The focus on community support made the project feel more achievable."

"It highlighted the importance of collaboration for a sustainable makerspace."

Explores the educational theory behind the maker movement.

"I really appreciated the insights into the pedagogy underpinning the maker movement."

"Understanding the 'why' behind makerspaces helped solidify my vision."

"The theoretical background provided a robust framework for our activities."

Offers concrete steps for creating a makerspace.

"I found the practical advice invaluable for setting up my school's makerspace."

"The course outlined clear steps to get started, which was exactly what I needed."

"It equipped me with actionable strategies for building a new creative space."

Provides a comprehensive introduction, not deep technical specifics.

"It's a fantastic starting point, but I'd look elsewhere for advanced electronics projects."

"The course gives a good overview of setup, not detailed 'how-to' for every project."

"While comprehensive for planning, it doesn't delve into specific tech skill training."

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This official guide from the Raspberry Pi Foundation provides a comprehensive overview of the Raspberry Pi computer, including its hardware, software, and various applications. It is an ideal starting point for beginners looking to get up and running with Raspberry Pi.

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