school makerspace

  Educational observations have long served as a tool for administrators to assess teachers’ effectiveness, ensure accountability, and offer constructive feedback for growth. While these evaluations focus on many aspects of teaching, they also provide a valuable opportunity to observe student engagement. During one of my early teaching observations, an administrator used an unexpected method:

  Schools everywhere want to create successful learning spaces (i.e., Makerspace, Fab Labs and STEM/STEAM Labs, etc.), but few understand the essential elements that create a successful and impactful space. First, schools need to develop a plan. Very often, schools rush to bring STEM learning to students, spending money on various 3D printers, lasers, and