maker culture & academic libraries
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Maker Culture and Academic Libraries
What is Maker Culture?
DIY +
DIY + Open
Innovation, Teaching & Learning Spaces
Community
"Our wildest dream was to empower the next generation of Makers“ - Pete Lomas
How to give a presentation:
• Embedded systems• Sensors and home automation systems• Robots and near-space balloons• ?
3D Printers
• Universal connectors for LEGO, Erector Sets, etc.
• Surgical prep based on CT scans of patients• Prototyping designs, visualizations, etc. • ?
Why should universities be involved?
In 15 years, what will education & innovation look like?
• Go to Maker Faire Vancouver June 1-2– 20% code: MEM20
• Send students to Maker Faire, Vancouver Hack Space, Vancouver Community Labs, etc.
• Visit these spaces yourself and think about how we might adopt some of their practices
Small, pragmatic steps forward:
All images ©Emily Smith (Flikr: blue mollusc
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