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If Not For the Library
Making the Making: Developing Maker Initiatives in Libraries
Computers in LibrariesMarch 7th, 2016
Sue ConsidineExecutive DirectorFayetteville Free LibraryEmail: [email protected]
Leah KrausDirector of Community Engagement & ExperienceFayetteville Free LibraryEmail: [email protected]
+Overview Making the Making: The Big Picture 1-3PM
Who we are/Why making in libraries? Strategies for getting started Administrative considerations Funding and resources Partnerships Outcomes and Impacts Assessment Tools & Strategies Exercise Q&A
Making the Making: The Day-to-Day 3-4PM Policies & procedures Staffing Staff & Patron Training Community Involvement Technology & Resources Program Examples Q&A
+Who YOU areWho We are
+Fayetteville Free Library
+FFL Fab LabPhysical fabrication and STEAM skills
www.fflib.org/makerfaqs
+FFL Creation Lab Our Digital Makerspace! Digital content creation and STEAM skills
+Little MakersSTEAM learning opportunities through programs, services and collections
Our makerspace for ages 5-8! STEAM learning opportunities through programs,
services and collections Discover. Create. Build. Drop-in any time, or attend scheduled programs.
+Why Making in Libraries?
+Making @ the FFL
+The Library’s Mission
“To Provide Free and Open Access to Ideas
and Information”
+The Library’s Role
Libraries & 21st Century Literacies
+Informal STEAM Education Formal vs. Informal Learning
Self-motivated voluntary guided by interest life-long
Libraries can and should provide fun informal learning opportunities around STEM subjects, because Early interest in STEM is more of an
indictor than academic performance (Tai et al. 2006)
Curiosity and enjoyment are integral to engagement with STEAM (Hidi & Renninger 2006)
Adapted from Krishnamurthi, A, Ballard, M & Noam, G. (2014)“Examining the impact of afterschool STEM programs.” Noyce Foundation. http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/documents/STEM/Rennie_Krishnamurthi.pdf
+Making in Libraries
+Taking the first steps
+Key Strategies: Start with your community –
what are their needs and priorities?
It’s okay to start small – the key is to START
Collect evidence that illustrates community needs are being met…then grow upon your successes!
Involve staff early and often from across primary areas of responsibility in planning phases
+Identifying Needs
+Sewing
+Lego Robotics
+Geek Girl Camp
+FFL Fab Lab
+Staff Involvement
+Administrative Considerations not to miss Are we in compliance with code? Discuss plans with your liability insurance provider Plan for success
+Funding & Resources
+Key Strategies: Partnerships Grant opportunities and awards What can we STOP doing?
Resource reallocation
+Grant Opportunities and Awards
+Resource Reallocation
Rethink Programming Budgets: Community participants lead classes and programs for free STEAM kits, technologies, and tools can be used again and
again in scheduled programs, as well as on a drop-in basis, instead of paying for one-time performers
Reference Assessment Has allowed us to make confident decisions about service
desk staffing, database purchasing, and reference materials purchasing
Tool used: Gimlet
+Outcomes & Impacts
+Entrepreneurship
+Local Small Business Development
+Collaborations
+Partnership Examples
Express Computer Services – Local print & copy company 3D Printer donation
Syracuse University – Interns and volunteers CADimensions – Local manufacturing & engineering
software/hardware sales company Donation of Solidworks (3D modeling software) lab license
Webucator – National online tech learning company based locally Library Partner program – free patron access to Self-Guided courses
Brodart Tech Garden – Interns and volunteers
+STEAM Learning Supporting content areas:
* Archeology * Architecture * Astronomy * Biology * Chemistry * Computer Science * Construction * Design * Digital media production * Digital fabrication * Ecology * Electronics * Engineering * Geometry * Manufacturing * Math * Physics * Programming * Robotics *
Supporting skills development: * Problem solving * Teamwork * Critical thinking * Creativity *
Making STEM topics and careers fun, interesting, cool and accessible
+Assessment Tools & Strategies
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+15 min. Q&A. Still Got Questions? Please refer to the contact screen on the first slide for our information; contact any of us, anytime!
Next, we will break into groups of 6 for a mini Making assessment exerciseSue Considine
Fayetteville Free Library Executive [email protected]
Fayetteville Free LibraryWebsite: www.fflib.orgTwitter: @fayettevillelib
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Making the Making: The Day-to-Day
Computers in LibrariesMarch 7th, 2016
Sue ConsidineExecutive DirectorFayetteville Free LibraryEmail: [email protected]
Leah KrausDirector of Community Engagement & ExperienceFayetteville Free LibraryEmail: [email protected]
+We will cover…
Technology & Resources Policies & procedures Staffing Staff & Patron Training Community Involvement Program Examples Q&A
+Technology & Resources
+Creation Lab Inventoryhttp://fflib.org/creation-lab/inventory
+FFL Fab Lab Inventoryhttp://fflib.org/fab-lab/fab-lab-inventory
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+FFL Fab Lab Inventory (cont.)
+Little Makers Inventory
Goldieblox Roominate Bionic Blocs (Brackitz) Kaledio Gears Dash Robot & iPad Legos K’nex
+Free Resources
Project Ideas: Instructables Pinterest DIY.org Makezine.com
3D Files/ Modeling: Thingiverse.com Tinkercad Sketchup Blender Autodesk:123DCatch
Developing a Library Makerspace: Makerspace Playbook Libraries and Maker Culture: A
Resource Guide www.fflib.org/make
Digital Creation: Inkscape Kodu Game Lab Scratch iMovie/ iPhoto/Garage Band Audacity iPad apps
+Policies & Procedures
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+Staffing & Staff Training
+Staffing
+Key Strategies: Staff & Volunteer Training Goal = All share basic level of
knowledge Forum training opportunities Staff members identify training
topics Staff members self-teach
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+Patron Training
+Key Strategies: Patron Training
Certify individuals on each piece of equipment before independent use
Continuously assessing and adjusting training formats
Group certification classes, 1-on-1s and online certifications
+Patron Training (cont.)
We may not know, but we can find out together! Providing access to supplemental training materials –
bookmarks, videos, online resources Community Participants are key!
+Community Involvement
+Key Strategies: Allow community members to
use the library as a platform to share what they know with their neighbors
Seek out strategic partnerships with community organizations and businesses
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-Adapted from “The Abundant Community” by John McKnight & Peter Block
+Examples
Staffing the FFL Fab Lab Leading classes on topics such as 3D design
(Solidworks, Tinkercad, Sketchup), sewing, painting, home repair, Photoshop, laser projects, and more
Leading weekly or monthly clubs or meetups on topics such as robotics, electronics, quilting, knitting, etc.
+Program Examples
+Program Examples
Tinker Tots Little Makers Creation Clubs Coding Club Geek Girl Camp STEAM Camp for Guys Maker Mondays Take Apart Tuesdays
Art Masters Teens Make Minecraft Design for 3D printing Lego Robotics Make Your Holiday Painting classes
Robotics Club Electronics Club Sewing Programs Knitting Club Quilting Club Home Repair DIY Home Décor
+Thank You!
Sue ConsidineFayetteville Free Library Executive [email protected]
Fayetteville Free LibraryWebsite: www.fflib.orgTwitter: @fayettevillelib
