Making, Makers, Makerspaces: The Shift to Making in 20 Schools

Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Contents
Contributors
Abbreviations
Chapter 1: The Ontario Makerspace Project
	A (Very) Brief History of Making
	Makerspaces, Maker Culture and Maker Pedagogies
	Overview of Study
	Theoretical Considerations
	Methodology and Methods
		Setting and Participants
		Data Collection
		Data Analysis
	Brief Summary of Our Findings
	References
Chapter 2: Inquiry-Based Learning Through Making
	The Maker Movement and Constructivism
	Research into Practice
		Expanding Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) to Include Passion-Based Learning
		The Inquiry Continuum: Guided, Open, and Blended Inquiries
		One School’s Experience with Passion-Based Learning
	Getting Started
	References
Chapter 3: Making, Creating, and Wellness
	The Primitive Act of Creating and Making
	Creativity and Creating as Innovation
	Creating, Making, and Wellness
	Research Studies Related to Creating and Mental Health
	Research into Practice
		The Role of Creativity in Facilitating Wellness and Cognitive Development
	Getting Started with Making for Mental Health and Wellness
	References
Chapter 4: Fostering Global Competencies Through Maker Pedagogies
	Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
		Research into Practice
	Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship
		Research into Practice
	Learning to Learn, Self-Awareness, and Self-Direction
		Research into Practice
	Collaboration
		Research into Practice
	Communication
		Research into Practice
	Global Citizenship and Sustainability
		Research into Practice
	Next Steps for Implementation: Global Competencies in the Classroom
	References
Chapter 5: Empowering Student Leaders in Makerspaces
	Perspectives on Peer Tutoring and Making
		Socio-Constructivism
		Roles and Role Theory
		Benefits of Peer Tutoring on the Tutor and Tutee
		Benefits of Student Leaders for Teacher Professional Development and School Spread
	The STEAM Teams
	The STEAM Sessions
		Blakefield
		Princess Elizabeth
		St. Ernesto
	Discussion/Conclusion
	References
Chapter 6: Role of the Teacher-Librarian
	Importance of the Library
	Importance of Innovation and Innovative Mindsets
	Importance of the Librarian
	Research into Practice
		Taking the Lead
		Well-Positioned for Encouraging Spread
		Flexibility for Maker Tool Integration as the Teacher-Librarian
	What No Dedicated Teacher-Librarian Means
	Other Staff Leaders
	References
Chapter 7: Shifting School Culture Through Shared Leadership and Support
	School Culture and Why It Matters
	Role of the Administration in Effecting Change and Spreading a Culture of Innovation
	Research into Practice
		Share
		Support
	References
Chapter 8: Continuing Professional Development for Teacher-Makers
	Professional Development in Education
	Professional Learning Sessions Design
		Makerspace Project: Year 1 Launch
		Makerspace Project Year 2 Launch
	Promising Practices for Successful Makerspace Adoption and Effective Implementation
	References
Chapter 9: Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Making
	Indigenous Making
	Land and Place
	Ceremony, Symbols and Community Circles
	Language and Storytelling
	Research into Practice
		Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB
		Lakehead DSB
		Rainy River DSB
	References
Chapter 10: Making Making Accessible to All
	Inclusive Education in Ontario
	Challenges with Our Current Context
	Remembering Universal Design for Learning
	Affordances of Making for Students at Promise
	Research into Practice: How Making Had a Positive Impact on Special Needs Students in Project Schools
		Impact on Achievement
		Developing Confidence and Perseverance
		Facilitating Collaboration and Leadership
		Generating Engagement and Passion
	Research into Practice Making with High-Needs Populations in Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Regions
		Making It Work in GECDSB
	Getting Started with Making Making Accessible
	References
Chapter 11: Assessment in the Makerspace
	Assessment and Making
	Promising Practices for Assessment
		Triangulation of Data
		Research into Practice
	Pedagogical Documentation
		Research into Practice
	Making Teaching and Learning Visible
		Research into Practice
	Assessment Through Effective Questioning
		Research into Practice
	Student Reflection as Self-Assessment
		Research into Practice
	Looking Ahead: Assessing Making Through Learning Portfolios
		A Portfolio Framework Using RAFT: Role, Audience, Format, Topic
	References