In my short lifetime technology has improved so rapidly that it is hard to keep up with the daily advancements therefore it is important that we foster creative thinkers to not only design but to understand technology both in the present and in the future. Due to the fact that people are living longer and staying healthier we need to address global issues that will affect all of us in the coming years such as housing, pollution, global warming, and medicine to name a few. Through Makerspace we can start allowing children at a very young age to think outside of the box and to start tackling these issues of global importance. I read an article stating if students are involved in their learning they will not only be more engaged but the end product will be a better quality. Now that we know how important makerspacers are, you may be wondering how you can make one in your own classroom. I struggled with this in my own classroom, then I started diving into more research. I
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Wow, I am so excited! I just found out about this brand new emerging trend called Makerspaces. How many times have you wanted to put the text books aside and challenge your students to tap into their creative juices? I am so overjoyed to engage my students in the creative process by using Makerspaces. I can present my students with a task and allow them to imagine and create anything their mind can dream of. I know that you will find this new trend valuable in your classroom, so come on this journey with me. I decided to begin this blog to document my students’ journey into problem solving and into higher order thinking by collaborating with others and showcasing their experiences. You will be able to create your own Makerspace in your classroom. It’s easy and fun for both of you and your students. Do you have a spare corner in your room? Or an old reading cubby? Transform it into a space where you can present tasks to your students and they can w