Makerspaces in the School Setting

<< Objectives >>Our project aims to strengthen the functional capacity of schools and:Create the concept of MAKERSPACE in the school setting, supporting multidisciplinary methodologies and key competencies with students. Develop STEAM through Project-Based learning in the MAKERSPACE with the curriculum based requirements.Upgrade the pedagogies in primary schools by introducing Makerspaces to the curriculum.Support and train the educators to develop quality and efficiency in the primary level school systems.<< Implementation >>We will implement the following activities:2 Transnational Project Meetings; 2 Teacher Training Events for development of the Makerspace concept and the underlying methodology,1 IO - Manual for Makerspaces in the School Setting - a guide for schools and educators;Dissemination activities involving multiplier, promotional, informational events; e-magazine; web space for Makerspace community;Pupils Maker FairMonitoring and evaluation activities with risk management and quality control.<< Results >>Project results include:Manual - MAKERSPACES in the School Setting with resources, tools and methodologies for STEAM curricula and school organisational structure;2 teacher training events: Makerspace concept and Development of methodology for teaching, learning and assessment in Makerspaces;20 activities for Makerspaces;Implementation and Dissemination plans;Quality and Evaluation Plan;Webspace for development, activities, material, support, networking and sharing;Pupils' Makerspace fair