MakerSpace Archives - Educator's Ally

The Hotchkiss EFX Lab: A Modern Day Playground

Posted on July 6, 2018 by educatorsally

It is no secret that STEM labs are popping up on campuses across the country. Still, some schools are taking design-thinking spaces to a whole new level, and Hotchkiss’s EFX (Engineering, Fabrication, Exploration) Lab is one of these places. Their … Continue reading →

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Game-Based Lessons Make Learning Fun

Posted on March 30, 2018 by educatorsally

Using technology and game-based learning in the classroom can be an exciting and useful way to get students involved. In our recent conversations with teachers, foreign language teachers in particular, we’ve heard that Kahoot! has been an effective tool for … Continue reading →

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The best MakerSpace is between your own ears!

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Emily Hyland

“The best MakerSpace is between your own ears!” These words of wisdom came from Gary Stager, PhD, lecturer and renowned leader in the Maker movement. The EA team had the pleasure of hearing Gary speak at this year’s ATLIS (Association of Technology … Continue reading →

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Learning by Doing: The Maker Space Movement

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Emily Hyland

As we visit schools throughout the year, meeting with administrators about their hiring needs and new initiatives, we come away with invaluable knowledge about the types of skills that make candidates most appealing for private school jobs. One trend in … Continue reading →

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