Expanding Informal Maker-Based Learning Programs for Urban Youth
| Autor: | Foad Hamidi, Shawn Grimes, Stephanie Grimes, Andrew Coy, Adena Moulton, Amy L. Freeland |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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Online and offline
Medical education 05 social sciences Attendance 020207 software engineering Citizen journalism 02 engineering and technology Informal learning Software deployment ComputingMilieux_COMPUTERSANDEDUCATION 0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineering 0501 psychology and cognitive sciences Sociology Research question Curriculum Inclusion (education) 050107 human factors |
| Zdroj: | FIE |
| Popis: | This Research Full Paper contributes to research on creating maker-based learning experiences for youth in diverse informal learning settings. A key research question in this space is how to efficiently and effectively setup maker learning spaces and train educators to deliver high-quality maker curriculum in diverse sites. To study this question, we developed and deployed a multi-phase maker educator training program that included makerspace setup, educator training, and youth program deployment. We deployed three models of the program at three participating sites over roughly nine months. We analyzed data from educator pre- and post- interviews and found that the programs generated considerable interest in the youth and resulted in positive shifts in career aspirations and social and technical skills. Participants emphasized the importance of creating hybrid online and offline resources and training materials. Our participants also identified logistical challenges related to recruiting educators and youth attendance. Finally, participants described possibilities for content localization and the inclusion of participatory approaches to keep youth and educators engaged. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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