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Students work together and collaborate in a Michigan State University Room for Engaged and Active Learning

Check out trends in active learning that can benefit MSU

It seems that every year those who work in education whip out their magic crystal balls and attempt to predict what trends will have the greatest impact in the classroom. All of us want to create meaningful experiences for the students and often that means trying to anticipate what their classroom expectations will be. Read Full Article →

Brown Bag: Integrating Library Makerspace Services into Your Course

Speakers
  • Erica Ervin, MSU Libraries
  • Jonah Magar, MSU Libraries
  • Terence O’Neil, MSU Libraries
Background

The Explorations in Instructional Technology Brown Bag series is hosted by the MSU College of Education, College of Natural Science, and MSU IT Teaching and Learning Technology. For more information, contact Sev Grabski. Learn more about other faculty development opportunities. Read Full Article →

MSU Makerspace Open House

Make It Happen: Explore the different creative and innovative instructional spaces at Michigan State University.

Description

Makerspaces facilitate pursuits such as electronics, robotics, and 3-D printing mixed with more traditional activities like metalworking, woodworking, and arts and crafts. Campus makerspaces provide places and opportunities for students to learn practical skills and apply them in creative and collaborative ways. Read Full Article →

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Photo illustration of tools used to make and create like pens, paper and, scissors. Caption on the image says: What will you make?

Learn about the different MSU makerspaces

Did you know there are eight makerspaces spread across Michigan State University? A collective group of individuals have been working together since January in order to better inform you about them.

What is a makerspace?

A makerspace traditionally is seen as a workshop with tools, machinery, supplies, and space to make things. Read Full Article →