Making Future STEAM Educators: An Introduction to Makerspace Tools, Technologies, and Teaching

Please register here. BTLC Credit: IS, STEAM

Presenter(s): Kay Ramey, Assistant Professor, Learning Sciences and Educational Psychology; Darrell Currington, Makerspace Facilitator 

Description: In this workshop, students will participate in a hands-on, "quick-fire" STEAM activity and get an introduction to what STEAM is, why it's important, and how to facilitate it in their classrooms. We will also provide an overview of what will be involved in the other workshops in the STEAM track and discuss the STEAM track's unique volunteer opportunities. *This workshop is required for participation in the STEAM track and should be attended first.* Please bring a laptop to the workshop if possible as you will need it for some of the hands-on and collaborative activities. 

Learning Objective:   

1. Understand and gain comfort with STEAM tools, technologies, and practices 2. Learn and be able to apply tools and strategies to facilitate transformative STEAM learning experiences. 

By registering for this event, you agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please email tlc@uiowa.edu  and we will work with you to make any accommodations. 

Tuesday, February 6, 2024 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Lindquist Center
Professional Development Area (PDA), North 110 Lindquist Center
240 South Madison Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
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