Sparking STEAM Interest: STEAM Learning with Electronics (Fall 2025)

Please register here for Sparking STEAM Interest: STEAM Learning with Electronics (Fall 2025)

BTLC Credits: IS, STEAM

In this workshop, students will gain hands-on experience participating in and designing STEAM activities using electronics tools or kits. Students will have an opportunity to make a light-up pillow and explore other electronics kits and projects. They will learn about electronics tools and kits available in schools and be provided with resources and ideas for activities they might facilitate in their classrooms. Students should bring a laptop to this workshop, as some of the hands-on projects will require a computer.

What You Will Learn:

  • To become familiar with a variety of makerspace tools, technologies, and materials.

  • To develop the necessary skills and mindsets for facilitating STEAM learning experiences for students.

  • To learn how to design and facilitate interest-driven, authentic, inclusive STEAM activities.

Webinar Details:

  • When: Monday, October 13, 2025 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

  • Where: The University of Iowa's Educational Makerspace, B1 North Hall, 20 West Davenport Street, Iowa City, IA 52242

  • Who: Current and aspiring preK-12 educators and staff

  • Cost: Free

  • BTLC Credits: IS, STEAM

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

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.

Monday, October 13, 2025 4:30pm to 6:00pm
The University of Iowa's Makerspace
B1, North Hall (down the stairs with the painted hand prints)
20 West Davenport Street, iowa City, IA 52242
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Baker Teacher Leader Center in advance at 319-335-6417 or tlc@uiowa.edu.