Makerspaces: A Practical Guide for Librarians

Makerspaces: A Practical Guide for Librarians

<span><span>A “makerspace” is an area in a library where users can use tools and equipment to design, build, and create all sorts of different things. It may be a dedicated room or a multipurpose space in which a collection of raw materials and resources can be utilized as desired. Projects range from prototyping product designs with 3D printers, to programming robots, to creating art out of recycled items. </span></span><br /><br /><span><span>This practical guide will help librarians</span></span><br /><br /><ul start="1" style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;"><li><span>develop, budget for, and implement makerspaces;</span></li><li><span>write grant proposals for funding;</span></li><li><span>and understand the mindset behind the maker movement in order to meet patron needs.</span></li></ul><span><span><br /></span><span style="font-style:italic;">Makerspaces: A Practical Guide for Librarians</span><span> also includes useful case studies, descriptions of equipment and new technologies, and models for planning and assessing projects.</span></span>