Peer Review

CSU Makerspaces

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Reviewed:: Aug 26, 2019 by Teacher Education

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Overview:

CSU Makerspaces

A photo gallery showcasing a university library's makerspace. A link is provided to the Sonoma State University MakerSpace webpages, that includes information about the space, the equipment, policies and calendar.

Type of Material:

Workshop and training material, a model for educational teams engaged in planning a makerspace.

Recommended Uses:

It could be used as one source for a presentation on makerspaces. Planners of innovative university projects might get ideas from the Sonoma example. Contact information is provided for questions.

This could serve as a case study.

The pictures and links offer ideas for anyone planning to start a makerspace.

Technical Requirements:

None. Merlot's content builder houses the photo gallery. This page and the linked university websites work on multiple browsers.

Identify Major Learning Goals:

From the web page: "Dream, make, and innovate at the SSU Makerspace! Sonoma State University affiliated students, staff, and faculty are welcome to make use of the tools and equipment during regular hours. Attend a workshop to gain access to emerging technology and learn new skills." The site showcases a major makerspace project.

Target Student Population:

College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Professionals, University Administrators.

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

none.

Content Quality

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Strengths:: The Makerspace lab is quite an accomplishment and the images show the scope of the lab. The Makerspace website contains information about equipment used, and offers an example of what can be done, given grant funds. The pages also provide an example of how the makerspace is set up and what policies guide its use.
Concerns:: Limited access to those outside the Sonoma State University affiliation.

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:: It provides the opportunity to see how a makerspace is built and used. The site does an excellent job of showcasing one makerspace.

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

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Strengths:: It is an easy to navigate website. The links are easily accessible and function correctly.

Other Issues and Comments:: It does a good job as a demonstration/showcase. It probably has a limited audience.
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