Over the past decade, many schools have introduced “makerspaces” to enhance their STEM/STEAM education. Working in these spaces prepares students to be competitive in the future economy and become innovative, problem-solving, creative thinkers.
Makerspaces include collaborative workstations that include high-tech to no-tech machinery and materials. Tools include everything from cardboard, duct tape and bottle caps to 3D printers and drill presses to traditional art and woodworking items. Some have video and podcasting studios or virtual reality spaces. Schools equip their…