From its inception, Burgundy has educated students in innovative ways, teaching them to learn by doing. So when Middle School Math teacher Lee Bissett began filling his classroom with everyday items to spark critical thinking and inspire creativity within his students, it only made sense to create a makerspace. In this issue, we caught up with Lee to learn more about the importance of maker education and how you can get started today with repurposed or upcycled everyday household items, especially as you begin this year’s spring cleaning!
Q: What are the ingredients of a good maker space?
A: I’ve always been a believer in the idea of using the physical aspects of a classroom as an additional teacher and the same is true of makerspaces. First and foremost, they need to be flexible spaces that encourage different ways of solving problems. As an example, you want…
