Custom PD Packages

Whether you're creating a Makerspace from scratch, reinvigorating an under-utilized space, or building upon a thriving Maker culture, K-12 Maker Lab can provide custom tools and resources to support your goals.

Maker PD Packages include planning, goals and needs identification, custom training and materials, connection to a network of K-12 Maker Educators, and more.

We work with you to:

  • Start a Makerspace
  • Improve an existing Makerspace
  • Start or improve your STEM programming
  • Support SEL goals & 21st Century Skills
  • Use a Makerspace to promote schools.

Here’s how it works: We meet with you to discuss your vision, identify goals, and explore how Maker projects and technologies can bring your vision to life. We’ll walk you through our PD strands and resources, including  Makerspace design, resources to make the case for Making, Maker tool skills training, Maker project design process, teacher practices, and lots more. We will work with you to choose the strands that meet your specific needs and create a custom program.

Content strands include:

Makerspaces and Tools

  • Set up, revive, or advance a makerspace with appropriate tools and materials in an effective layout.
  • Customize an operations plan with safety and supervision protocols.
  • Train teachers and students on the fabrication tools and software techniques.

Maker Project Design & Teacher Practices

  • Design meaningful projects that integrate STEM concepts with academic content.
  • Learn and hone classroom practices that engage students and promote multidisciplinary 21st century skills.
  • Tackle challenges and celebrate successes with your peers in our regular training sessions.
  • Get timely coaching from MIT staff and our community of Maker Educators.
  • Create tools that shift the work and the benefits of assessment to students.
  • Empower your students with personal insights and teamwork strategies.

Student Projects with Maker Training

  • Host an exciting skills-building class or camp and get your students up to speed with Maker tools while building a Maker mindset.
  • We provide the curriculum and lead the training along with your staff, equipping you with resources and skills to run the activity on your own.​
Contact us at k12maker@mit.edu to schedule a consultation.
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