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Maker Methodology
Step 4: PLAN

Lay the groundwork for a successful project
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So much planning goes into open-ended student projects and observers often don't know - but we do! That's why we drew up some templates to help you plan for Maker projects that can require a lot of resources. You'll recognize a lot of familiar elements from templates that you already use, but we made sure to incorporate Maker-specific concerns for extra guidance (required tools, time, design process for students, etc.)
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Download templates here:
  • Project Summary and Detailed Plan 
    Outline the project, plan activities and resources for each step of the project, make a schedule
  • Project checklist
    a quick self-assessment - does your project have what it needs to give your students all the benefits of a Maker experience?
  • Teacher Practices and Strategies - template
  • Check that your teaching style and activities promote a Maker mindset. If not, adapt them.
Our Maker Methodology
Click each step for information and downloadable planning tools.
  1. Define your learning goals for the project
  2. Discover other projects that can inspire your own
  3. Design and Choose your own Maker project ideas
  4. Plan the day-to-day details of your project 
  5. Deliver your plan - roll out the project and facilitate your students' work 
  6. Share your students' work with a larger community
  7. Reflect and refine improve your project plans
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  • Home
    • Getting Started >
      • What is Making?
      • Types of Makerspaces
      • Goals
    • About Us
    • Contact
  • Teacher PD
    • Maker Project Workshops
    • Webinars
    • Master Making in the Classroom
    • Maker PD Packages
    • Invention Ed
    • Workshop Materials
  • Create Projects
    • Project Tutorials
    • Maker Methodology
    • Idea Gallery
    • K-12 Maker Instructables
    • Special Programs >
      • Aprendo Creando >
        • Presentaciones
      • FullSTEAM
    • DIY Pinball
  • Run a Makerspace
    • Design Guide
    • Facilities and Storage
    • Maker tools
    • Training and Supervision
    • Staff, Hours and Scheduling
    • Events and Growth
  • Maker Tools
    • Shop Tools and Materials
    • Electronics
    • Physical Computing
    • 2D Design Software
    • Vinyl/Craft Cutters
    • Laser Cutting
    • 3D Design Tools
    • 3D Printing
    • Photo and Video
    • Sewing
  • Articles and Books