Makerspace for a Relocated STEM Library

A small branch of a large academic library is in the process of relocating from one area of campus to another. Although the new space is drastically smaller than what they currently have, the librarian wishes to build upon the small maker area that was recently created for the relaxation and enjoyment of patrons. With the SCAFFOLD makerspace design framework, this new area will be created using the latest research in making and learning, keeping inclusivity at the forefront of all activities. This paper describes the current maker area, what the plans are for the new space, and how that space will be designed using this new SCAFFOLD method. It is hoped that this project can be replicated by any academic librarian wishing to add a small yet useful makerspace while staying within their budget.

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Work Title Makerspace for a Relocated STEM Library
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Creators
  1. Paul J McMonigle
Keyword
  1. Makerspaces
  2. STEM
  3. Academic libraries
  4. Learning design
  5. Downsizing libraries
  6. Soft-skills development
License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives)
Work Type Article
Publisher
  1. Pennsylvania Libraries: Research and Practice
Publication Date June 6, 2024
Publisher Identifier (DOI)
  1. https://doi.org/10.5195/palrap.2024.295
Deposited June 13, 2024

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    • Makerspace, STEM Library, Academic Library
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    • University of Pittsburgh Press
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    • A small branch of a large academic library is in the process of relocating from one area of campus to another. Although the new space is drastically smaller than what they currently have, the librarian wishes to build upon the small maker area that was recently created for the relaxation and enjoyment of patrons. With the SCAFFOLD makerspace design framework, this new area will be created using the latest research in making and learning, keeping inclusivity at the forefront of all activities. This paper describes the current maker area, what the plans are for the new space, and how that space will be designed using this new SCAFFOLD method. It is hoped that this project can be replicated by any academic librarian wishing to add a small yet useful makerspace while staying within their budget.
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    • 2024-06-11
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    Keyword
    • Makerspace, STEM Library, Academic Library
    • Makerspaces, STEM, Academic libraries, Learning design, Downsizing libraries, Soft-skills development
    Publisher
    • University of Pittsburgh Press
    • Pennsylvania Libraries: Research and Practice
    Publisher Identifier (DOI)
    • https://doi.org/10.5195/palrap.2024.295
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    • 2024-06-11
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