Fostering Self-Directed Learning in Makerspaces

When students have the freedom to tinker and explore, their curiosity leads to perseverance-and the mastery of technical tools and skills.
In a small, rural Kentucky town, school leaders at Eminence Independent Schools prioritized their spending to invest in a state-of-the-art makerspace called the EDhub, where students from all grade levels would have opportunities to spend time each week. The outcome went far beyond cool tools and technical training-it sparked student enthusiasm and built a culture of exploration. From button-making to 3D printing, laser cutting to video editing, students choose a tool they want to explore and earn a badge once they achieve mastery. And as a result of this interest-based approach, teachers have seen a lift in students leading their own learning beyond the EDhub.
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[@Makeymakey]

Great video and wow! What an amazing school!

[@THomasJPeel]

EXCELLENT