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The ‘Maker’ Movement: Understanding What the Research Says

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The Maker Movement has its roots outside of school, in institutions such as science museums and in the informal activities that everyday people have taken part in for generations. The Maker Movement in Education (Erica R. Often, such work is guided by the notion that process is more important than results.

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MakerBot Launches Hands-On Learning Guide For 3D Printing In The Classroom

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MakerBot Launches Hands-On Learning Guide For 3D Printing In The Classroom. New MakerBot Handbook Helps Educators and Students Get Started with Lesson Plans and Hands-on 3D Design Projects. 3D printing is a powerful tool in the classroom and provides engaging experiences that motivate students to excel. by TeachThought Staff.

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The Top 50 Best Books for Teachers – Professional Development

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Remember the days of longing for the hands on the classroom clock to move faster? Mindsets in the Classroom: Building a Culture of Success and Student Achievement in Schools – Mary Cay Ricci. Easy-to-apply, scientifically-based approaches for engaging students in the classroom. Why is that? Willingham.