[Michlib-l] MLA Tech & Trends workshop keynote: Building Makerspace Cultures in Libraries, Kristin Fontichiaro

[Amanda Nichols Hess]

Are you interested in makerspaces and the maker culture? Are you wondering
how this might impact your library? Are you wondering what makerspaces
*are? *Are you interested in participating in a keynote session with an
engaging, dynamic, and *very *well-traveled expert?

If so, don't miss Kristin Fontichiaro, Clinical Assistant Professor at the
University of Michigan's School of Information, speak on "Building
Makerspace Culture in Libraries" at MLA's upcoming Technologies & Trends
Workshop on Friday, May 16 at Oakland University in Rochester, MI.

Ms. Fontichiaro has presented on makerspaces and maker culture all over the
world; in this session, she'll share why makerspaces mean more than 3D
printers. They offer libraries and librarians new venues through which to
build community, develop patron capacity, and empower creative expression.
In this talk, questions to consider in launching a makerspace will be
explored, and possible activities and equipment will be discussed. Most
importantly, the session will talk about infusing library-centered
makerspaces with a maker *culture *that celebrates trial-and-error,
process, and lifelong learning.

More information and registration can be found on the MLA website at
http://www.mla.lib.mi.us/events/workshops/tech .

-- 
Amanda K. Nichols Hess
Assistant Professor | eLearning & Instructional Technology Librarian
Kresge Library <http://library.oakland.edu> | Oakland University |
Rochester, MI 48309
248.370.2487 | nichols at oakland.edu
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