Determine the Problem

Problem #1:  What materials should be purchased to start a makerspace?

Reframe: To create makerspace lessons focused on specific subjects/content/curricular competencies, what materials are needed?


Problem #2: In the library, there is not enough flexible seating.

Reframe: In the library, there is not enough comfortable seating to foster silent, independent reading.


The problem which I wish to focus on is collecting materials to begin a makerspace. When first starting a makerspace, the school could purchase many items without purpose. This could lead to items remaining unused, or worse, being inappropriate for the students. Furthermore, teachers or TLs wishing to use the space might not have all the items they need but will be unable to purchase more because the money had been spent on other things.

Instead of purchasing without purposee, the school should first determine how the makerspace should be used. To do so, those who are interested could indicate one topic per term that could be incorporated into makerspace lessons. By purchasing just what is needed, all items will be used and there will still be money to buy more materials at a later date.

Design Challenge

Develop a makerspace that is stocked with materials that can be used to hone in on specific content and competencies that are found in the curriculum.


Works Cited

Rendina, Diana. “How to Identify and Reframe Design Problems in Your Library Space -.” Knowledge Quest, AASL, 22 Apr. 2016, https://knowledgequest.aasl.org/identify-reframe-design-problems-library-space/.

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