Library makerspaces : the complete guide

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Information & Library Science Library

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Z716.33 .W55 2018
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Available

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Summary

Library Makerspaces: The Complete Guide is a comprehensive road map for libraries of any size, with any budget, seeking to redesign or repurpose space or to develop creative, hands-on maker-style programming. It features guidance on: -Holding stakeholder discovery sessions for community-driven space and program development -Evaluating existing library spaces for the most cost-effective and user-friendly facilities design and programming -Asset mapping for developing community partnerships -Best practices from different types of library makerspaces in the United States and internationally -Sample budgets, inventories, and space plans -Risk management considerations -Programming recommendations and resources for a range of patrons from youth to seniors and business to hobby groups -Funding and in-kind support This book will help librarians develop and implement makerspaces, write grant proposals to fund such spaces, and help frontline staff and administrators learn about the technologies and processes involved.

Contents

  • Preface p. ix
  • 1 Library Makerspaces 101 p. 1
  • 2 First Things First: Getting Organized p. 25
  • 3 The Lay of The Land: A Look at the Current Makerspace Landscape p. 51
  • 4 Makerspace Architecture p. 87
  • 5 Makerspace Programming: The Possibilities Are Endless p. 111
  • 6 Maker Events: The Library Makerspace as Community Hub p. 139
  • 7 Makerspace Inventory: A Closer Look at Tools and Resources p. 167
  • 8 Makers: The Human Element p. 189
  • 9 Risk management 101 p. 211
  • 10 Finishing Touches: Putting It All Together p. 219
  • Appendix: Sample Documents p. 227
  • Bibliography p. 233
  • Index p. 239
  • About The Author and Contributors p. 245

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