SHOW NOTES

Episode 9 was recorded live at ITEC in Des Moines, Iowa. Guests Laura Burchett and Kourtney Janss share about kid centered learning environments. 

KEY POINTS

Makerspace Challenges

​Morning choice times

Some short and some long

Thematic

mobile cart with resources for rotating through classes

makerspace kits--teachers can check out from library

Intentional planning as well as open ended exploration

fun, collaborative, excitement, healthy competition

Flexible Seating

Pinterest for ideas

Sitting and standing options

Sensory options

Consider including some traditional seating for those kids that need more structure

Doesn't have to be expensive

Independent Work time

Teachers not wanting to teach students to do something is differe