PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I bring awareness to the work of Tracy Hanson and her Matrix of a Learner philosophy. This episode brings to light the philosophy and her…Read more
066: Matrix of a Learner With Tracy Hanson
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MAKEing a Difference October Maker Challenge is LIVE!!!!!
It is here! Today is October 1st which means it is time for our next monthly maker challenge. Head on over to the site, check out the details, watch the…Read more
Play Workshop Part 1: Remembering the Joy In Play in 40 Minutes with LEGO Enchanted Forest
I had a wonderful opportunity to enter an elementary building in my area for a Monday PD session. We all know how tough Mondays can be especially after teaching all…Read more
Coffeechug Makerspace Tips: Boxcutters
Here is my next video in my Makerspace Tips and Tricks series. This one focuses on boxcutters and shares some very simple things about them that perhaps you were not…Read more
065: How To Organize and Manage a STEM Classroom with Terri Smith
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I have a chat with Terri Smith who is an amazing STEM Educator here in Iowa! We discuss her learning space and how she manages…Read more
Popsicle Stick Version of Yourself
Popsicle Stick Figure Maker Project Here is a small, but awesome activity that any educator or parent can use to create dialogue, self reflection, and communication. This is an activity…Read more
063: Making Learning Awesome with Nerdy Teacher
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I was so lucky to have a chance to have a conversation with the Nerdy Teacher. This guy is leading by example of what it…Read more
Using LEGO pieces to strengthen school culture around ESSA and SAMI work through Universal Constructs of Communication and Collaboration
For those that don’t know I work to support 21 school districts in my area in STEM. As an AEA, we work to provide support to schools in any capacity…Read more
MAKEing a Difference Maker Sign Project: First Submission and Updates
At the beginning of this month I launched a new project with the hopes that we could work together as educators to collectively begin to piece together learning opportunities that…Read more
Coffeechug Favorite Maker Tools: 6 Cardboard Cutters
Materials Link Image Zip Snip https://amzn.to/2NxXd1L Box Cutters https://amzn.to/2x4lPpH Canary Knives https://amzn.to/2NyMRyU MakeDo https://amzn.to/2x9oWfb Compass Circle Cutter https://amzn.to/2NI56C8 Cut Mat https://amzn.to/2NBpCUA Cut Gloves https://amzn.to/2NBqYyE…Read more