“It’s just another teaching tool”: Perspectives of university instructors on integrating maker pedagogy (Stage 2, 10:17 AM)

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Abstract

The rise of university library makerspaces urges a closer investigation into the pedagogical values of maker pedagogy (constructionist learning) and ways of its integration into university courses. This study reports on a qualitative case study that examined interviews with two university instructors on their experiences and perspectives on maker pedagogy. The analysis highlighted three benefits of maker pedagogy in university contexts. It also pointed to several challenges to integrating the pedagogical approach into university classrooms, including students' and instructors' lack of confidence in creative activities. Implications for university library makerspaces are discussed.

Authors

• Yumiko Murai, Simon Fraser University

• Zi Lin, Simon Fraser University

• Mitra Nikimaleki, Simon Fraser University