Welcome back for the third episode of our four-part series all about our Portable Innovation Labs (PILs). Today, we have a conversation with two community partners who use PILs for their workforce development missions.

Iddrisu Seidu from Makerspace Central and Rich Granger from DriveOhio explain how they team up with our rocket-focused PIL. By using 3D-printing, the PIL allows children to immerse themselves in rocket science– yes, rocket science. 

Aerospace and aviation are important industries in Ohio’s economy. Through the rocket-based PIL, we can build a more diverse and talented future workforce together.

To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.org

We unbox:

• Why Makerspace Central and DriveOhio decided to use PILs
• How PILs increase diversity in STEM
• How PILs can be adjusted for different age groups

Resources:

• Listen to Episode 49. Planes, Trains, & Automobiles: The Role of Education in Smart Mobility & Infrastructure
• Access DriveOhio’s free Educator Toolkit
• Learn more at MakerspaceCentral.org
• Follow Makerspace Central on Instagram: @Makerspace.Central

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