Join us as we make connections between Makey Makey and its exciting uses in STEM learning. We chat about the importance of understanding STEM, the power of hands on learning and practical ways to integrate Makey Makey into different curriculum areas. We share pros, cons and tips straight from the classroom to help you to Tech it Up a Notch!

Key Takeaways - Makey Makey

• Rich STEM projects involve design thinking and problem solving.
• Makey Makey empowers students to create interactive projects using everyday objects.
• Hands-on learning fuels creativity, curiosity, and engagement.
• Thoughtful integration of technology can enhance curriculum outcomes across subjects.
• Explicit teaching strategies are vital for meaningful STEM learning, but don’t stop there!
• Assess student learning through the design process, not just final products.
• Collaboration and group work enrich the learning experience with Makey Makey.
• Makey Makey connects naturally to multiple curriculum areas, including Science and the Creative Arts.

Resources

Makey Makey Website

Makey Makey Intro Video

Makey Makey Plug and Play apps

Scratch

Hour of Code

Classroom Screen

Google Classroom