Preparing for the Makerspace Implemnetation at UMB HS/HSL
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Transcript of Preparing for the Makerspace Implemnetation at UMB HS/HSL
May 2014
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Authored by:
University of Maryland, Baltimore
HEALTH SCIENCES AND
HUMAN SERVICES LIBRARY
adventures
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We decided to explore the possibility of a makerspace in the library to serve as a hub of
experimentation, innovation, and collaboration that will benefit our faculty and students in their
education, research, patient care, and entrepreneurship.
timelineMakerspace Task Force formed
•Arranged meeting with campus stakeholders
Literature Review •
Investigated 3D modeling software (TinkerCAD and Google SketchUp)
•Began environmental scan of academic & public library and local makerspaces
•Researched hardware,
software, and materials
Created a marketing plan
• Requested furniture move to build the makerspace
• Set grand opening date
• Announced contest to name the makerspace
Confirmed location of Makerspace
next to current Reference Desk •
Purchased additional items for Makerspace (powerful computer, molecular model sets,
software licenses, camera for streaming video, and button maker)
• Developed policies and procedures
for running the Makerspace
Wrote disclaimer for liability and copyright restrictions
Decided on pricing model and method of payment
Created step-by-step service workflow
Will use LibCal for reservations
Designated IT and Reference staff for required orientation instruction
Makerspace committee is formed
Paired Reference and IT staff for hands-on training
to download, repair and print 3D models
Met with campus stakeholders again to share our findings and proposal
• Visited the dental school to view their use of 3D modeling and printing technology
Developed case report to introduce the makerspace
at HS/HSL idea to campus stakeholders
Introduced makerspace concept for HS/HSL to staff•
Purchased 3D printers and 3D scanner
Submitted a proposal for creating a makerspace at HS/HSL to library administration with detailed technical specifications,
proposed service model, location and staffing.
Visited local makerspaces
• Produced guide to using 3D modeling software
Began 3D printing training for Reference
and IT staff using Lynda.com•
Created a 3D printing LibGuide
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April 21st Makerspace launches!
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