Tag Archives: 2015

Educator Networking with Nucleus Learning Network

Saturday May 16 12:30 pm

Stop by the Maker Ed Lounge for casual networking and topic driven discussions geared to meet fellow maker educators.Connect with the folks from Nucleus Learning Network and Maker Ed Austin.

How the First Maker Movement in Education Failed with J.E. Johnson of Maker Ready

Saturday May 16 12:00

For centuries, progressive-minded educators espousing “hands-on” and “inquiry based” learning have failed; persistently falling short of their revolutionary aspirations. Can MakerEd escape the same fate? Presented by J.E. Johnson of Maker Ready.

Raspberry Pi and KANO Workshop with Geekbus

Saturday May 16 10:30 – 11:30

Join the team from Geekbus to learn about the low cost Raspberry Pi computer system and how easy you get started learning Python with the Kano OS. Come to the Faire early, this popular workshop has only 20 seats and is first come, first serve.

Darth Vadar Sound Board

The EQ is a massive 4′ x 5′ piece made from plywood and MDF. Using an Arduino Uno, simple curcuitry, and a microphone connected to LEDs, Darth Vadar is backlit to the sound of any music.

New Farm Institute

Livestock management: learn how to feed and care for goats in an agricultural system!
Biodiversity: create “native seed bombs” to green urban spaces!