MakerSpaces
"Economically, a democratization of production is happening and we are seeing the beginnings of a powerful and distributed Maker innovation ecosystem. New products and services allow individuals to Design it Yourself, Make it Yourself, and Sell it Yourself. For example, Tech Shops are providing access to 21st century machine tools, in the same way that Kinkos gave millions of small and home-based businesses access to copying, printing and shipping. The combination of cloud computing and Software as a Service is enabling “lean startups” that can explore new and cheaper ideas for products and services." - New York Hall of Science
School Library Journal: The Making of Maker Spaces - Part One
Tech Shop (Detroit) - how engineering begins today
"TechShop is a playground for creativity. Part fabrication and prototyping studio, parthackerspace and part learning center, TechShop provides access to over $1 million worth of professional equipment and software. We offer comprehensive instruction and expert staff to ensure you have a safe, meaningful and rewarding experience. Most importantly, at TechShop you can explore the world of making in a collaborative and creative environment." - Tech Shop
World Maker Faire - New York 2010 - Slide Show
Innovation, Education, and the Maker Movement (download PDF)
"Making in education and the community is already underway in many different forms. Educators have found that students and people who have not developed confidence and identity in STEM subjects through traditional courses have a different relationship to STEM learning when embraced through the process of Making. Making encourages experimentation — students can make mistakes and still have confidence and a strong sense of identity to pursue their interests." - New York Hall of Science