3D Printing in the Library

Author

Marigold Library System

Description

Join Leah Hunter, Library Manager at Delia Municipal Library, for this session for library staff about 3D printing in the library. Leah will discuss the decision to purchase a 3D printer for the library and the trials, tribulations, and successes she’s experienced throughout the process.

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Video
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Makerspace Programming Kits - Building STEAM Capacity in Rural Libraries

Author

Shawnee Hayward

Description

A description of the Makerspace Programming kits purchased by Wheatland Regional Library in 2016 and the Staff Training we conducted with our largely rural Branch Librarians to encourage them to provide STEM/STEAM-based programs

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Word

Hoopla Instructional Brochure

Author

Marigold Library System

Description

Hoopla is a digital media service available through libraries that allows patrons to borrow and stream a selection of movies, television episodes, full music albums, eBooks, comic books, and audiobooks using a PC/MAC or a free mobile app.
This brochure details how patrons get started using Hoopla.

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PDF
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Code Week - Making Art with Code [outline and handout]

Author

Sarah Felkar

Description

For basic code classes or hour of code! Use an online emulator and Python's Turtle module to make art. Any computer with an internet browser and an internet connection can be used.
The outline includes some background talking points, as well as some answers to challenges. Handout includes basic activities and links to selected resources.
Please re-mix, improve and use!

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Word
Source Library

Introduction to HTML and CSS Class [outline & handout]

Author

Sarah Felkar

Description

This is an outline for a 2 hour hands-on class that re-mixes a postcard project to introduce peole to html, css, and *very* basic javascript.  Additional tutorial directions and instructions can be found in the postcard to remix itself: https://d157rqmxrxj6ey.cloudfront.net/sfelkar/17025/
A great all ages program (worked well with a mixed group of adults and younger people).
 
 

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Word
Source Library

Getting Started with Programming using the Raspberry Pi [outline & handout]

Author

Sarah Felkar

Description

This is a handout and outline for a hands on class that introduces digital literacy concepts using raspberry pis, scratch, and python. The simple activities can be completed by all ages.

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Word
Source Library