Description

In this episode of Tech It Up a Notch, we dive into Makedo, a simple, low-tech tool perfect for design and make projects with cardboard. We explore its classroom applications, from sparking student creativity to embedding sustainable practices. We also share ways to differentiate learning and “tech it up a notch” with digital tools. This episode is also a great example of how talking through tools with a colleague can open up fresh teaching ideas.

Takeaways

• Make Do transforms everyday cardboard into creative new projects.
• It’s safe, sustainable, and cost-effective for classrooms.
• Hands-on design-and-make projects boost creativity and engagement.
• Teachers can enhance projects by pairing Make Do with digital tools.
• Discussing tools with colleagues leads to richer classroom possibilities.

Resources

• Makedo
• Makedo Resource Hub
• Thingiverse
• MakeyMakey
• Procreate
• Google Drawings
• Whisk
• Microbit
• Kookaberry
• Gemini