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Tinkering explorations: new pathways

In this hands-on tinkering session we will explore the ways in which the tinkering approach can be applied to subjects beyond the usual physics explorations. In this experimental session you can try out tinkering investigations related to biology, chemistry and other scientific disciplines.

This year at the Ecsite Conference’s MakerSpace we are opening a series of informal dialogues on topics that are important to the maker community. When we think back and remember times when we received unexpected tips on how to operate our space, found a great collaborator or discovered new practices we remember that an informal conversation between sessions led to these new ideas. Whether you are a MakerSpace pro or a complete newcomer, join these active discussion sessions and get new perspectives on making and tinkering in museums.

Facilitator

Outreach Manager
Zürich
Switzerland
Meie van Laar
Head of Education
Leiden
Netherlands

Session speakers

Outreach Manager
Zürich
Switzerland
Build a capsule to grow plants on the moon! Using LEDs, solar panels, plant seeds and recycled materials, this hands-on activity will show you how to combine astronomy, basic plant science and electronics. Multi-disciplinary fun for all!
Founder and Director of AlElieh for Science Environment and Art Science and Maker Educator / consultant
AlElieh for Science Environment and Art
East Jerusalem
Palestinian Territory
Tinkering with natural material brings back tinkering to nature where it actually started. Playing around and making different projects from twigs and pine cones is another form of looking at material and using it in a different way. Going green and using simple binding techniques adds another level of challenge and engagement.