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Library Makerspaces

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OneSearch Library Catalog Tutorial

OneSearch Library Catalog Tutorial

This Fall 2022 Semester, the library is offering a new online OneSearch Library Catalog Tutorial.  The tutorial is available in our library catalog, in many of our library research guides, and on our library website.

 

Upon completion of the OneSearch Library Catalog Tutorial, library patrons should be able to:

1. Find the OneSearch online library catalog.

2. Search for and locate books and e-books, videos, articles, digital media, and more in the library's collection.

3. Request items from other LACCD libraries.

 

At the end of the tutorial, there is a short online quiz, which provides users feedback.

What is a Makerspace?

Makerspaces are creative, DIY spaces where people can gather to create, invent, and learn while incorporating critical thinking skills through trial and error. In libraries, makerspaces can have 3D printers, software, electronics, craft, hardware supplies and other tools to create projects.

The video below, We Are Makers, tells the story of the Makerspace movement. 

We Are Makers from Learning Studio on Vimeo.

Current Makerspace Project

Our current makerspace project is a mask. Below is a how-to video recording by WLAC Instructional Assistant, Diane Matsuno: 

 

We referred to the CDC and US Surgeon General's guidelines for creating a mask. For more info, visit www.cdc.gov

Previous makerspace projects

The WLAC Library Makerspace projects have used various paper crafting skills to represent well-known themes and holidays. Paper Circuits use an LED bulb and coin battery to light up paper designs.

Makerspace Circuit            

 

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Origami is a paper folding technique used to create everyday objects, plants and animals.

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Contact Us

Chat with a Librarian by clicking the image below.

live help

E-mail WLAC Librarian Maria Yanez with questions or comments about this Makerspace LibGuide. 

Library Hours

Fall 2024 In-Person Hours (Aug 26 - Dec 15)

Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday, Holidays: Closed

Survey

Help us gather data for future workshops by letting us know what kinds of makerspace projects you are interested in. Select from the options below:

3D Printing: 1 votes (50%)
Sewing projects: 0 votes (0%)
DIY Printmaking: 1 votes (50%)
Pinback buttons: 0 votes (0%)
Total Votes: 2