[Free Event - Oakland] Gather and Play with Makey Makey - Agency by Design Oakland
Aaron Vanderwerff
Come gather in community with us as we play and explore. Create your own invention, learn some new skills, and make your computer more interactive & fun with Makey Makey! Whether you are new to this tool or have lots of experience, we look forward to having you join us.
Where: Code Next Oakland by Google - 3301 East 12th Street Oakland, CA 94601 [Right next to Fruitvale BART]
When: Tuesday, February 18 · 4 - 6pm
Facilitated by: Cicely Day and Aaron Vanderwerff
Whether you're a Kinder teacher, a humanities middle school teacher, or a High School AP Computer Science teacher, this exciting workshop is designed to ignite your (and your students) passion for invention while connecting to your content area.
Get ready to turn bananas into piano keys, make your own interactive game controllers, or create unique art that responds to your touch. In this workshop, you'll dive into the world of electronics, coding, and design while learning how to build interactive projects!
A few projects our facilitators have supported others to create are a cardboard arcade, an interactive art display at a bilingual school that read poems students wrote in Mandarin when a key word was touched, and musical instruments for a class concert.
What to Expect:
Hands-on projects with Makey Makey
Learn basic circuits, coding, and creative problem-solving
Make music, control video games, or design your own interactive art
Collaborate with fellow inventors and share your cool creations
No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the skills to create your own DIY projects and be ready to take your inventions to the next level. Get ready to experiment, innovate, and most importantly, have fun!
Workshop Takeaways:
Makey Makey Skills: Learn how to turn everyday objects into interactive controllers.
Basic Electronics & Coding: Gain hands-on experience with circuits and simple programming.
Creative Problem-Solving: Develop the skills to think outside the box and build innovative projects.
Collaboration & Networking: Connect with fellow creators and share ideas.
Standards and Content: Link the concepts and skills your students are learning with hands-on creative work using Makey Makey!