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Literacies

University Libraries have a range of initiatives to help faculty design and embed literacy curriculum in their courses, to prepare students for careers as thoughtful, effective communicators and content creators.

What is Maker Literacy?

The Maker Literacy is a way of thinking that accepts failure as a step forward, identifies ways to move past roadblocks, and fearlessly applies design thinking and principles to blaze new trails. 

Maker Literacy Instructional Content

Getting Started with Maker Literacy

 

If you're looking to get your students basic, introductory maker literacy instruction, our microcourses are a great place to start! The microcourse on maker literacy introduces students to the maker skillset, the maker mindset, and the maker's toolset.

  • Students receive a new badge for each completed microcourse. There are microcourses focused on the other literacies that we support (Data, Information, and Media). Complete all four and students receive the "Baylor University Libraries' Literacies" badge.
  • Expected time commitment for the Maker Literacy module is 10 minutes. 
  • Faculty will find instructions and prepared assignments in Canvas Commons (just search "literacies").
  • Learners may self-enroll at: baylor.instructure.com/enroll/WWXKDL

 

Beyond the Microcourse

ELC Pathways, an exciting new source for orientation and skill development for all things Creative Making and Media, is currently in development and will be launching in Fall 2024!

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