Give Us Your "C" Students

Can making re-engage students who struggle in school?

The biggest opportunity for maker education is to reach the students who are not motivated to learn by mainstream education’s methods and practices.  Making provides a way to engage students, especially those who struggle to achieve in school. Projects can connect students with real-world problems, build confidence and foster a love of learning by doing.

I gave the following talk “Give your C Students” at the Make: Education Forum in 2021. I refer to it often as a way to talk about students who are doing well in the traditional schools and who often have no alternative for learning.

I’d love to hear from you if you are working in alternative settings with students who struggle in school. How can we better serve the C student and any student who is struggling?