CREATIVE KIDS TOP CANVAS MAKER KIDS LAB is now open!
[EN] New project “MAKER KIDS LAB”

CANVAS

2015.09.06
MAKER KIDS LAB is now open!
[EN] New project “MAKER KIDS LAB”

We’ve launched “MAKER KIDS LAB.”
http://canvas.ws/project/maker-kids-lab

MAKER KIDS LAB is a space that offers “making” experiences a little different from the everyday, using a variety of technologies.
The programs are diverse, ranging from drawing with LED lights and creating sculptures with conductive clay to making original creations using 3D printing technology.
At MAKER KIDS LAB, we’ve prepared a wide variety of tools for children—ranging from familiar materials and tools like crayons, drawing paper, scissors, and glue to tools that utilize the latest technology.
We hope to bring this new hands-on experience—a fusion of analog and digital, art and technology—to as many children as possible.
For our first event, we held three workshop programs at the Toshiba Future Science Museum!
Moving forward, MAKER KIDS LAB aims to provide hands-on experiences in various formats—including workshops, events, interactive exhibits, and school lessons—tailored to each setting.
We welcome inquiries at any time from those interested in implementing or introducing our programs!

We have launched a new project called “MAKER KIDS LAB.”

MAKER KIDS LAB


MAKER KIDS LAB will offer children unique “making” experiences using a variety of technologies.
MAKER KIDS LAB provides children with a wide range of tools and materials, from familiar items such as crayons, drawing paper, scissors, and glue to the latest technologies.

We aim to create and deliver new “making” experiences that combine analog and digital elements, as well as art and technology, to a diverse range of
children.
As an initial trial, three workshops were held at the Toshiba Future Science Museum.
In the future, we hope to offer a variety of activities—including workshops, events, hands-on exhibits, and classes at schools—through MAKER KIDS LAB.
If you are interested in implementing these programs, please feel free to contact us at any time.


　

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  • Digital Picture Book Author

    Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
    Director, B Lab
    Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
    Chairperson, CANVAS

    After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
    He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
    His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”