Reading Time: 4 minutesHow do great ideas move from imagination to reality? A 2023 survey by EDUCAUSE found that more than 65% of college students believe hands-on, project-based learning improves their creativity and career readiness more than traditional exams. Yet for many, the first challenge is knowing how to take a raw idea and transform it into a […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesLoneliness is increasingly described as a “youth epidemic.” Surveys in 2023 revealed that nearly 1 in 3 young people in the UK reported feeling isolated from peers, while U.S. studies highlighted growing risks of depression among disconnected youth. Against this backdrop, creative spaces—ranging from libraries and youth art centers to grassroots festivals—have emerged as powerful […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesHow will future students showcase the range of skills they develop both in and beyond the classroom? In 2023, the global digital badges market stood at $213.8 million and is projected to grow nearly fivefold by 2032. Unlike traditional transcripts, digital badges highlight competencies such as teamwork, coding, design, or research ethics—skills often invisible on […]

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAre classrooms failing students who thrive through movement and touch? Traditional education often emphasizes passive learning—reading, listening, or watching. Yet emerging research shows that kinesthetic learning, where learners engage physically with content, improves information retention, motivation, and cognitive engagement. One 2024 study showed that kinesthetic learning significantly enhanced clinical skill application and student motivation. Given […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesStories have always been central to learning. From ancient oral traditions to printed books, humans learn best through narrative. In the 21st century, storytelling has shifted into the digital realm, transforming the way knowledge is shared and remembered. Research from 2023 suggests that students retain up to 65% more information when lessons incorporate multimedia elements […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesDid you know that makerspaces in kindergarten classrooms can significantly boost children’s creativity and self-efficacy? A 2025 study found that kids aged 5–6 demonstrated enhanced creative thinking and confidence when engaging in makerspace activities. These creative learning hubs — full of tools, materials, and freedom — enable students to explore ideas, experiment, and learn through […]

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSpells Writing Lab hosted a lively Makey Makey workshop, where students combined creativity, technology, and teamwork to bring their games to life. The session built on the participants’ earlier work in storyboarding and designing games in Gamestar Mechanic, serving as an exciting extension of their projects. For the facilitator, it was the first large-scale workshop, […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesOne of the great things about working for Maker Jawn is watching learning happen in spontaneous, and oftentimes surprising ways. The self-directed nature of the program allows kids to take ideas further than we mentors would have ever imagined, or to totally new places altogether. But as of now, there’s been no way to officially […]