Collaborative Learning in Makerspaces: A Grounded Theory of the Role of Collaborative Learning in Makerspaces

Makerspaces are a relatively new phenomenon that seem to create an innovative environment for individuals work on projects and learn about technology. This article presents grounded theory study, which investigates the impact makerspaces have innovation. Strauss Corbin’s methodology is used research this exploratory topic. The data sample consists of 16 interviews members makerspace in Shanghai, China. Data analysis was conducted abiding by coding framework, entailing open coding, axial selective as well tools, such paradigm conditional matrix. Collaborative learning identified core research, Learning its Outcomes Theory created. emergent contributes understanding how outcomes, innovation venture creation, explain collaborative conjunction with other modes can facilitate at various complexities. As such, study’s contributions developing theoretical learning. It offers managerial pedagogical implications help environments where fostered.