Explore the concept of Critical Making as a powerful approach to tackling complex, ill-defined problems in this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Discover how combining critical thinking with creative problem-solving can create innovative spaces for collaborative problem-solving. Learn from Isaac Record, a computer engineer turned philosophy of science professor, as he shares insights from his experience as the Founding Director of the Collaborative Experiential Learning Laboratory (CELL) at Lyman Briggs College. Gain a new perspective on addressing significant challenges of our time and understand how embracing anomalies can lead to valuable learning opportunities. This 15-minute presentation offers a fresh approach to problem-solving that can be applied across various fields and disciplines.