Technology has become a vital necessity in school classrooms for any age. And boy how it has changed! From overhead projectors to smart boards, from desktop computers to tablets, technology is constantly evolving. As the world of technology is changing so are learners. It is our job as teachers to make sure schools are adapting educational technology in order to increase student engagement, improve learning, and build vital 21st century skills.
How many of you have heard of the SAMR model?
It's a tool to help educators infuse technology into teaching and learning.
Check out the video I created explaining the model!
Resources:
(2012). SAMR Model - Technology Is Learning - Google Sites. Retrieved March 26, 2015, from https://sites.google.com/a/msad60.org/technology-is-learning/samr-model.
(2013). Using SAMR to Teach Above the Line - Getting Smart by ... Retrieved March 26, 2015, from http://gettingsmart.com/2013/07/using-samr-to-teach-above-the-line/.
"SAMR Model Explained for Teachers." 2013. 26 Mar. 2015 <http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2013/06/samr-model-explained-for-teachers.html>
How many of you have heard of the SAMR model?
It's a tool to help educators infuse technology into teaching and learning.
Check out the video I created explaining the model!
Resources:
(2012). SAMR Model - Technology Is Learning - Google Sites. Retrieved March 26, 2015, from https://sites.google.com/a/msad60.org/technology-is-learning/samr-model.
(2013). Using SAMR to Teach Above the Line - Getting Smart by ... Retrieved March 26, 2015, from http://gettingsmart.com/2013/07/using-samr-to-teach-above-the-line/.
"SAMR Model Explained for Teachers." 2013. 26 Mar. 2015 <http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2013/06/samr-model-explained-for-teachers.html>