My question centers around effectively integrating technology in the classroom.
How do you ensure you are reaching the higher levels of the SAMR model when using technology in your classroom? What do you do to make sure you are not just using technology as a substitute or using it only to augment all the time?
As someone who doesn't currently teach math, I'm not sure how to effectively respond. However, I know at the elementary level the classroom teachers are using Chromebooks daily in math instruction, many are at the substitution part of SAMR where they upload worksheets to Google Classroom so students are doing their word problems and such electronically. I personally still like the old fashioned paper and pencil method when solving math problems! I also see the modification level where students are working in groups and able to collaborate on problems/tasks using Chrome books with Google apps. To me, this would be reaching a higher level instead of just substituting.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your feedback! I ask simply because I am guilty of being more on the substituting/augmenting levels since I am also new to teaching math interventions. It is hard enough for me to wrap my brain around that without even throwing in technology!
ReplyDeleteAnd for others answering, feel free to answer regarding any content area, it does not just need to be math. :)
Becky, I had to look up SAMR before I could respond. Now that I have an idea of what it is I can say I have been using it. When I design my lessons using technology I try to make sure that the technology I use is current and that I am creating a task that would be an improvement over a non technical task. Next I would evaluate how that worked and modify if needed. One-one would make this whole process a lot easier.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your response Beverly! That is great that you were using higher levels of the SAMR model without even using it. I agree that one-on-one would make things so much easier!
DeleteI was thinking about this while taking a walk at the gym the other day. I think it starts with risk-taking. You have to be willing to try new things in unconventional ways. Now, at the same time I think it would be very helpful to have a visual of the SAMR model to ASK yourself whether or not you are actually substituting, augmenting, modifying, or redefining.
ReplyDeleteI agree Amit. I often have to go back and review the model. Having a visual of it at all times in my room would be helpful.
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