Why+How of Tech Integration

Why integrate tech?

• It helps differentiate instruction (my students range from 2nd-12th grade level in reading)
• My students range from 2nd-12th grade level in reading, this would help everyone learn

Why integrate tech?

• It develops skills students will need for the 21st Century
• My students don't have access to technology at home, they need to learn the language of technology in order to be successful in life

Why integrate tech?

• Power to the people!
• My students will be able to create art, poetry, graphic design, radio shows, data and MORE
• They will have increased autonomy and freedom in expressing their thoughts

SAMR Model

• Situational- First, technology takes the place of something- like google docs taking the place of paper worksheets
• Augmentation- Technology is used and improves something in the classroom. Students can create diagrams on google docs to organize their notes

SAMR Model

• Modification- learning is modified, students can read and comment on each others notes
• Redefinition- students create their own worksheets on google docs to take notes, remember materials and study. Students create a shared folder of materials that others may find useful

SAMR Takeaway

• Technology in the classroom doesn't happen overnight
• Students, teacher and class structure will have to transition together in order to truly improve learning
• IT WILL TAKE TIME and there WILL be setbacks- the transition to redefanition will not happen overnight and may be challenging

Reflection- Awkward

• My students lack basic technology skills because many of them lack access to computers at home
• Before SAMR can work, I need to teach students basic skills like typing, copy paste, opening tabs, etc

Reflection- Meaningful

• Because my students lack technology at home, this would be their chance to increase technological literacy
• My students must have a basic understanding of technology to have high paying jobs, although it would be a struggle to get them there, ultimately their advanced usage of technology would significantly impact their lives in a positive way