Today was our first class back since before reading break! We spent the first part of our class reviewing things we have learnt already, since we are already half way done the course. For the rest of our class time we talked about technology integration and the SAMR model and TPACK framework. I fount this class very helpful because I had never heard of either the SAMR model or the TPACK framework before.
The SAMR Model
The SAMR model is a framework that was created by Dr. Ruben Puentedura. This model categorizes the four degrees of technology integration in the classroom. The letters in SAMR stand for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. I found the Power School website explained each of the four degrees of technology integration very well. I even used an image of their diagram below! This model is a very simple and effective way to think about how we incorporate technology into our lessons on a daily basis.
The TPACK Framework
TPACK stands for “The Integration of Technological, Pedological, and Content Knowledge.” This framework identifies three types of knowledge that teachers need to combine to create lessons with successful technology integration. The centre of this diagram represents a complete understanding of how to teach using integrated technology. This model is very useful to me as a future teacher because it demonstrates how these three important areas of knowledge intercept with each other and can be used to create lessons with technology seamlessly incorporated.
I really enjoyed the topic discussed in class this week. I found it super interesting to think about the place that technology holds in education. It is so important for teachers to keep themselves up to date on new technology, especially because it can be so helpful to our students!
Thanks for reading!
jessicaliebe
Hi Hailey! Your descriptions of the SAMR and TPACK models are great summaries of the main points of each, and provide a good overview of what we learned in class. I like how you included how each model would be useful for you as a teacher. Thanks for sharing!
rachelroses
Hi Hailey, I like that you went into a little more depth in your research that I did about SAMR and TPACK and included a link. The models you included were very helpful as well!