Looking In the Mirror of My Technology Integration
Image Source The Power of SAMR SAMR is a model that has four tiers of online learning. These tiers include substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition. Level one and two are known as as enhancement levels because, they vastly improve the quality of students' learning experiences. Level three and four are known as transformation levels because, they require students to think in meaningful ways that go beyond simple knowledge acquisition. In other words, students are learning in a way that transforms what they ever knew about traditional teaching methods. The SAMR provides a wide range for educators since it ranges from the replacement of traditional tools to changing the way students have viewed technology before. By the end of the spectrum, students are able to experience opportunities that were impossible without the power of technology. Image Source Substitution The first level is substitution. This is where educators step away from traditional pencil and p...