I co-teach 6th grade Language Arts and teach
basic classroom math and social studies.
My basic classroom is for students with Mild Cognitive Impairments. After reviewing SAMR I've realized that I've utilized
the Substitution and Augmentation levels just this month. The Modification and Redefinition levels are
where I've fallen off. Hopefully as I did deeper into these tools my creativity begins to flow. I'm fortunate to work in a district where we have technology available, there just aren't a ton of people using it. Here are some examples I could think of for SAMR. I would love any feedback you have!
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Level
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Definition
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My
Example
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Substitution
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Computer technology is used to perform the same task as was done
before the use of computers.
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Currently, in my basic classroom I have students log onto iXL to
practice math skills. This simply replaces worksheets.
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Augmentation
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Computer Technology
offers an effective tool to perform common tasks.
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My co-teacher and I use iLearn occasionally for tests. We type the test into the software and the
students log in to take it. This saves
us time grading and the students receive immediate feedback on their score.
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Modification
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This is the first step
over the line between enhancing the traditional goings-on of the classroom
and transforming the classroom. Common classroom tasks are being accomplished
through the use of computer technology.
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I would like to utilize Google Apps for Education in my co-taught
language arts classroom. During editing
and revising students can work in groups editing papers together on a live
document. This eliminates the issues
of “I can’t read this!” Also, this allows me to work with and observe
multiple groups at the same time. We
don’t have to worry about sticky notes and colored pencils.
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Redefinition
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Computer technology
allows for new tasks that were previously inconceivable.
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Students could use iPads to create videos and presentations on a
story or topic. This would allow for
creativity, group work, differentiation, and a fun was to assess student
understanding.
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I love the modification plan, I too have heard "I can't read this" and also the changes, if the author agrees could be made immediately. Too often the suggestions are made but ignored because it means "I have to write the whole thing over again?" thanks for the ideas
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome, Barbara! I'm hoping to give this idea a try at some point between now and the end of the school year. If we get to it, I will definitely let you know about the results!!
DeleteHi Amber I enjoyed reading your responses to this weeks question. I really like your idea on the modification and redefinition sections. I think students are looking for something fresh in education, a new way of learning. Editing and revising work from a live document in a group setting is a excellent idea. The idea of students creating a story with a video using their iPad would really give students a reason to want to come to class .
ReplyDeleteHi Andrea!
DeleteLast year when I was co-teaching in a seventh grade class we had students recreate scenes from the Novel we were reading in class with Legos. Once their scene was completed they took pictures of their sculptures with the iPads and labeled things. I thought the the video element I mentioned heightened the experience. Students were VERY excited to use these tools!
Good morning Amber!! I love how you presented this blog in a table format:) It was so easy to read and understand, I wish I would have thought of it!!
ReplyDeleteI think that your lessons are all great ways to implement the use of technology into the classroom. I especially liked the idea of using the i-Pads for visual presentations. I know my own children would be thrilled with this in their classrooms.
I have never used iLearn before, but I was recently introduced to "Socrative," which is a website where the teachers can create simple formative assessments for their students, and the students can also get immediate feedback. I have found that it is a great tool to use for exit questions, or simply to check if the students have learned the objective of the day.
Hi Alicia!
ReplyDeleteI love using tables to organize and simplify information. It's probably the Special Ed teacher in me!
iLearn is a program that my district offers us. We are able to create assignments, tests, and activities on there. We also use it for Professional Development.
Did you have any problems with the classification? That is, were you unsure about whether a certain change you made falls into an A or an M, etc.?
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DeleteI didn't have too much trouble. As I was working through my ideas I kept asking myself, "Is this enough?" The redefinition level was the most difficult for me, as it was the level where I had the least amount of experience. This is the level where I feel we would re-invent the wheel. Well maybe not the wheel, but a hover board or something.
Amber, I thought your reference to using Legos to create characters from novels was wonderful. That is a great example of R. The technology we have access to just expands the learning experience. It takes the students beyond learning the subject itself as well. They learn how to use the technology in a way that they may not use it at home if they have access to a smart device..
ReplyDeleteThe iXL website is a great resource for struggling students. I think it is a little more A than S, because of the data you can gather.
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