SAMR Refresh!
Transforming lessons from "blah" to "ta-da!"
What is the SAMR model?
Guiding Questions for Applying SAMR in your lessons:
What learning task will students complete?
Is the task teacher-centered or student-centered?
Can a tech tool enhance or transform the learning task?
Am I comfortable with the tech skills needed to teach my students?
SAMR...Traditional
SAMR...the pool metaphor
Tool set, skill set or mind set?
SAMR...the coffee metaphor
Which of the 4 SAMR images below resonates with YOU?
Review each image and click HERE to write your answer.
Something to ponder...
Basic Example of "S", "A" and "M"
How to "Redefine" the Task
Read on your own by clicking here.
SAMR Lesson Ideas for Secondary Teachers! 2 Great Resources...
SAMR Activities
Activity 1:
This activity will prompt you with several classroom scenarios.
Work alone or collaborate with a partner to view additional examples of SAMR lesson and Transform Lessons Through the SAMR Model. (You will be asked if you want to make a copy when opening the document. Please answer YES.)
CHOOSE 1 or 2 to work on.
Activity 2:
Working with a partner or department, how can you modify your current lesson plan format to accommodate the levels of the SAMR model?
SAMR Smackdown
What concerns do you have, if any?
What are resources you need to accomplish this transformation?
If the lesson is not successful, don't give up! Reflect on it...