The SAMR model is used in the classroom to assess the effectiveness of multi-media learning and technology in the classroom. The SAMR model involves four key components: substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition. The model can be described as a ladder including a dotted line in the middle. The dotted line represents the threshold where substitution and augmentation are below the line and modification and redefinition are above the line. The threshold represents where multimedia learning is used for enhancement in the classroom to transforming learning in the classroom.
This model is very beneficial in classrooms as it allows the teacher to recall how the technology is being integrating into the classroom to facilitate in the students learning. Not only allowing the teacher to ensure the technology is useful in the classroom but supplementing their teaching strategies to enhance the students learning experience. Additionally, the SAMR model allows the educator to gradually implement technology in their classroom through the assignments they give and test whether it is appropriate for the learning objective at hand. Not to mention, educators are able to transform the use of technology year to year by referencing the SAMR and noting the success of the technology in the classroom with regards to a certain task.
Hi Emily,
I liked that you talked about how the SAMR model helps to insure technology is being used in the classroom because these days, some teachers still don’t want to incorporate technology, but we know its importance, so I liked your point of insurance!
Thanks,
Toby