Category: Growth Mindset

I really appreciated the succinct overview of the SAMR model in class today. It is so important to have learning intentions and the goal in mind when integrating technology. This class has been great for thinking about new ways to integrate technology that move beyond mere substitution. It is important to use technology in its full potential to create new tasks that have been impossible before. I really appreciate the idea of having multiple classes across the world create networks and check in/video conference one or two times a month. International collaboration has the potential to open students up to diversity of culture and thought which is essential in an increasingly globalized world. I think it can also be really fun for students to witness others around the world to gain new perspectives through dialogue and project based learning together. Utilizing the SAMR model to help students with learning exceptionalities allows them to thrive as well, speech to text and digital community sharing allows students to express themselves to their classmates especially through sharing projects together in digital spaces. It was heartening to see a reflective approach to technology that does not simply use technology just because it is there but sets out learning outcomes and intentions before integrating. The approach of this model is increasingly beneficial as our world and youth become more integrated with technology by the day.