Digital FrameWorks

SAMR

The SAMR Model is a framework created by Dr. Ruben Puentedura that categorizes four different degrees of classroom technology integration. The letters “SAMR” stand for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition.

SAMR Edutopia Article

TPACK

TPACK is a technology integration framework that identifies three types of knowledge that instructors need to combine for successful edtech integration—technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge (a.k.a. TPACK). While TPACK is often compared with the SAMR Model, they are very different in scope.

TPACK Website

Triple E Framework

The framework is based on three components: Engagement in learning goals, Enhancement of learning goals, and Extension of learning goals. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they are distinct and different. The Triple E Framework defines each component and shares what makes each piece unique.

Triple E Framework Website

Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework developed by CAST, an Understood founding partner. UDL guides the design of learning experiences to proactively meet the needs of all learners. When you use UDL, you assume that barriers to learning are in the design of the environment, not in the student. UDL is based on brain science and evidence-based educational practices. It also leverages the power of digital technology.

UDL Teachers Guide

UDL 101

Accessibility Tools

Accessibility tools and strategies generally fall under the broader category of assistive technology (AT). AT is technology that can help someone work around personal challenges. The technology “assists” them in some way.

Look for this icon for digital tools that can help with accessibility. Examples include the voice to text feature in all Google products, or adding alternative text to images that you upload into Canvas or on a school website.

For more information on accessibility tools reach out to Heather Gibbons the Special ED TOSA in charge of assistive technology or Nichole Carter.

Information Design / Graphic Design

Information design is the practice of presenting information in a way that fosters an efficient and effective understanding of the information. The term has come to be used for a specific area of graphic design related to displaying information effectively, rather than just attractively or for artistic expression.

You can use tools to help make info design easier:

Adobe Creative Cloud Express
Canva
Smore
Google Slide Templates (Slide Carnival, SlidesGo, Slidesmania)

**In the TikTok to the right you will notice when the TikToker pans to the side she is holding up her computer that is on the Canva home page.

Personalized Learning and Student Voice

Personalized learning provides student-centered learning opportunities that are scaffolded, student-paced, adaptive, engaging, and flexible so that all students meet rigorous academic standards and effectively communicate, collaborate, create, and think critically as global citizens in preparation for college and career. Through personalized learning, students have agency, choice, and voice in their learning pathway.

Explore resources below that support personalized learning design and implementation and access research that informs:

Best instructional practices for technology integration
Strategies for learning environment design