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Augmentation is the second level of the SAMR model. Like Substitution, it involves using technology to replace a traditional tool—but with functional improvement.
The core task is the same.
Technology provides added features that make the task more efficient, engaging, or effective.
It's still enhancement, not transformation.
Key Characteristics
Key Characteristics
Same learning goal, but better executed with technology.
Enhances efficiency, accessibility, or usability.
The tools listed below can be utilized for augmentation, but the tool does not define the level of SAMR, it is determined by how the tool is being used for learning.
Traditional Task:
Writing an essay
Worksheet
Creating a timeline
Solving math problems on paper
Studying maps
Drawing diagrams by hand
Taking a practice quiz
Collecting information from databases
Augmentation Example:
Typing in Google Docs, with teacher/peer feedback
Completing worksheet digitally
Creating timeline digitally
Solving math problems digitally with teacher/peer feedback
Using Google Maps or interactive maps
Creating diagram digitally with teacher/peer feedback
Using Interactive/gamified quiz tools
Curating articles for research in Google Drive
Digital Tool:
Google Doc, Kami
Google Classroom, Kami
Kami, Canva, Adobe Express
Kami
Google, Chorus
Adobe Express, Kami
Kahoot, Quizziz, Blooket, etc.
Databases, Google Drive
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