Classroom Ideas SAMR
When using technology within classroom pedagogy, the most important consideration is that the learning objective is at the core of the decision-making.
These examples will follow the SAMR Model, where at each level there comes a deeper use of technology.
For staff just starting on their digital journey you can begin with 'S' Substitution, at this level the teacher uses technology as a substitute for their current classroom practices.
Through to 'R' Redefinition, technology is used to redefine the learning activity. These activities are not possible without the use of technology.
Teachers need a better understanding of the tools as they move through the SAMR continuum. It can often take a little longer to complete a task at the Redefinition level, however, there is a deeper understanding of the learning objective and a better understanding of the technology used.
An example of the SAMR model in action, this example is of learners being asked to write a news report about World War II, the text in this example is taken from www.literacywagoll.com/reports-and-recounts.html
The Learning Objective of learners is to be able to write a news report which includes quotations. This example shows the same text used throughout with different levels of technology integration. It is important to note that in the final example, learners would need to write a script to present to the camera, learners are also able to rerecord until they are happy with the presentation. (That was my first attempt)
Not all paper-based classroom-based tasks can be replicated at each level of the SAMR model. It is important to remember that it is not always necessary to make use of technology if it does not enhance the learning experience or develop new skills.
Learning Objective
What you want learners to understand
Current Practice
What you currently do to teach this
'M' Modification
How you achieve the 'LO' with a significant change of the task
'R' Redefinition
Achieve the 'LO' with tasks previously inconcievable
Expressive Arts
Learning Objective
Understanding Colour-
Finding items that have the same colour
Current Classroom task
Finding items that have the same colour
Subsitution
Search for images that have the same colours and create a PicCollage
Augmentation
Rearrange images against set criteria, or annotate over the picture
Modification
Rearrange images against set criteria, or annotate over the picture
Redefinition
Make use of Apps to remove colours to allow focus
Learning Objective
To be able to recreate an accurate image of a person
Current Classroom task
Create an image of yourself
Subsitution
Use a drawing tool to create a self-portrait
J2e Paint
Augmentation
Use an overlay of an image to support creating a self portrait
Google Drawings
Adobe Spark Post
Modification
Make use of Drawing apps to enhance features
Redefinition
Use programmes to support creation of Avatars/Emojis
Use filters to change 'enhance' features.
Learning Objective
To be able to perform a piece of music on an instrument
Current Classroom task
Perform a piece of music on an instrument
Subsitution
N/A
Augmentation
Write music on a programme for an instrument
iPad (Garage band)
Modification
Write music for several instruments to be played simultaneously
iPad (Garage band)
Redefinition
Perform several pieces of music and merge to one video
Adobe
Humanities
Learning Objective
To be able to order events from the past in chronological order
Current Classroom task
Write events in order, or
order images of events
Subsitution
Reorder a Presentation of images through time
Google Slides
MS PowerPoint
Augmentation
Order images through time with explanations of images
Google Slides
MS PowerPoint
Modification
Order images through time add hyperlinks to additional supporting evidence/sites
Google Slides
MS PowerPoint
Redefinition
Order events with audio/video overlays, giving detail on the events/images
Adobe Spark Video
Learning Objective
To be able to use reference materials to support research
Current Classroom task
Research a topic using encyclopedias/reference books
Subsitution
Use the Internet to find information on a topics*,
Encyclopedia Britannica (HwB)
*check sources
Augmentation
Find information from numerous sources, record a list of links to websites,
Google Docs
MS Word
Modification
Annotate screenshots of information (giving reference to sites)
Google Slides
Redefinition
Create a collaborative website with peers including links to other websites with references made selection of sites
Google Sites, Adobe Spark
Learning Objective
To be able to sequence directions in the correct order
Current Classroom task
Giving directions
Navigating a map
Subsitution
Make use of a ‘Beebot’ to set directions to be followed on a map
Beebot
Augmentation
Code an online Sprite to navigate a map
J2Code
Modification
Direct a peer with directions on a real world map
Redefinition
Collaborate with peers to place ‘Pins’ on a digital map to identify a place (home) add photographs into the description
Health & Well-Being
Learning Objective
To be able to identify changes in physiology due to exercise
Current Classroom task
Record heart-rate, breating rates
Subsitution
Fill in a spread sheet with data resulting from the activity
Augmentation
Create graphs as a result of the data collected
Modification
Use shared spreadsheets to compare the results of others in the class,
Redefinition
Make use of heart-rate monitors, tracking equipment to record accurate data to be assessed
Science & Technology
Learning Objective
To be able to create graphs to represent data collected
Current Classroom task
Draw a graph to show data collected
Subsitution
Input data into a spreadsheet and create a graph
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Augmentation
Sort data sets based on name/value, add functions & formulas to manipulate data
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Modification
Collaborate with others to fill data, generate discussion in data and affecting factors
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Redefinition
Create Video content as a presentation of explanations of data/graphs, Collaborate with others nationally/globally
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Learning Objective
To be able to create a working algorithm
Current Classroom task
Creating an Algorithm
(Set of instructions)
E.g. How to make a sandwich
Subsitution
Write a set of instructions to follow one after the other on a digital document
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Augmentation
Create a set of instructions with pictures to support stages
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Modification
Within the instructions create a presentation of stages including audio
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Redefinition
Create a ‘how-to’ video with stages of progress, self paced learning video
Screencastify
Flipgrid
Google Sites
Mathematics & Numeracy
Learning Objective
To be able to represent data as a graph
Current Classroom task
Draw a graph to show data collected
Subsitution
Input data into a spreadsheet and create a graph
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Augmentation
Sort data sets based on name/value, add functions & formulas to manipulate data
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Modification
Collaborate with others to fill data, generate discussion in data and affecting factors
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Redefinition
Create Video content as a presentation of explanations of data/graphs, Collaborate with others nationally/globally
Google Sheets
J2e Data
MS Excel
Learning Objective
To be able to create shapes based on their properties
Current Classroom task
Draw shapes according to their properties
Subsitution
Recreate shapes using a drawing tool
Augmentation
Recreate shapes using supporting tools within drawing application that allow shapes to be formed
Modification
Use coding applications which allow drawings to be created following the algorithm written
Redefinition
Make use of coded 'robots' to recreate shapes following the code inputted
Languages, Literacy & Communication
Learning Objective
To be able to write a story
Current Classroom task
Writing a story in a book
Subsitution
Writing a story on:
Google Docs
MS Word
JIT5
Augmentation
Writing a story with the addition of formatting and pictures to enhance the story
Google Docs
MS Word
JIT5
Modification
Collaboration with peers in writing a story, ‘choose your own adventure’ stories
Google Slides
PowerPoint
Redefinition
Create a story as a book using Book Creator, retell the story to the reader using a Flipgrid QR code, add video and audio to stories Adobe Spark
Learning Objective
To be able to write a set of instructions
Current Classroom task
Creating an Algorithm
(Set of instructions)
E.g. How to make a sandwich
Subsitution
Write a set of instructions to follow one after the other on a digital document
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Augmentation
Create a set of instructions with pictures to support stages
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Modification
Within the instructions create a presentation of stages including audio
Google Docs/Slides
MS Word/PowerPoint
J2e
Redefinition
Create a ‘how-to’ video with stages of progress, self paced learning video
Screencastify
Flipgrid
Google Sites
Learning Objective
To be able to read for purpose
Current Classroom task
Reading
Subsitution
Read something on a digital platform
Encyclopedia Britannica
Augmentation
Reading a story with interactive content/comprehension questions
Modification
Read a story and record (paper based or digital) record the reading of the story to allow feedback from teacher/peers
Flipgrid
Adobe Spark Video
Redefinition
Make use of MS PowerPoint to ‘practice’ reading allowed/presenting and gain feedback from the ‘Presenter Coach’ Office 365 version