QR Codes

​What are QR codes?

QR codes (or quick response codes) allow the user to go directly to a specific link, picture, video, or audio when scanned by the camera of a smart device. Teachers can use QR codes in the classroom in a variety of ways. Some may use the codes to take attendance in homeroom, some make QR code scavenger hunts, while still others use QR codes to make formative assessments for their classes.

Where does this fit in the Danielson Framework?

QR codes fit most directly under Domain 1 of the Danielson Framework: planning and preparation. These codes allow the teacher to step into the technologically advanced world of a 21st century student, which would fall under aspect 1b; demonstrating knowledge of students. Teachers can demonstrate a knowledge of resources (1d) by using the technology that is available to them. QR codes can be an excellent way to organize instruction, thereby embodying aspect 1e.

How do I use QR codes in my classroom?

This year, I used QR codes to collect data. I created a Google Form for each student goal. Then I linked the Google Form to a QR code so that I could collect data as quickly and efficiently as possible. In the future, I hope to continue using QR codes to create engaging activities for my students and to organize the classroom. With QR codes, I could create virtual stickers that my students could collect as rewards for good behavior. I can also design a way to take attendance that will help minimize confusion. By using technology, something that is so central in the lives of today’s students, I can design instruction that will engage my students in learning. Please scan the QR code below to connect to an example of my data collection forms for a fake student.

​Danielson Group. “The Framework.” Danielsongroup.org, 2017, www.danielsongroup.org/framework/.