SAMR Model Review

Which of the following BEST describes the SAMR Model?

• To practice authentic integrations of technology in classroom practices

• To introduce technology in meaningful ways in the classroom

• To use technology to engage and challenge students in their coursework

• All of the above!

The “S” in SAMR is defined as:

• Saturation - All activities are saturated with various types of technology

  (example: students choose from an extensive list of unexplained technology for every assignment)

• Substitution - Technology is used to replace a traditional method of learning with no functional change

  (example: students are tasked with completing a digital worksheet instead of the usual paper copy)

The “A” in SAMR is defined as:

• Augmentation - Technology is used to substitute a traditional method with functional changes that improve the learning process

  (example: students are tasked with using their notes to create a poster as their review for a unit)

• Artistic - Technology is used artistically to engage the learner in the content through color and paint

  (example: students color and paint instead of doing their assigned work for a creative outlet)

The “M” in SAMR is defined as:

• Monetary - Students are tasked with relating the concepts in the unit to money or numbers so that interdisciplinary learning can take place

• Modification - There is a significant change in the assignment or task as a result of the use of technology - in a way that positively challenges and engages the students in their work

The “R” in SAMR is defined as:

• Remix - The students are able to use any type of technology to redo or remix an assignment

  (example: students can re-take an exam using a digital format instead of the paper quiz given)

• Redefinition - Students are able to create and learn at high levels, completing tasks that would not be possible without the use of new, exciting technology

  (example: computer programming, international communication and collaboration, etc.)