Evaluating Technology Integration Using SAMR

As we start integrating the laptops into our classrooms, we need to be aware of their impact on student learning.  We can evaluate how we are integrating technology using the SAMR model.  This model looks at 4 steps of technology integration and how this can impact learning.     The first stage is Substitution, which…

Using Twitter as an Educator

Over the last couple of years, one tool has helped me the most in my professional development as a teacher.  This tool may not be viewed as a positive tool by many, but it has shown to have great potential.  Twitter is the one professional development tool that I do not want to leave behind…