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"an" EXPERIENCE

  John Dewey's pedagogical theory is rooted in quality experience and education. From According to Dewey’s perspective, there was a difference in ordinary experience and “am” experience. The difference between the two lies in the quality and depth of engagement. Ordinary experience refers to the day-to-day routine we experience that might not involve much reflection or active engagement; or unintentional. Unexamined events that happen without much thought or learning. "An" experience , on the other hand, is a more intentional and reflective encounter. This involves active engagement with the environment, problems or challenges that require thought and reflection that will lead to a deeper understanding or learning for learners. Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing platform that allows individuals and organizations to host and attend virtual meetings, webinars, video chats, and online collaborations. Zoom has emerging technological components that creates an educati...

SAMR Model

The SAMR Model "SAMR" (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition) is a framework that categorizes four levels of classroom technology integration. This model was designed to provide a cross disciplinary connection with teachers personalize learning and assist students in visualizing complex concepts. The SAMR Model is particularly effective in remote and blended learning environments, where integrated classroom technology enhances the teaching and learning experience for both educators and students. the article from  Edutopia  supports the power SAMR model integration. 

The Triple E Framework

The Triple E Framework was created in 2011 by Professor Liz Kolb, a Clinical Psychologist at the University of Michigan's School of Education. During her doctoral research on learning with technology, she observed that teachers were using tech tools to engage and entertain students, rather than focusing on learning objectives.  In this  article  from Outreach and Technical Assistance Network, it describes how the Triple E framework can that can help educators evaluate technology tool that meet their learning objective with a simple rubric of nine questions.