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S.A.M.R. Lesson Idea: The Tell-Tale Heart

October 8, 2019 Mike Thomas

For this week’s blog post we are kicking off an ongoing series on the SAMR model and lesson ideas. In this series we will give you real examples of how to use the tools we have to create lessons that fall into the SAMR model. A quick recap on what the SAMR model is: SAMR is a model designed to help educators infuse technology into teaching and learning. Popularized by Dr. Ruben Puentedura, the model supports and enables teachers to design, develop, and infuse…

S.A.M.R. Defined

October 1, 2019 Mike Thomas

Do you really know what SAMR is and what it looks like in your classroom? Continue reading to find out more information about the SAMR model!

Tuesday Learning @ISTE 2019

July 23, 2019 Mike Thomas

Tuesday’s Learning @ISTE 2019 was awesome, check out this post with all of my sessions.

Authentically using Technology in the Classroom

June 3, 2019 Mike Thomas

Authentic learning, if you have read or listened to me on the SPS Digital Learning Hour Podcast, you know that this is something I am constantly saying about using technology in the classroom, but do you or I even know what it means? Edglossary.com (A website that defines Ed Reform terms) defines authentic learning like this: In education, the term authentic learning refers to a wide variety of educational and instructional techniques focused on connecting what students are taught in…

Introduction to SAMR

May 14, 2019 Mike Thomas

For this week’s podcast I have a very exciting announcement about a training opportunity in the SPS district plus we discuss the finer points of the SAMR model and how you can apply it in your classroom. (You probably already do the first two letters without even realizing it)