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SAMR, TPACK, T3, and Triple E frameworks.

Introduction -     

   These four models are all ways technology is implemented in the classroom. They help improve students learning and should be used by more teachers everywhere! These models set up frameworks to help teachers execute technology in the classroom, while keeping track of goals. 

TPACK and SAMR similarities and differences - 

   TPACK is technological pedagogical and content knowledge and this is what shows teachers how to improve their teaching with implementation of technology. There are seven components of knowledge; content, pedagogical, technology, pedagogical content, technological content, technological pedagogical, technological pedagogical content. These components are emphasized in three primary ways. Technology could be the use of a SMART board, iPads in the classroom, laptops, cell phones, and more. Pedagogy is how you teach. Every teacher has a certain way they like to teach or how they think information is best retained and that is their pedagogy.  SAMR is similar in that it, too, uses technology to achieve a goal. SAMR is also a way to put technology in the classroom in hopes to improve learning. It stands for substitution, augmentation, modification, redefinition. Substitution is putting a technological system into education that could be done equally as well without technology. An example is Microsoft Word. This model still uses technology but through a program, not a specific device or operating system.

T3 and Triple E similarities and differences - 

   Shifting a little from technology, the T3 Framework helps teachers categorize students’ learning. The three t’s are translational, transformational, or transcendent, sorting through the low-impact applications to reach high-impact usage of technologies. The T3 Framework is an intense breakthrough in our understanding and use of technology for learning. It invites usual practices in educational technology by making sure students are understanding the technology being used. The Triple E is similar in this way. It is a practical framework that measures the degree to which the technology in a lesson is helping students meet the learning goals. Unlike other technology frameworks, the Triple E Framework focus is on the learning goals, and not specific technology tools. For example, students could be paired up while working on a piece of software (co-use), or students could participate in reflective thinking practices such as making predictions while they are using the technology tools, so they can reflect upon their learning.

Brief wrap up -

   Although each of these models help utilize technology in the classroom, they are not the same. T3 and Triple E focus on more the understanding side of technology. While SAMR and TPACK use the actual application of technology in the classroom. Each model is designed to perform a specific purpose and as an educator is it your job to find out which one works best for you. 

What works best for me -

   SAMR is a model that is most practical in a math classroom. The SAMR model is a useful tool for helping teachers think about their own tech use as they begin to make small shifts in the design and implementation of technology driven learning experiences to achieve the next level. Math is all based on a understanding and building on concepts. Some students might need concepts redefined to understand them fully. Although there is a place for technology in a math classroom, it may not be applicable in all situations. SAMR allows teachers to use programs to implement technology into their classrooms and have control over it. This can give exploration to your lesson plan and help students get a new understanding to algebra through the use of technology. 

Cite - 

Magana, S. (n.d.). Disruptive Classroom Technologies · Magana Education.   Retrieved from https://maganaeducation.com/disruptive-classroom-technologies/

Mkoehler. (2017, June 09). TPACK Explained. Retrieved from http://matt-            koehler.com/tpack2/tpack-explained/