The Triple E Framework The Triple E Framework is a research based framework developed by Professor Liz Kolb at the University of Michigan. It focuses on Three E's: Engagement, Enhancement and Extension. Engagement focuses on authentic, active engagement and making sure that technology doesn't distract from that engagement. Another important aspect of engagement is human to human contact allowing students to contribute in meaningful dialogue and reflective thinking. Enhancement focuses on scaffolding and using technology to extend learning goals in a way that they couldn't do with traditional tools. Extension focuses on the ability of technology to aid students in connecting ideas to the real world both by engaging in real world ideas as well as contributing to or providing commentary on them. One thing that I really appreciate about this framework is how well researched it is and all of the information that can be found for it online including its own dedicated website. One big pro to this framework is the self evaluation rubrics that are included to aid educators in strengthening their lesson to include all of the various strategies outlined in the three E's. One drawback may be that it is so involved that teachers may feel intimidated by the process of implementing the three E's and may feel the need to address every part of the framework in every lesson. The other two strategies for integrating technology into lessons have a certain degree of scaffolding or graded integration that can help educators ease into the process. The three E's may also be limited in the broad language it uses to categorize each piece of the framework. The SAMR MODEL The SAMR Model shares similarities to the three E's with language such as "enhancement", but it breaks things down further into more focused and bite-sized pieces. Designed by Dr. Rubin Puentedura, the SAMR Model focuses on the idea that technology allows us to think differently and perform new tasks. This approach is open to implementation in steps or as desired to enhance lessons with technology. The model isn't as heavily researched as the Triple E framework from what I could find and does not have a dedicated website. Schoology provides some useful examples of the four parts of the model, but their is no rubric or way of monitoring the success of implementing the model in the classroom. A pro for the SAMR model is that it is designed to work in tandem with Bloom's taxonomy. The RAT Framework
Not to be mistaken with the rodent, this framework follows a similar path to the Triple E's with its three areas of integration while at the same time offering a tiered strategy of integration similar to the SAMR model. This framework is built around Replacement, Amplification and Transformation. Replacement serves the same purpose as substitution in the SAMR model. It's a way of using technology to replace a traditional medium such as paper and pencil to write down information. Amplification focuses on technology's ability to increase efficiency and productivity. Transformation follows the same path as the SAMR model's redefinition, where technology is used to open up avenues of learning not previously possible. Some pros to the RAT Framework include its ability to be integrated in stages. Unlike the SAMR model, it does not connect to pedagogical models such as Bloom's taxonomy. It is also lacking self assessment tools that are present in the Triple E framework. On the pro side, the RAT Framework is very clearly defined and easy to understand. Of the three frameworks/models, I find the Triple E framework to be the most appealing. It certainly has some strong selling points from the extensive research done in its development to the scientific process of evaluating its integration with detailed rubrics, it offers a great range of opportunities to assess its efficacy in the classroom. As an artist, it also appeals to me through the idea of human to human contact and connecting lessons to real world ideas. I am currently designing a lesson around finding information online discussing a social issue connected to a current event and students will be creating infographics and PSA style videos to share information. I am looking forward to self assessing my lesson with the Triple E rubrics to see what areas of technology integration I could improve upon. I've also been inspired through the course of my research to include additional communication resources like student comments in the assessment of the final assignment. What framework/model appeals the most to you? How could you see yourself using them in your lesson planning process or how have you already used them before to integrate technology in your lessons?
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