The document summarizes a presentation on blending the SAMR model for technology integration with station rotations in the classroom. It begins with an overview of SAMR (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, Redefinition) and how it can simplify technology integration, encourage reflection, and boost student engagement. It then discusses station rotations, highlighting benefits like personalized instruction, varied learning experiences, and managing large class sizes. The presentation demonstrates independent, collaborative, and guided stations exploring SAMR, and encourages reflection on applications. It closes by emphasizing how SAMR and station rotations can create more meaningful learning experiences for students.
2. Benjamin Porter
Former Middle School Teacher,
Chicago and Los Angeles
Ed-Tech Consultant, Educational
Urban T
echnologies
Senior Program Manager,
School2Home
3. Today’s Agenda
01
SAMR and Stations: The
Why (5 min)
02
Examining the Research:
Blended Revolution Case
Studies (10 min)
03
Station Rotations 3x 10
min (Independent,
Collaborative, and Guided)
04 Reflection (5 min)
05 Closing Thoughts (2 min)
06
Feedback and Contact
Exchange (2 min)
5. SAMR and Stations: The Why
SAMR
Substitution: T
echnology acts as a direct tool substitute with no functional change.
Example: Students use Microsoft Word to type an essay instead of handwriting it.
Augmentation: T
echnology acts as a direct tool substitute with functional improvements.
Example: Students use Google Docs with grammar and spell-check features to write an essay.
Modification: T
echnology allows for significant task redesign.
Example: Students create an interactive digital story, allowing readers to choose their own path
through the story.
Redefinition: T
echnology allows for the creation of new tasks, previously inconceivable.
Example: Students create an interactive digital story, allowing readers to choose their own path
through the story. They then share the stories with online peers, allowing them to playtest the
interactive stories.
*Alternatives to the SAMR Framework
6. SAMR and Stations: The Why
SAMR
Benefits
Simplifies tech integration: SAMR provides a clear and straightforward framework for
teachers to assess and enhance their technology use in the classroom without having to
completely change their lesson planning.
Encourages reflection: The model encourages educators to reflect on their current
practices and consider ways to integrate technology more meaningfully and creatively.
Boosts student engagement: By moving up the SAMR ladder, teachers can create more
engaging and dynamic learning experiences, encouraging students to take ownership of
their learning.
7. SAMR and Stations: The Why
Station Rotations
● The Station Rotation model circulates students through a variety of learning
stations.
● Small group divisions allow teachers to offer more personalized instruction
and direct feedback.
● The model boosts student engagement by delivering a mix of learning
experiences.
● Station Rotations are an effective strategy for managing large class sizes.
● By breaking up learning into shorter, varied sessions, it caters to the modern
student's attention span.
9. Examining the Research:
Blended Revolution Case Studies
The "Blended Revolution" report by the Christensen Institute delves deep
into blended learning / station rotations. It presents case studies highlighting
effective implementation, challenges, and successes, providing key insights
for educators aiming to maximize technology use in the classroom.
Activity: Select one of the cases from the study. Read through the text and
examine closely the “Blended Learning Model Changes Over Time”
infographics. After reading, respond, reflect and discuss using the guiding
questions on this Padlet.
Extension: Use generative AI in Padlet to respond in a visual image
11. Station Rotations
Directions and Overview
Please follow the following order as you rotate through the three stations.
Group 1
● 1. Independent 2. Collaboration 3. Guided
Group 2
● 1. Collaboration 2. Guided 3. Independent
Group 3
● 1. Guided 2. Independent 3. Collaboration
12. Independent Station
Select and complete one or more of the activities below
Emerging Activity Options
● Watch the following video and take notes on key takeaways: How to Apply the
SAMR Model with Ruben Puentedura
● Read the following Substack article to understand the basics of SAMR
Expanding Activity Options
● Visit Jaclyn B. Stevens website and examine the resources on “SAMR as a
swimming pool”, a less hierarchical approach to the SAMR model.
● Explore the SAMR Based Resources - Add your own applications and
resources to the table
13. Collaboration Station
Select and complete one or more of the activities below with a partner or group
Emerging Activity Options
● Using this Quizizz, compete and practice understanding SAMR
● Application Trade - Take turns sharing and demonstrating tech applications you
use in your practice and where those applications and activities fall on the
SAMR scale. Share the groups suggestions on this table.
Expanding Activity Options
● Using this example as a guide, work with a partner or group and complete
either this SAMR Math or SAMR ELA graphic organizers.
14. Guided Station
Direct Instruction
SAMR and Bloom’s Taxonomy
● There is direct alignment between both hierarchies
● Let’s take a closer look at this pedagogy wheel: The Padagogy Wheel
Alternatives for Presenting Stations
● TeacherStack - Great all-in-one resource
● Station Menus - Menu presentation of stations and station options
● Google Classroom
● Task Cards from DitchThatTextbook
16. Closing thoughts…
● SAMR can help create more meaningful learning
experiences for students, thus driving student
engagement.
● Station rotations directly address the issue of large class
sizes, student attention span, and classroom
management.
● By embedding choice and using the SAMR framework, we
can make our stations even more engaging and student
centered.
17. Contact Exchange
Please make sure if you met with someone today you’d like to
stay in contact with to exchange information! Below is my
contact, feel free to reach out about anything we covered
today. Please complete the LITE feedback form on Sched!
Reach out for any questions or professional development
needs at your school site.
Benjamin@edurbantech.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bdporter7/
https://benjaminporter.substack.com/
Thank you!
