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From the first module of Discovering with Technology for Learning, I have become aware of many new technological tools that are being developed and some that are brand new. I also learned about how to more effectively apply the SAMR Model to my teaching, even in my resource room.
When I think of the new and emerging technology, I think of all the different ways the technology can infuse the students learning experience and how they can support students with disabilities. It is hard to believe that some of the tech that is coming out is real. I used to see it in moves and thought, "that will never happen." I am surprised now. I really think that the Oculous Rift will help be a big game changer in students learning. Students will be able to experience events of history, manipulate and explore scientific environments, and experience stories through the effects of the Oculous Rift. I also think this is a great tool for people that are physically disabled. People that may have not been able to experience sky diving, roller coasters, deep sea diving, may be able to experience some of the affects of it now. Another new tech that I really enjoyed learning about was the Makey Makey, I could see that being used in many STEM classrooms and a great tool for students to creatively get involved with their assignments.
The SAMR Model is a very influential model to use when creating higher order thinking and engaging lessons for students. I thought it would take more time and be a lot harder to make the activities in my lessons at the higher level of modification and redefinition. I also thought that it would take too much time for my students to complete the assignment in my resource room. I think that the redefining the activities my students do to fill in the gaps of the learning my actually help them understand the content better.
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