Integrating Technology & Media Into Instruction: The ASSURE Model Jessica Jenkins

Introduction The ASSURE model uses a step-by-step process to create lessons that integrate technology & improve student learning. These lessons align with the National Education Technology Standards for teachers and students as well as curriculum standards.

The ASSURE Model Intended to assure effective instruction Well designed lessons do a number of things: Arouse student interest Move to present new material Involve student in practice Assess understanding Provide follow-up activities

Analyze Learners Learner analysis examines three parts: characteristics, specific entry competencies, & learning styles The analysis information is used to plan lessons tailored to meet the needs of the students

Analyze Learners Cont.. General Characteristics Characteristics that may influence student learning can range from gender & ethnicity to attitudes & interests When planning group work consider gender differences that may impact student attention When students represent multiple ethnic groups select materials that give high priority to cultural identity and values

Analyze Learners Cont.. Specific Entry Competencies Students’ prior knowledge of a subject influences how they learn more than does a psychological trait Identify specific entry competencies of students Informally- questioning Formally- reviewing test results or assessments Entry tests- assessments that determine whether students process the necessary prerequisites (competencies) to benefit from instruction

Analyze Learners Cont.. Learning Styles Psychological traits that determine how an individual perceives, interacts with, and responds emotionally to learning environments such as: multiple intelligences, perceptual habits, motivation, and physiological factors

State Standards & Objectives Learning objectives are derived from curriculum and technology standards (descriptions of expected student performance outcomes) Learning objectives is a statement of what each learner will achieve, not how the lesson will be taught.

State Standards & Objectives Importance of Standards & Objectives Basis for Strategies, Technology, and Media Selections Basis for Assessment Basis for Student Learning Expectations

State Standards & Objectives The ABCD’s of Well-Stated Learning Objectives Audience- clearly identify the targeted learners Behavior- verb describing the new capability that learners will have after instruction (define, categorize, demonstrate) Conditions- conditions under which the performance is to be assessed (materials or tools the students can/cant use) Degree- how will you assess the students performance

Select Strategies, Technology, Media, & Materials Jordan Rhoads

Selecting Strategies Teacher strategies involve you teaching activities. Show a video Read a story Use interactive whiteboard Student-centered strategies engage students in active learning. Discuss a topic Search the internet Listen to podcasts Take pictures of a process

Selecting Strategies cont. When selecting strategies to by make sure that they will result in student achievement of the standards and objectives. Keep the students learning styles and their diverse needs in mind.

Selecting Technology & Media When selecting technology and media for your classroom consider the available resources, the diversity of your learners, and the specific learning objectives to be learned. Selection Rubrics provide a procedure for judging the qualities of specific technology and media.

Selecting Technology and Media cont. Each rubric contains consistent selection material and criteria for the designated technology or media. Selection Rubric Criteria: Alignment with standards, outcomes, and objectives Accurate and current information Age-appropriate language Interest level and engagement Technical quality Ease of use (for student or teacher) Bias free User guide and directions

Selecting, Modifying, or Designing Materials Three different options: Selecting available materials – involve the technology/media specialist, joining other teachers, and survey media resource guides Modifying existing materials – scan PDF files and modify with software Designing new materials – design own lesson materials by hand printing or using a computer

Utilize Technology, Media and Materials Jenae Perkins

5 “P” Process The five P’s are to help in planning your role for using technology. Preview Prepare materials Prepare environment Prepare learners Provide learning experience

Preview Goal: Select the best portions of materials to utilize so they directly align with your lesson Example: instead of using an entire dvd use the necessary parts

Prepare Technology Goal: Have the technology materials prepared Know the sequence of the presentation and activities

Prepare the Environment Goal: Arrange the space for effective use of technology so all can hear and see properly. Example: Dark room for videos, access to power sources

Prepare the Learners Introduce the overview of the lesson Motivate students to be involved Tell how it relates to real world Introduce unfamiliar vocabulary

Provide the Learning Experience Delivery – stand, maintain eye contact, move while you speak, don’t block view of board Voice – use natural conversational voice, speak clearly and loudly, pause after key points Eye contact – making eye contact with individuals for 3 seconds will help keep their attention

Require Learner Participation and Evaluate and Revise Kelly Baker

Learner Participation Technology as a productive tool Technology as a communication tool Technology as a research tool

Learner Participation Cont. Technology as a problem-solving and decision- making tool Using educational software for practice Using other media for practice

Assessing Learner Achievement Authentic Assessment Portfolio Rubric

Assessing Learner Achievement Portfolio Assessment Written Documents Audio Recordings Video Recordings Computer Multimedia Projects

Assessing Learner Achievement Traditional vs. Electronic Traditional: Physical collections Paper documents, Photos, Video and Audio Recordings Electronic: Digital work Computer –generated products, Spreadsheets, Word-processed documents

Assessing Learner Achievement Evaluation of teacher Self, Student, Peer, Administrator Revision of strategies, technology, and media Examine, Reflect, Make notes, Model

Questions Learner analysis examines 3 parts, what are they? Well designed lessons do a number of things, state two. characteristics, specific entry competencies, & learning styles Arouse student interest Move to present new material

Questions What are the two strategies to use when teaching? Name one of the things to be considered when selecting technology and media for your lesson. What are the three different options when selecting materials for your lesson? Teacher & student-centered Available resources, diversity of your learners, and specific objectives to be learned Selecting available materials, modifying existing materials, or designing new materials

Questions What is the purpose of preparing learners? What is the best way to use a DVD? Introduce the overview of the lesson Motivate students to be involved Tell how it relates to real world Introduce unfamiliar vocabulary Using the DVD in portions

Questions What are two types of authentic assessment? Portfolio and Rubrics What are some items you would put in a portfolio assessment? Written Documents, Audio Recordings, Video Recordings Name a tool technology can be used as. Research, Productive, Communicative