Technological Teaching Models: SAMR model

SAMR stands for the process that should be followed to improve the integration of ICT in the design of activities (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, Redefinition). It has been prepared by Rubén D. Puentedura and is justified by the need to improve the quality of teaching and guarantee a system of social promotion that guarantees equity.

It is based on a two-tier, four-tier model:

Gets better

Substitution: The technology is applied as a substitute for another pre-existing element, but no methodological change occurs. An example of this stage would be the creation of a text with a processor or a mind map with Cmaps or any other tool.

Argumentation: The technology is applied as a substitute for another existing system but functional improvements are produced. Through technology and without modifying the methodology, it is possible to enhance learning situations. Searching for information using a search engine is a clear example of this stage.

Transformation

Modification: Through technologies, a significantly better redefinition of tasks is achieved. There is a methodological change based on ICT. Through simple applications our students can create new content and present information integrating different technologies. The creation of a video in which the student summarizes a book and the comments of their classmates to the video, discussing the key points (for example on YouTube) is an example of this stage.

Redefinition: New learning environments, activities, etc. are created. that improves educational quality and that would be unthinkable without their use. Our students create audiovisual materials that collect what they have learned as a work project and that are useful outside the class.