Discussion 3- Technology Integrated Matrix
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Explain the Technology Integrated Matrix (TIM). Write your
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The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a framework designed to evaluate the integration of technology in educational settings. It consists of five interdependent characteristics: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed. Each characteristic has five developmental levels, ranging from entry to transformation.In my classroom, I implemented a technology-enabled experience focused on collaborative learning. Students used online collaborative tools like Google Docs to collectively create a research project. This activity aligns with the Collaborative and Active dimensions of the TIM.
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A Collaborative Learning Experience. Journal of Educational Technology, 10(2), 123-135
Your application of the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) in your classroom, emphasizing collaborative learning through tools like Google Docs, is commendable. This technology-enabled experience seamlessly aligns with TIM's Collaborative and Active dimensions. The use of online collaborative tools not only fosters collective engagement but also supports the active involvement of students in creating a research project. Your practical implementation reflects a thoughtful integration of technology, showcasing its potential to enhance collaborative and active learning environments in educational settings. Well done in aligning your classroom practices with the principles of the TIM framework.
Delete@ Terratech Insights-Your implementation of a technology-enabled collaborative learning experience aligns well with the TIM framework, specifically emphasizing the collaborative and constructive characteristics. The use of platforms like Google Workspace enhances student engagement and shared responsibility in the learning process, reflecting a level 4 collaboration on the TIM. Additionally, integrating authentic tasks demonstrates a commitment to real-world application, aligning with the TIM's emphasis on authenticity. Overall, your thoughtful approach reflects a meaningful integration of technology to enhance the educational experience.
ReplyDeleteThe Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a comprehensive framework developed by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology, designed to assess and guide the integration of technology in educational settings. It identifies five levels of technology integration: Entry, Adoption, Adaptation, Infusion, and Transformation. These levels are applied across five characteristics of meaningful learning environments: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed (Florida Center for Instructional Technology, n.d.).
ReplyDeleteIn a past teaching experience, I implemented a technology-enabled project that aligns with the TIM. The project focused on enhancing students' language skills through podcast creation. Students collaborated to research topics, write scripts, and record podcasts using digital tools. This project addressed various aspects of the TIM:
1. Active Learning: Students actively engaged with technology by planning, recording, and editing podcasts. The project encouraged hands-on participation and creativity.
2. Collaborative Learning: The podcast creation process fostered collaboration as students worked in teams, sharing responsibilities and leveraging each other's strengths.
3. Constructive Learning: Through scriptwriting and podcast production, students constructed knowledge and communicated ideas effectively, linking theoretical knowledge to practical application.
4. Authentic Learning: Podcast creation provided an authentic platform for students to express themselves, connect with real-world audiences, and enhance communication skills in a relevant context.
5. Goal-Directed Learning: The project had clear learning objectives related to language skills, digital literacy, and effective communication. Students worked toward achieving these objectives through the podcast creation process.
Considering these aspects, the technology-enabled experience aligns with the "Infusion" level of the TIM, wherein technology is intentionally used to enhance learning and becomes an integral part of the curriculum (Florida Center for Instructional Technology, n.d.).
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Florida Center for Instructional Technology. (n.d.). Technology Integration Matrix. Retrieved from http://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/
Your thoughtful incorporation of the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) in your classroom is praiseworthy. The focus on collaborative learning through platforms such as Google Workspace harmonizes well with the collaborative and constructive elements of the TIM. Your acknowledgment of collaboration fostering shared responsibility aligns with TIM's principles. Additionally, assessing your technology-enabled experience in terms of TIM characteristics and levels, especially reaching level 4 in collaboration and authenticity, demonstrates a comprehensive approach. The extensive structure of the TIM significantly assists educators in evaluating and enhancing technology integration, guaranteeing a transformative influence on teaching and learning.
ReplyDeleteThe Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a framework designed to evaluate and guide the integration of technology in educational settings. Developed by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology, the TIM consists of five interdependent characteristics: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed. These characteristics are represented on two axes: the horizontal axis signifies the levels of technology integration (entry, adoption, adaptation, infusion, and transformation), while the vertical axis denotes the aforementioned characteristics.TIM can be use to enhance a literature unit. For instance, during the study of a novel, students can engage in collaborative online discussions using a shared platform. This activity aligned with the collaborative and constructive characteristics of the TIM, promoting active participation and meaningful discourse among students. By incorporating technology, I am aimed to move beyond a simple adoption level to an infusion level, where technology became an integral part of the learning experience.Considering the TIM, I will be focused on fostering authentic connections between the content and students' lives. For instance, I can integrate multimedia elements, such as video clips and audio excerpts related to the novel's themes, contributing to an authentic learning experience. Additionally, I can incorporate online tools for students to create multimedia presentations, allowing them to demonstrate their understanding in a goal-directed manner.In future plans, I intend to explore virtual reality experiences to transform how students engage with historical settings or scientific concepts. This aligns with the transformative level of technology integration in the TIM, aiming to reshape the learning environment fundamentally.References: Florida Center for Instructional Technology. (n.d.). Technology Integration Matrix. Retrieved from https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/
ReplyDeleteTameka Ford - Your thoughtful approach to integrating the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) into a literature unit reflects a comprehensive understanding of its components. The emphasis on collaborative and constructive characteristics through online discussions aligns with active participation and meaningful discourse, moving beyond mere adoption to infusion. Your plan to foster authentic connections by integrating multimedia elements enhances the relevance of the content to students' lives. Furthermore, incorporating goal-directed activities, such as multimedia presentations, demonstrates a commitment to a well-rounded learning experience. The future exploration of virtual reality to transform the learning environment indicates a forward-looking perspective, aligning with the transformative level in the TIM. Overall, your strategy showcases a dynamic and progressive use of technology in education
DeleteTameka Ford - Great point made regarding your plan to focusing on fostering authentic connections between content and students’ lives. Generally speaking, writing a lesson introduction comes next in the planning of instruction after the lesson objectives have been established. Its primary goal is to establish relationships. Any of the following, though not exclusively, can be included in the introduction:
Delete• If appropriate, provide continuity from earlier lessons.
• Use recurring ideas and terms as a refresher and reminder.
• Give the students a brief overview of the lesson's topic, making sure to highlight and go over the lesson's language and content objectives.
• Make use of the students' prior knowledge.
In my guidance classroom teaching life skills, the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) will be strategically applied to create a comprehensive and technology-enhanced learning experience. One aspect which will be considered is the "Goal-Directed" characteristic, aligned with the "Adaptation" level of technology integration. Additionally, integrating the "Collaborative" characteristic with the "Infusion" level provides a well-rounded approach to technology integration in the life skills curriculum (FCIT, 2023).
ReplyDeleteI will use technology to help students build their life skills in a collaborative way as well as on an individual basis. Using online platforms, students emphasize the "Goal-Directed" characteristic within the "Adaptation" level of the TIM by setting personal goals, planning activities, tracking progress, and evaluating outcomes. At the same time, collaborative projects will be introduced, during which students work together to select and apply technological tools for decision-making, communication, and conflict-resolution tasks. The collaborative strategy is enabled by the "Infusion" degree of technological integration and is consistent with the "Collaborative" trait.
Goal-Directed (Characteristic): The technology-enabled experience emphasizes students using technology tools to set and pursue individual goals, fostering a goal-directed learning environment.
Adaptation (Level): I will facilitates students' exploration and independent use of technology tools for both goal-setting and progress monitoring, aligning with the adaptation level in the TIM.
Collaborative (Characteristic): The collaborative characteristic will be integrated into the learning experience, where students will use technology tools to collaborate on projects related to life skills development.
Infusion (Level): The infusion level is relevant as I provide the learning context, and students collaboratively choose the technology tools to enhance their life skills, emphasizing flexibility and student agency.
By combining these aspects of the TIM, I will ensure a holistic approach to technology integration, addressing both individual goal-setting and collaborative life skills development in the guidance classroom.
References:
Florida Center for Instructional Technology (FCIT). (2023). The Technology Integration Matrix. Retrieved from https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/matrix/#:~:text=The%20Technology%20Integration%20Matrix%20(TIM,authentic%2C%20and%20goal%2Ddirected.
TechWiAPree- Your strategic application of the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) in the guidance classroom is commendable. Integrating the "Goal-Directed" characteristic at the "Adaptation" level allows for personalized goal-setting and progress tracking. Simultaneously, incorporating the "Collaborative" trait with the "Infusion" level promotes teamwork and decision-making through technology. Your approach ensures a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience, balancing individualized skill-building with collaborative projects. By leveraging the TIM effectively, you're poised to create a technologically enriched environment fostering both independent and teamwork-based life skills development.
DeleteOn to our final topic of discussion entailed Technology technology-integrated matrix. What comes to mind when you hear this topic? Well according to Maclemale (n.d.) The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a paradigm for articulating and targeting technology's use to improve learning. The TIM contains five interconnected meaningful learning environment characteristics: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal directed. Let's look at these aspects individually.
ReplyDelete1. Active: At the Active level, technology is used as a tool to support the learning process. This might involve basic activities such as typing, searching the internet, or using educational software. The emphasis is on engagement and basic skill development. The Active feature distinguishes between classes in which students passively acquire knowledge and lessons in which students discover, process, and apply what they have learned. Active learning relies heavily on student participation.
2. Collaborative: At the Collaborative level, technology becomes a medium for communication and collaboration among students. Platforms like Google Workspace or collaborative tools such as wikis and discussion forums are employed to facilitate group work, fostering teamwork and shared learning experiences.
3. Constructive: At the Constructive level, technology is used to facilitate active student participation in creating and constructing knowledge. Students might engage in project-based learning, create digital presentations, or use simulation tools to explore complex concepts.
4. Authentic: Rather than concentrating on decontextualized tasks, students employ digital tools to connect learning activities to the world outside of the instructional setting.
Using technology to connect learning activities to the world outside of the instructional setting is an example of the Authentic attribute. This feature focuses on the amount to which technology is used to contextualize learning, make it more relevant to the learner, and tap into students' innate drive.
5. Goal Orientated: Instead of merely completing tasks without reflection, students use digital tools to define goals, plan activities, monitor progress, and assess results. The Goal-Directed trait defines how technology is utilized to create goals, schedule activities, track progress, and assess results. This trait focuses on how technology encourages, enables, or supports meaningful reflection and metacognition (Maclemale, n.d.)
The Technology Integration Matrix is a dynamic tool that recognizes the evolving nature of educational technology. It encourages educators to move beyond merely using technology as a substitute for traditional methods and, instead, to explore how it can transform and elevate the learning experience. Enjoy!!!
Reference page
Maclemale, R. (n.d.). Matrix. TIM. https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/matrix/#:~:text=The%20Technology%20Integration%20Matrix%20(TIM,authentic%2C%20and%20goal%2Ddirected.
A Tech Tok Dis - To furthur add to your discussion on the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) prompts thoughts on the multifaceted role of technology in education. The matrix encompasses five vital characteristics: Active, Collaborative, Constructive, Authentic, and Goal-Oriented. The Active level highlights technology as a supportive tool for basic skill development, emphasizing student engagement. Collaborative integration leverages platforms for communication, fostering teamwork and shared learning. Constructive usage involves students actively creating knowledge through project-based learning and digital presentations. The Authentic level connects learning to real-world contexts, enhancing relevance. Lastly, the Goal-Oriented trait underscores technology's role in goal-setting, planning, and reflective practices.
DeleteThe Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a framework designed to assess and guide the integration of technology in educational settings. Developed by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology, the TIM consists of five interdependent characteristics:
ReplyDelete• Active
• Collaborative
• Constructive
• Authentic
• Goal-directed
These characteristics are further divided into five levels of technology integration, ranging from entry (level 1) to transformation (level 5) (Ledford, 2016).
In my classroom, I've implemented a technology-enabled experience focused on collaborative learning. Students engage in a virtual collaboration platform for example the google workspace (sheets, word, slides) where they collectively work on projects, share ideas, and provide feedback. This experience aligns with the collaborative and constructive aspects of the TIM. The collaborative nature encourages students to actively participate in the learning process, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for their education (Barbour, 2014).
Considering the TIM, I would evaluate this technology-enabled experience across various characteristics and levels. In terms of collaboration, students are not merely using technology to access information individually but actively working together to create new knowledge. This aligns with the collaborative level 4 of the TIM, where students engage in interactive group activities facilitated by technology.
Moreover, the technology-enabled experience incorporates authentic tasks, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world contexts. This aligns with the authentic characteristic of the TIM. The platform used mimics professional collaboration tools, providing students with an authentic experience of working in a digital environment, which corresponds to level 4 of the TIM.
The TIM, with its comprehensive framework, provides a structured approach to evaluating and improving technology integration. It emphasizes the importance of moving beyond simple incorporation of technology to transforming teaching and learning. By utilizing the TIM, educators can assess the effectiveness of their technology-enabled experiences and make informed decisions to enhance the learning environment.
Reference:
Barbour, D. R. (2014). The technology integration matrix and student engagement: A correlational study. Northcentral University.
Ledford, D. M. (2016). Development of a professional learning framework to improve teacher practice in technology integration.
Very interesting Terra TechInsights. As an educator I emulate the TIM methods in my classroom. I like the authentic learning concept for children. Using technology to connect learning activities to the outside world of the classroom is part of the authentic characteristic. This trait focuses on how technology is applied to give learning a purposeful context, make it more relevant to the learner, and engage students' innate motivation. Examples include conducting virtual field trips, blogging for a business, and meeting with experts. Transitioning from chalk and talk to more practical real life experiences.
Deletevery important point about allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world contexts. Learning occurs in context. The idea behind "contextual learning" looks at how placing instruction in a larger context can give students a deeper understanding of the material. Students are prepared for life beyond the classroom through contextualized learning experiences, which involve exploring content across contexts and determining its relevance. Pupils begin to understand the connections between the knowledge they have acquired in the classroom and the real world, their intended career, the workplace, and other facets of life. This kind of contextualizing education facilitates a smoother transition from postsecondary education to the workforce.
DeleteThe Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) provides a framework for describing and targeting the use of technology to enhance learning. The TIM incorporates five interdependent characteristics of meaningful learning environments: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed. The TIM comprises five (5) levels. These include:
ReplyDeleteThe Entry Level: At the Entry level, typically the teacher uses technology to deliver curriculum content to students. Entry level activities may include listening to or watching content delivered through technology or working on activities designed to build fluency with basic facts or skills, such as drill-and-practice exercises.
The Adoption Level: At the Adoption level, technology tools are used in conventional ways. The teacher makes decisions about which technology tool to use and when and how to use it. Students’ exposure to individual technology tools may be limited to single types of tasks that involve a procedural understanding.
The Adaptation Level: At the Adaptation level, the teacher incorporates technology tools as an integral part of the lesson. While the teacher makes most decisions about technology use, the teacher guides the students in the independent use of technology tools. Students have a greater familiarity with the use of technology tools and have a more conceptual understanding of the tools than students at the Adoption level. They are able to work without direct procedural instruction from the teacher and begin to explore different ways of using the technology tools.
The Infusion Level: At the Infusion level, a range of different technology tools are integrated flexibly and seamlessly into teaching and learning. Technology tools are available to meet the needs of all students. Students are able to make informed decisions about when and how to use different tools. The instructional focus is on student learning and not on the technology tools themselves.
The Transformation Level: At the Transformation level, students use technology tools flexibly to achieve specific learning outcomes. The students have a conceptual understanding of the tools coupled with extensive practical knowledge about their use. Students apply that understanding and knowledge, and students may extend the use of technology tools.
Based on experience, one technology enabling experience I would have encountered is at the entry level spectrum of the TMI. This was seen in my Education Technology class, where I was able to learn new technological ideas to implement in the classroom as well as creating quizzes etc using certain platforms that I wouldn’t have known about. This really enhances my knowledge for the way forward.
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Florida Center for Instructional Technology (FCIT). (2023). The Technology Integration Matrix.
https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/matrix/#:~:text=The%20Technology%20Integration%20Matrix%20(TIM,authentic%2C%20and%20goal%2Ddirected.
A structure for characterizing and focusing on the use of technology to improve learning is offered by the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM). There are additional videos from the Matrix that are organized by grade level or subject. Background information about the TIM's development is provided in this section. It was created to provide direction for the difficult process of assessing the use of technology in the classroom. As an educator, working with teachers, school administrators, coaches, researchers, evaluators, and facilitators of professional development, it offers a shared language for pedagogically sound technology integration. Research on teacher practice and constructivist learning theory serve as the foundation for the TIM's theoretical framework.
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2. Collaborative
3. Constructive
4. Authentic
5. Goal-Directed
As a future high school teacher, I plan to integrate technology into my classroom by teaching students how to create spreadsheets, slide show presentations, and share papers so they can get immediate feedback on their work. I will accomplish this by introducing Microsoft Office and Google Drive. These Google and Microsoft features are used by many professions to manage information and facilitate collaboration amongst coworkers and clients will which also be beneficial to the students as they will get to work together. They will be better prepared students for both college and the workplace (Drexel university, 2023).
In order for educators, administrators, parents, and students to identify a student's areas of strength and growth, communication is a critical component of education. Online grading platforms like PowerSchool let teachers record grades, track student attendance trends, and handle transcript data through open and convenient channels of communication. TMI is important because it helps to keep students engaged as it is interactive, those with different learning styles and prepares students with life skills.
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Tech-Orri
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University, 2023 Drexel. Schoole of Education. Philadelpha, 1 December 2023. document. 1 December 2023.
How to Integrate Technology in the Classroom | Drexel University
TIM – Technology Integration Matrix (usf.edu)
Tech Orri, I love the collaborative framework from the TIM.Instead of working alone all the time, students collaborate with others by using technology tools. The degree to which technology is used to help, enable, or improve students' opportunities to collaborate with peers and outside experts is referred to as the Collaborative characteristic. This feature takes into account the use of both traditional collaborative technology tools and other types of technology tools that support students in group projects. Collaborative learning is made possible by G-Suite applications, blogs, ePortfolios, and Schoology discussion boards. Transitioning from individual to collaborative technology use is the aim. Educators should capitalize on the TIM framework in the teaching and learning environment.
DeleteYour insight into integrating the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) into your future high school classroom is impressive! The way you plan to introduce Microsoft Office and Google Drive to teach students practical skills like creating spreadsheets, presentations, and facilitating collaborative work is commendable. Your focus on preparing students for real-world applications by leveraging widely used tools in professional settings is a strategic approach. Additionally, your recognition of online grading platforms like PowerSchool as essential for communication and student engagement shows a comprehensive understanding of utilizing technology to foster learning. Your dedication to equipping students with life skills through interactive and varied learning methods is truly noteworthy.
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ReplyDeleteThe Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) is a valuable framework that delineates the use of technology to enhance learning by encompassing five key characteristics of meaningful learning environments: being active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed, which are interconnected with five levels of technology integration: entry, adoption, adaptation, infusion, and transformation (Technology Integration Matrix, n.d.; Technology Integration Matrix, n.d.).
ReplyDelete1. Active Learning: Students actively engaged with technology by planning, recording, and editing podcasts. The project encouraged hands-on participation and creativity.
2. Collaborative Learning: The podcast creation process fostered collaboration as students worked in teams, sharing responsibilities and leveraging each other's strengths.
3. Constructive Learning: Through scriptwriting and podcast production, students constructed knowledge and communicated ideas effectively, linking theoretical knowledge to practical application.
4. Authentic Learning: Podcast creation provided an authentic platform for students to express themselves, connect with real-world audiences, and enhance communication skills in a relevant context.
5. Goal-Directed Learning: The project had clear learning objectives related to language skills, digital literacy, and effective communication. Students worked toward achieving these objectives through the podcast creation process.
Consider, for instance, the utilization of virtual reality (VR) in the classroom to explore historical sites. Through VR headsets, students actively engage in a simulated tour, collaboratively discuss and analyze elements, constructively connect the experience with prior knowledge, authentically immerse themselves in the environment, and work toward understanding the historical context (Technology Integration Matrix, n.d.).
Another example is the implementation of online collaborative tools like Google Docs for group projects. Here, students actively collaborate, constructively build upon each other's ideas, authentically simulate real-world teamwork, and work toward a shared project goal (Technology Integration Matrix, n.d.). When planning such experiences, it is crucial to ascertain the level of technology integration and its alignment with the five characteristics of meaningful learning environments. For instance, VR exploration might represent a transformative integration, fundamentally altering history education, while Google Docs usage could fall under an infusion level, integrating technology into routine activities (Technology Integration Matrix, n.d.).
By utilizing technology-enabled experiences with the TIM, educators can ensure a deeper impact on meaningful learning environments, thus enhancing student learning outcomes.
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Technology Integration Matrix. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/
MyS3Tech Blog. (n.d.). Enhance student learning with the Technology Integration Matrix. Retrieved from https://www.mys3tech.com/blog/enhance-student-learning-with-the-technology-integration-matrix
Your post is very much appreciated. I love TIM framework especially the section that caters for children as active learners. Active learning occurs when students apply the knowledge they have learned from the instructors. Pupils take notes, write reflections, and confer with one another about what they have learned. In this kind of learning environment, some effective pedagogies include interactive teaching, group projects, and case studies. Transitioning from a passive to an active use of technology is the aim.
DeleteA framework for describing and focusing on the use of technology to improve learning is called the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM). It integrates the five interconnected elements of context-rich learning; proactive, cooperative, positive, genuine, and goal-oriented. The TIM was first developed at the Florida Center for Instructional Technology (FCIT) from 2003 to 2005, and updated in 2011 (Welsh, Harmes, & Winkelman, 2011). It posits a framework for characterizing and focusing on the application of technology to improve learning. It is intended to give teachers examples of how to incorporate technology into the curriculum and to support schools in assessing the degree of technology integration in classrooms. The framework uses a matrix that synchronizes technology integration with varying degrees of classroom practice. The matrix frequently includes dimensions. For instance, one dimension might outline the stages of technology integration, while another might describe the features of classroom activities. The purpose of the matrix is to help teachers reflect on and self-assess their current methods, as well as pinpoint areas where they can improve in terms of successfully incorporating technology into their lesson plans. I have used technology-based teaching in my class which involved TIM. I can recall one of my Language Arts classes, I assigned a fiction book for students to read and report on using Google Docs to create a multimedia presentation that summarizes the chapter and highlights its main themes. The students were placed in groups for peer support and encouraged to use images, videos, and audio to enhance their presentations. They did an excellent job with the organization and presentation. My lesson plan demonstrated how TIM could be used to infuse technology into a classroom setting to enhance student learning and engagement. By using digital tools to create multimedia presentations, students can demonstrate their reading and comprehension skills creatively and engagingly. TIM is very useful for the teaching and learning process in the classroom. There are a variety of resources, such as presentations, videos, and assessment tools, available on the TIM website to assist educators in enhancing the use of technology in the classroom.. The TIM framework can be found here http://mytechmatrix.org/.
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Harmes, J. C., Welsh, J. L., & Winkelman, R. J. (2011). A framework for defining and evaluating technology integration in the instruction of real-world skills. In Leadership and Personnel Management: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications (pp. 481-506). IGI Global.
Thanks for sharing your implementation of how you integrated technology-enabled in your Language Arts classes. I plan to also incorporate TMI in my future business classes where I will introduce softwares such as canva, wix and google docs. These apps will be used in my classes to prepare business documents and allow students to work together. The integration of technology facilitates the delivery of differentiated instruction, which caters to each student's specific needs while maintaining a more inclusive learning environment. An essential component of any lesson plan is active engagement. Technology engages students because it is interactive, regardless of whether they are working individually or in groups.
DeleteYour application of the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) in your Language Arts class is impressive! The use of Google Docs for multimedia presentations, alongside group work to promote peer support and multimedia utilization, truly exemplifies a well-crafted lesson plan. Your initiative in leveraging TIM to enhance comprehension skills through technology is evident and commendable. It's clear that your thoughtful approach effectively merged technology and learning. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring example of innovative teaching with us!
DeleteYour post has motivated me to go back over the TIM and think even more about how I could use technology in my own class. The matrix provides a flexible framework that may be adjusted to suit various academic fields and pedagogical viewpoints, encouraging an active and student-focused learning environment. I appreciate you sharing your expertise about the Technology Integration Matrix with me. I'm interested in hearing more suggestions and viewpoints on how we can all collaborate to use technology to enhance education.
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ReplyDelete"The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) provides a framework for describing and targeting the use of technology to enhance learning. The TIM incorporates five interdependent characteristics of meaningful learning environments: active, collaborative, constructive, authentic, and goal-directed. These characteristics are associated with five levels of technology integration: entry, adoption, adaptation, infusion, and transformation." (Hedberg Library, 2021)
ReplyDeleteActive learning is when the students are actively engaged and they apply the knowledge they are taught by the teachers. Pupils take notes, make reflections, and collaborate with one another to discuss what they have learned.
The Collaborative characteristic describes the degree to which technology is used to facilitate, enable, or enhance students’ opportunities to work with peers and outside experts.
The Constructive characteristic describes learner-centered instruction that allows students to use technology tools to connect new information to their prior knowledge.
The Authentic characteristic involves using technology to link learning activities to the world beyond the instructional setting.
The Goal-Directed characteristic describes how technology is used to set goals, plan activities, monitor progress, and evaluate results.
References
Hedberg Library (2021, May 3), Technology Integration Matrix, https://carthage.libguides.com/TIMToolkit#:~:text=The%20TIM%20incorporates%20five%20interdependent,adaptation%2C%20infusion%2C%20and%20transformation.