Instructional Playbook

SAMR

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The SAMR Model “supports and enables teachers to design, develop, and infuse digital learning experiences so they result in higher levels of achievement for students.” (Schrock, 2024). The SAMR Model classifies digital learning experiences into four levels: Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. The four levels are not necessarily intended to be viewed as a bad-to-good continuum; each level has its place in the classroom. However, the depth of engagement, knowledge (DOK), innovation, and student achievement increases with each step.

Use the SAMR model as a guide when designing the use of technology in a lesson Work with your instructional coach to incorporate technology effectively (e.g. coaching cycles, video analysis, and reflection) Use the SAMR model to scaffold and differentiate instruction to meet student needs Use the SAMR model to develop tasks and assessments for a greater range of cognitive demand Critical Actions for Educators Canyons U Bite-Sized PD Using TPACK & SAMR to Plan, Execute, and Evaluate Technology in a Lesson

SAMR in Action This is one example of SAMR in action, where students use technology for a research project: Substitution Students research a topic online and compose their message using a word processing program (i.e., Microsoft Word). Augmentation Students research a topic online and compose their message online using a word processing program (i.e., Google Docs) in which other students can review and leave comments on the same document. Modification Students research a topic online, and post and publish their essay on an online platform (i.e.. Google Sites). Redefinition Students connect with experts around the world via video conferencing and share what they learned by creating or contributing to a podcast.