meaningful use: getting the most out of your digital education program
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Meaningful Use:Getting the Most out of Your Digital Education Program
Matt TullmanPresident & Co-Founder, digedu
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Logical &Mathematical
What’s Your Learning Style?
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We've reached a point in education where not just teaching models but also teaching tools are
evolving.
Rotational ModelsStudents rotate between modalities, including small groups, projects, one-on-one instruction, interactive lessons on a device, etc.
StationRotation
Students rotate on a fixed schedule
among classroom-based learning
modalities.
IndividualRotation
Students rotate on individually customized
schedules among learning
modalities.
FlippedClassroom
Students rotate on a fixed schedule between teacher-guided practice
during school and online delivery after school.
LabRotation
Students rotate on a fixed schedule among locations on the campus.
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Other Models
FlexModel
Students move on individual schedules
among learning modalities in which online learning is
the backbone.
Enriched Virtual Model
Students divide time between on campus and online for each individual
course.
A La Carte(Hybrid) Model
Students take one or more courses entirely online while also taking some
entirely classroom-based courses.
HistoryClass
MathCourse
Science Project
ScienceClass
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TeachingTools
LMS
Teaching Tools
Apps
SIS
ContentCreators
& Curators
AssessmentTools
OER & eBooks
Games
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Online Learning Provider
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AdaptiveLearning
Tools
Bridging the Gap
Technology Use Meaningful Technology Use
5 Million iPads in US K-12 Schools
Nearly 90% of teachers report that both they and their students use technology in class
85% of teachers rate their schools poorly on use of digital assessments to inform instruction
More than half of teachers report tech use does not have a positive effect on student achievement
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Holistic Planning
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Budgeting & Implementation
Training, Staffing, & Support
Policies & Culture
Measurement & Improvement
Academic Goals & Curriculum
Instructional Models
Tools, Content, & Platforms
Devices & Infrastructure
How to Achieve Meaningful Use:Academic Goals & Curriculum
RedefinitionTechnology allows for the creation of new
tasks, previously inconceivable
ModificationTechnology allows for significant task
redesign
AugmentationTechnology acts as a direct tool substitute,
with functional improvement
SubstitutionTechnology acts as a direct tool substitute,
with no functional change
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Start with the end in mind to ensure technology furthers school and district goals and allows teachers to substantially improve instruction.
How to Achieve Meaningful Use:Instructional Models
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Curriculum Assessment
Instruction
Learning Goals
Holistic ApproachEnhanced byTechnology
Instructional Models Station Rotation Lab Rotation Flipped Classroom Individual Rotation Flex A La Carte Enhanced Virtual
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use:Tools, Content, & Platforms
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Infrastructure
72% of public schools lack high-speed internet access.
Devices:• 1:1 vs. Shared• Age Considerations• Intended Application
Bandwidth:• Bottleneck Problem• Traditional Solution• New Technologies
Internet
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Considerations for Choosing a Device
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Tablets+ Inexpensive option+ Instant boot-up+ Long battery life− Issues with some web apps− Difficult to type− Small screen
Net/Chromebooks+ Inexpensive option+ Better production capabilities+ Long battery life+ Larger screen with full keyboard− Limited offline capabilities− Issues with some web apps
Laptops+ Better production capabilities+ Larger screen with full keyboard− Short battery life & long boot-up− More expensive option
How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Budgeting
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Cost Categories
• Infrastructure• Devices• Systems Integration• Digital Content & Tools• Human Capital• Professional Development• Communications & Evaluation
Funding Sources
• Federal Funds• State & Local Funds• Philanthropic Grants & Donors• Leasing
How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Implementation
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StrategyOne-Size-fits-all or “School Choice”Phased or Full Speed Ahead
ProcurementUnboxing & Setup
Project management: Roles & Responsibilities
How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Training
46% of teachers report that they lack the training needed to use technology effectively with students.
Initial Training
Coaches
Continual Learning
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Staffing
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Example Approaches:
KIPP Empower: 3-tiered staffing model with Lead Teachers, Intervention Specialists, and Instructional Assistants
Summit Public Schools: Skill-based teacher development system that places teachers in one of 4 levels: basic, proficient, highly proficient, and expert
Cornerstone Charter Health High School: Pods of 75 students work in an open space with teacher teams consisting of Relevance Managers, Rigor Managers, and Success Coaches
How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Support
Tech Support
Safety Blanket
Instructional Support
50% of teachers report not being adequately supported when using technology.
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Policies
Device Breakage
Taking Devices Home
Minimum Use
Staying on Task
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How to Achieve Meaningful Use: Culture
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Values
Equity
Innovation
Care
Support
Collaboration
Execution
What Does Great Blended Learning Look Like?
"As a result of using technology in the classroom, student engagement has skyrocketed. They are more accountable, as using devices requires more responsibility, which a lot of adolescents are seeking. Students are no longer hiding from opportunities to learn and instead, they are embracing these experiences.”
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What Does Great Blended Learning Look Like?
“I have a classroom of 50 middle schoolers. It's so many students in one room that sometimes not all of them get desks - they have to share tables or just work sitting in chairs. Obviously, things can get loud and crazy with that many kids, but when I get out the tablets, they behave. The technology engages them and keeps their attention.”
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What Does Great Blended Learning Look Like?
“Suddenly, my introverted students found their voices; they feel empowered to share their opinions. Online discussions have allowed students to write more expressively and provide valuable peer-to-peer feedback. There appears to be more of a purpose and level of dedication behind their writing, because they are writing to their peers.”
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What is Meaningful Use?
Meaningful use of technology refers to students‘ consistent use of technology in the classroom to learn content and demonstrate understanding of new knowledge and skills. Meaningful use of technology should be considered to be a seamless process in which the teacher is not teaching the technology, but rather the students are using the technology to acquire and make use of new knowledge. Students should have access to technology to support the acquisition of skills necessary for life in the 21st century.
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Instructional ModelsLook at your technology program from a holistic perspective - think about how the instructional model relates to the curriculum, the tools, and the learning goals.
BudgetingConsider all possible cost categories for your technology program. Some may be obvious, like devices, but some may not be – like systems integration or professional development. Do your research on funding sources and consider the full spectrum of possibilities.
Elements of Blended Learning Success
Academic Goals & CurriculumDo more than what you could with just a pencil and paper. Use the SAMR model to analyze your technology program, and aim for Redefinition. Start with the end in mind to ensure technology furthers school and district goals and allows teachers to substantially improve instruction.
Tools, Content, & PlatformsDiscover the full spectrum of technology tools available to schools. Set learning goals first, then choose the right combination of tools that will enable student achievement.
TrainingBased on the teacher population at your school, consider the level of initial training educators need. Then, continue to build on their knowledge via coaching and collaboration.
InfrastructureUse your learning goals to guide decisions about device selection. Keep user ages and intended uses in mind. Make proper bandwidth a priority, keeping in mind that it can be a significant barrier to use in the classroom.
PoliciesStudents should have guidelines around BYOD programs, device breakage, and staying on task, while teachers should have a clear understanding of expected minimum use of technology in the classroom.
SupportEnsure teachers have a safety blanket of support around them at all times – both technological and instructional support. This strengthens confidence in the technology program and allows for a seamless learning experience for students.
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PlanningPlan thoroughly to present technology as a means to accomplish district goals for student performance targets.
ImplementationDetermine the way in which the program will be rolled out, how the project will be managed, and where roles and responsibilities lie.
StaffingTransitioning to digital learning can mean big changes are needed in terms of staffing and roles. There are unlimited possibilities when planning for this; see what has worked for other schools and use their examples to determine what works best for you.
CultureHaving a strong culture in place is vital to the success of a technology program roll out; make this a priority.
References
Blended Learning Models - Christensen Institute
List of Technology Tools - Ed Tech Map
Technology Use Statistics – Software & Information Industry Association
SAMR Model - Schrock Guide
Meaningful Use – K Robertson, Arizona State University
Blended Learning Implementation – Digital Learning Now!
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Meaningful Use:Getting the Most out of Your Digital Education Program
Matt TullmanPresident & Co-Founder, digedu
#meaningfuluse
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