EDUC 5243: Week 3 Blog
(Graphic created in Canva, n.d.) Week 3 Blog: Course Design and Coaching for SMART Goal One of the biggest challenges with technology integration is making sure tools don’t just exist in classrooms, but that they are actually used in ways that support students. For my SMART goal, I’m focusing on Read&Write, an assistive technology tool built into all of our 1:1 Chromebooks. My goal is to embed it intentionally into instruction so that students with IEPs can use supports like text-to-speech, speech-to-text, word prediction, and vocabulary help. I also see this as an opportunity to coach a colleague in doing the same, because when Read&Write is used well, it benefits all learners, not just the ones with documented accommodations. Part 1: Framework I chose the Triple E Framework because it is simple yet effective. It makes us ask the question, like does this tech engage students, enhance their learning, and extend their learning beyond the classroom? To help me design my LMS...