The SAMR Ladder Through the Lens of 21st Century Skills

This summer I have been digging deeper into the SAMR  model of tech integration to help educators embrace 1:1 learning and the changes it will bring about. SAMR is a truly useful tool for helping teachers identify their current comfort zone in order to build expertise in designing efficient and effective student learning experiences. To reach higher levels on the SAMR ladder, teachers can make some planning and instructional shifts. A look at the big picture is helpful when trying to understand how to help students develop important 21st Century Skills at each level.

Through the Lens of 21st Century Skills

I have created an interactive graphic of the SAMR Ladder to illustrate the big picture. The image includes a sample of a vocabulary centered wiki project at each level of SAMR. The Ladder includes questions designed by Dr. Ruben R. Puentedura, Ph.D. for reflection about making the transition to the next level. The circle at each level targets research, writing and digital citizenship. There you will find a quick suggestion about ways to capture and embrace the natural progression of skills at each level. Please explore this interactive graphic.
 

 
 

Final Thoughts

The learning that occurs as teachers climb up the SAMR ladder is what will eventually lead to successful lesson design. Teachers should climb the ladder one step at a time.

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