David Lee EdTech

"Some people believe that intellectual ability is purely genetic or fixed.   This is a myth. Research now shows that your brain is like a muscle; the more you apply it and struggle, the more it grows. People who learn to recognize this fact about their own brain develop a ‘growth mindset’ and are able to persevere and achieve more." -Sal, Founder of Khan Academy 

Screenshot from  Transformation, Technology, and Education  Presentation The SAMR model guides edtech specialists and teachers in designing technology-integrated units to transform the learning environment. It is also a reflective tool for teachers to fine-tune their practices and pedagogy that involve technology. Dr. Ruben Puentedura , a consultant in education technology, developed the SAMR model to categorize technology usage into four technological levels: substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition. The Substitution level is the lowest level of technology usage in the model. Students use a technology that replaces a traditional tool, but results in no change in functionality. In the Augmentation level, a traditional tool is also replaced with a new technology, but the result is a small enhancement in functionality. The Modification level, however, is the first level that exhibits transformation in a learning environment. This level of technological use  alters th...

[gallery] Korea International School EdTech Team: Infographic of Professional and Personal Qualities of an EdTech Specialist

Here is the Technology Integration portion of my website. It provides an overview of the purpose of an EdTech specialist.  Objective of the EdTech Specialist The objective of the Educational Technology Specialist is to facilitate teachers in effectively integrating technology into curriculum and instruction to enhance student learning outcomes. Integrating technology provides students with the opportunity to develop skills that are essential for lifelong learners, such as research, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and problem solving. Technology integration also assists students in acquiring information, media, and technology literacy, which is crucial for our current rapidly changing media and technology driven world. Educating Teachers in Tech Integration EdTech Specialists facilitate teachers in two methods. First, specialists and classroom teacher can collaboratively plan and implement proven methods of integrating technology into instruction and curriculum. This m...