Conceptual
Models
Grabinger’s REAL Model - On this site
are some key links to resources that assist with conceptualizing learning strategies.
For example, we believe that the integration should be driven by good pedagogy and sound
content. Scott Grabinger's work on "Rich Environments for Active Learning" (REAL)
offers some excellent ways to conceptualize learning.
Rowley’s ADISC Model - In addition to Grabinger's model, Dr. Jim Rowley in our
School of Education has developed a classroom technology integration model called
ADISC that integrates very nicely with Grabinger's REAL model. Jim's model gets down
to specific integration strategies. The use of technology in the classroom essentially
supports five teaching and learning processes (see below).
| A |
Technology supports learners in adjusting, adapting or augmenting teaching
and learning to meet the needs of individual learners or groups of learners. |
| D |
Technology supports learners in dealing effectively with data - including
data management, manipulation and display. |
| I |
Technology supports learners in conducting inquiries - including effective
internet-based research. |
| S |
Technology supports learners in simulating real world phenomena, including
modeling physical, social, economic and mathematical relationships. |
| C |
Technology supports learners in communicating and collaborating, including
the effective use multimedia tools and on-line collaboration. |
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