Folks in the disabilities field have the SETT framework for making decisions about
technology use: " The SETT Framework is a guideline for gathering data in order
to make effective assistive technology decisions. The SETT Framework considers
first, the STUDENT, the ENVIRONMENT(S) and the TASKS required for active
participation in the activities of the environment, and finally, the system of
TOOLS needed for the student to address the tasks. "
I suspect the framework could be useful for a wider audience. It's not just for
helping figure out what is appropriate, but also for understanding from the start
what will be required (that elusive training factor!) to make the technology
actually useful in the setting where it's expected to be used.
http://eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/13/db/bb.pdf
Susan Jones
Academic Development Specialist
Center for Academic Success
Parkland College
Champaign, IL 61821
217-353-2056
sujones@parkland.edu
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>>> Thomas Kaun <tomkaun@GMAIL.COM> 3/16/2009 5:28 PM >>>
I couldn't agree more, Art.
Every time I see an article or blog entry which calls for using technology
without context--just because it's there--I cringe. It doesn't speak very
well for our profession if we are just using these tools without a purpose.
That doesn't mean we can't experiment to see what works and how it works
best. But to expect anything to be useful academically just because kids are
using it means that we are being followers and not leaders.
Let's be careful that we are using these tools in educationally appropriate
ways and then *share what we have done successfully* with the entire
community. And let's not be afraid to share what doesn't work as well.
That's what best practice requires.
Speaking of the successful use of tools take a look at this teaching wiki <
http://delmarhistory8.wikispaces.com> developed by an energetic 8th grade
history teacher in one of our feeder districts. This is an example of how a
wiki can be used to great advantage.
Tom
Thomas T. Kaun
Teacher Librarian
Bessie Chin Library @ Redwood High School
395 Doherty Drive, Larkspur, CA 94939
tomkaun@gmail.com | Library Web site: http://rhslibrary.org | Professional
development blog: http://tomlmt2.blogspot.com/ | Library news blog:
http://libraryleaves.blogspot.com
Read, every day, something no one else is reading. Think, every day,
something no one else is thinking. Do, every day, something no one else
would be silly enough to do. It is bad for the mind to be always part of
unanimity.
- Christopher Morley
On Mon, Mar 16, 2009 at 3:01 PM, Art Wolinsky <awolinsky@3dwriting.com>wrote:
> I've been reading the Facebook & friending students question with interest.
> The question of friending a student can be answered another way. Simply
> ask some questions.
>
> What is the curricular goal for friending students on Facebook?
> What is the problem that will be solved by friending students on Facebook?
>
> If you come up with any possible positive outcomes to these two questions
> ask, if there another tool that can do the same job as effectively or safer?
>
> Of course, even this sequence is wrong. The use of ANY technology must be
> driven by curriculum. Technology should be used to achieve educational
> goals in ways that make it more effective than non-technical methods. The
> question of whether or not to friend students should never even be
> considered unless it is in the context of some curricular issue.
>
> That being said, there are many curricular situations that can be
> effectively addressed through the friending of students on social networks
> that are school sponsored or are specifically designed meet curricular
> objectives and are closed to all but those involved in the curricular
> project, and the network is administered by the teacher.
>
> The network has to have a purpose, planning, and leadership. It could be
> as complex as setting up a colonial social networking simulation where
> students assume the roles of patriots, loyalist, founding fathers, and
> British opposition. Or it could be something as simple as setting up a
> homework help network.
>
> Aside from the legal and safety concerns, using a social network in any
> curricular project requires a LOT of planning and supervision. It's not
> something undertaken lightly or with the attitude of "build it and they will
> come".
>
> It all starts with a curricular question!
>
> Art
>
> Art Wolinsky
> OEO 3DWriting.com
> Technology Director - Online Internet Institute
> Educational Technology Director - WiredSafety.org
> awolinsky@3dwriting.com
> (609) 698-8223 (Home Office)
> (609) 618-4433 (Cell)
>
> I am perfectly capable of learning from my mistakes.
> I will surely learn a great deal today.
>
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