Learn to integrate technology effectively with the SAMR model, transforming teaching and enhancing student engagement.

^{In this free online course, you'll dive into the SAMR model, a framework that guides learning professionals to integrate technology into instruction meaningfully. You’ll begin with learning what educational technology is and its impact on the history of teaching and learning. You’ll learn how to move through the four SAMR levels: Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. Along the way, you’ll explore how to assess your current use of digital tools and make intentional adjustments that align with learning goals and student needs.}

^{You’ll also compare SAMR with other key frameworks like TPACK and Bloom’s Taxonomy and learn how to capitalize on principles from all three approaches to strengthen instructional planning. Through real-world examples, reflective questions, and student feedback analysis, you’ll gain strategies to evaluate tech integration, overcome common barriers, and create more engaging, learner-centered experiences.}

^{By completing this course, you’ll learn to make confident, informed decisions about technology use in your teaching or training. You’ll be able to evaluate digital tools through the SAMR model, align them with instructional goals, and apply student feedback to improve engagement and outcomes. Whether you're an educator, trainer, or instructional designer, you’ll leave equipped to design innovative, learner-centered experiences that make technology purposeful, not just present, boosting your effectiveness and impact in any learning environment.}