Good models of teaching and learning with technology (GMOTT) take into consideration a set of practices that support the effective integration of technology into the curriculum. These practices do not stand alone. Rather, each must be apparent in a well-thought-out, technology-enhanced lesson, learning activity, project, or unit of instruction.

Several samples are provided to illustrate this concept, along with a template that guides the creation of your own units or lessons, taking the GMOTT principles into consideration. Click here for the template and samples.

ESSENTIAL: The first three elements listed below are always present in good models of teaching with technology.

STRATEGIES: The fourth outlines strategies for technology integration. Any number of the strategies presented may be utilized in good models of teaching with technology.

• Standards
  All technology-enhanced activities should be deliberately and consciously aligned with local, state, and national standards.
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• Assessment
  Each learning activity should be accompanied with well-defined indicators of success.
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• Accessibility
  Technology must be readily accessible in a way that meets the needs of all learners.
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• Multiple Learning Strategies
  Technology-enhanced lessons and activities should represent a variety of learning strategies that include active learning strategies, constructive learning strategies, authentic learning strategies, cooperative learning strategies, and intentional/reflective learning strategies.
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