Self- Evaluation of Technology

The Triple E Framework is often referred to as learning first, technology second. The Triple E Framework measures the degree in which the technology that is used within a lesson, helps the student reach learning goals for the lesson. Many other technology frameworks, such as SAMR and TPACK, focus mostly on how technology is used. The Triple E Framework focuses on how well the technology helps reach the learning goal while also incorporating effective instructional strategies. The Triple E uses a measurement tool which allows teachers to develop effective lesson plans and evaluate the technological tools used to help meet the lesson's goal. Triple E is based on three components. The first component is engagement. Students can naturally become engaged with any form of technology. The level of engagement means that the student becomes actively involved in the content of the technology. Engagement also encourages students to work collaboratively with the technology, such as in pairs or groups. The second component is the enhancement. Enhancement means that the technology tool ENHANCES the lesson presented. The technology used should assist and aid the lesson in a way that a traditional method could not. The enhancement level allows learning to become more personalized for the student. The final component is the extension which allows the technology to help connect the student to the real world. The technology used will aid the student in understanding the lesson goals and also aid in applying the concepts outside of the classroom.

The Triple E Framework Components 

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I personally enjoyed learning about the Triple E framework the most. Before taking the evaluation rubric, I knew that I was in the engagement stage. After taking the evaluation, it was confirmed that I am in between the engagement and enhancement stage. I work with students on their academic skills as well as their social/emotional skills. I am constantly thinking of ways to incorporate technology into the activities I complete with them. I usually use IPAD’s to allow the students to review a lesson. The students are usually “engaged” because of the IPAD. To move higher into enhancement and extension components, I will incorporate more cooperative learning activities using the IPAD. I will also like to incorporate more personalized activities using technology, which will allow the students to apply the social/emotional skills outside of school.

Technology Integration Matrix. “Prevent A Hurricane”. Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube, November 13, 2016. Web. September 6, 2017.

The Prevent a Hurricane lesson provided was a great example of how to use the Triple E Framework. I think this is a great guide to establish different ways of using technology in all three components.