The document outlines a 5-stage model for effective technology instruction: 1. Exploration, where students experiment with the program without expectations. 2. Guided instruction, a formal learning opportunity with clear goals and appropriate time and student-teacher ratios. 3. Independent practice, where students practice on their own with optional exercises and help available. 4. Follow up instruction after time to digest the material, with students returning with specific questions. 5. Immersion and responsibility, where ongoing practice is essential through available exercises and resources with direct communication from instructors.

1. Teaching & Learning With Technology CREC Professional Development Scott R. Nierendorf A Model for Instruction

2. Five Separate Stages Exploration Guided instruction Independent practice Follow up instruction, feedback Immersion & Responsibility

3. Stage 1: Exploration Experiment with the program Explore Menus and icons OK to make mistakes No expectations…other than to look around Students help each other Ask 3… then me!

4. Stage 2: Guided Instruction Formal learning opportunity Goals clearly established Reasonable time frame Not crammed into after school workshop Considers adult learning styles Student: Teacher ratio best if < 15:1

5. Stage 3: Independent Practice Learner given chance to practice Optional exercises available Learner can create relevant examples Take content from subject/grade level Meaningful time on computer Help available as they work

6. Practice Continued Important attributes of practice session Solidify skills introduced earlier Learner will self monitor Search for help, attempt to troubleshoot Not abandoned by instructor Free to fail and learn from it

7. Stage 4: Follow Up Instruction At least a day later Time to digest previous material Learner returns to class with specific ?s Fresh start; no longer a beginner More accountable for success

8. Stage 5: Beyond the Workshop Ongoing practice essential to retain learning Exercises and materials available Web resources, journals, written info Direct communication with instructor: email User group model: a core group of motivated learners

9. Closing Thoughts We ask students to be life-long learners Similar expectation for teachers Technology provides wonderful tools … And challenges! The 3 year investment