Learning First, Technology Second: The Educator s Guide to Designing Authentic Lessons

by Liz Kolb

Learning with technology doesn t happen because a specific tool revolutionizes education. It happens when proven teaching strategies intersect with technology tools, and yet it s not uncommon for teachers to use a tool because it s fun or because the developer promises it will help students learn. Learning First, Technology Second offers teachers the professional learning they need to move from arbitrary uses of technology in their classrooms to thoughtful ways of adding value to student learning. This book includes: An introduction to the Triple E Framework that helps teachers engage students in time-on-task learning, enhance learning experiences beyond traditional means and extend learning opportunities to bridge classroom learning with students everyday lives. Effective strategies for using technology to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Case studies to guide appropriate tech integration. A lesson planning template to show teachers how to effectively frame technology choices and apply them in instruction.

217 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 24, 2017

Reviews

[Madeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Doesn’t read like a dry textbook, much to my surprise, and includes plenty of great ideas to file away for future use.

[Jeanie Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aligned with the ISTE standards, this book outlines a framework for putting learning at the center of technology use in education. The Triple E Framework outlined in the book asks educators to assess a tool for student engagement in the learning goal, extension of the learning goal, and enhancement of the learning goal. The text also contains countless examples.

[Rachelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical, yet engaging. An easy to follow text that provides the framework for the decisions teachers and curriculum educators must make when implementing technology tool.s The focus truly shifts to "learning first".

[SarahLynn Camper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Framework for Mindful Use of Technology in the Classroom

This book was great balance of providing a framework for teachers to make wise decisions in how to use educational technology purposefully. I love that the author included best practices according to instructional research but then gave a variety of real word case studies, and walked the reader through why or why not that lesson followed best practice for technology use in the classroom.

[ByTheFire · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent, easily applicable book to assist teachers with instructional practice.