The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) provides a framework for describing and targeting the use of technology to enhance learning. This website includes background information, research, resources and tools for implementation and assessment, and professional development support. Videos from the Matrix are also included arranged by subject or by grade level. This latest edition includes minor tweaks clarifying some of the summary and extended descriptors which includes video examples as part of the Math, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies in particular.
Type of Material:
Tutorial tools
Recommended Uses:
Ask students to self-assess their technology integration using the technology integration matrix (TIM). Then ask students to find resource to help them advance their technology integration practice.
Technical Requirements:
Any browser available to any operating system and on any mobile phone device
Identify Major Learning Goals:
To help guide the complex task of evaluating technology integration in the classroom;
To provide a common vocabulary for pedagogically sound technology integration;
To appreciate the constructivist learning theory and research relate to the teacher practice; and
To designed and evaluate existing approaches that are already in contract with other models for technology integration.
Target Student Population:
Librarian and information science majors and professionals. Pre-and in-service teachers educational technology majors, and administrators
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic ICT skills
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The Technology Integration Matrix (TIM)is a useful tool that can be used by students and teachers. It was research-developed and evaluated. Educator focus groups, field tests, public surveys, and usability studies were done as part of the creation of the first and later editions of the TIM. Five qualities of meaningful learning environments and the five levels of technology integration combine to form a matrix of 25 cells. The extended descriptors explain concepts in depth, allowing for a self-contained approach in any area. The linked material is well-organized and effectively integrates and summarizes the topics. There is also an action research tool to measure improvements in technology integration, and presentations to introduce TIM. TIM is self-contained in that it can be used in several situations. The links work and resources are appropriately labelled.
Concerns:
TIM is mainly an assessment tool. If a person needs training, or wants to systematize the assessment, then fees apply.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
TIM is a rubric that measures technology skills and practice; as such, it aligns with ICT literacy standards. The rubric show a progression in skills and practice, and that there is a student version speaks to developmental aspects. Since TIM is an assessment tool, it is easy to incorporate it into learning activities and apply it to practice. The TIM guides the instructor's prior experience by including five interdependent qualities of a meaningful learning environment. It clearly indicates how technology integration, with an emphasis on it, would be incorporated into the curriculum of the target population. The learning objectives in any curriculum are strengthened by describing them in every extended descriptor. Instructors may quickly construct relevant activities that support academic and lifelong skills using supplementary and detailed information.
Concerns:
There is not much in-depth information about the underlying skills and actions, although research studies are listed.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
TIM instructions are clear, and the tool can be used independently. The website is professional looking and easy to navigate. The framework appears to be a mix of old and new materials, with social networking components thrown in for good measure. Numerous videos and live social media connections are part of the technology. The website include presentation templates and clip art, which are engaging and fun. It is mainly ADA-compliant.
Concerns:
Images so not have alt-text, and the site does not appear to be ADA-compliant. Nor is the site interactive.
Creative Commons:
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