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

by Liz Kolb (Author)

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Learning First, Technology Second offers teachers a classroom-tested, easy-to-use framework to help them move from arbitrary uses of technology to thoughtful ways of adding value to student learning.

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.

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.

The companion jump start guide based on this book is Engage, Enhance, Extend: Start Creating Authentic Lessons With the Triple E Framework.

Audience: K-12 classroom teachers

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“Kolb’s Triple E Framework is an excellent tool for helping teachers focus on using technology to support learning and not just using technology for its own sake. She provides a highly beneficial collection of case studies as well as practical suggestions for how her framework could look across all different grade levels and subject areas. For anyone interested in thinking more about how technology can be used to support learning, I absolutely recommend this book.” -- Michael Karlin, EdTech Roundup

“…the Triple E Framework is the first concrete ‘tool’ to help a specific teacher think through the role of specific technology in their specific classroom.” -- Cathie Norris, Elliot Soloway

“If you are a district implementing a 1:1 program ... do yourself a favor. Have your leaders read this book. Research-based, common sense, practical and instantly useful.” -- The Lighting of a Fire blog

“[Kolb] was putting into words so many things I witnessed and felt as I worked in dozens of classrooms over the past five years. What I love about her work is that it's clear, practical and backed by research.” -- Mike Petty

About the Author

Liz Kolb is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan. She has written several books, including Cell Phones in the Classroom and Unleash the Learning Power of Your Child's Cell Phone. Kolb has been a featured and keynote speaker at conferences throughout the U.S. and Canada. She is the creator of the Triple E Framework for effective teaching with digital technologies, and she blogs at cellphonesinlearning.com.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ International Society for Technology in Education (March 30, 2017)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 220 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1564843890
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1564843890
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.05 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.1 inches

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Joanna VR

A "Must Read" for Any Educators Using Technology Tools!

Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2017

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As a veteran educator using technology on a regular basis, this book made me question the use of technology tools in the classroom in a meaningful way. We must think about the learning goals first, then add the technology tools to engage, ehnhance, and extend learning. Each of these topics is fully explained in this book and supported by research and ISTE standards. I couldn't stop reading! I found myself highlighting, bookmarking, and wanting to share what I was learning with other educators. It's packed with research backed strategies, ideas, and resources. The format of each chapter is easy to read and to digest. "Take aways" summarize each chapter. The Triple E Framework provides educators with a simple, effective, and efficient way to evaluate the technology tools they are using with students. This book is a "must read" for any educator using technology in the classroom. Don't miss this one!

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Victor

A Great Book Recommended For Every Teacher!

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2019

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The book is a call to action for all teachers. The framework is so clear that even new teachers can benefit from it and find out about how to apply technology in the best way to their settings. The white space is used effectively. So, it is very easy to read. At the end of the book, there are case studies where you can find examples from the field and the authentic projects that meet 2016 ISTE standards. As a teacher, I liked it very much!

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Jepcke

The ‘why’ for using technology in schools

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2019

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Unlike other frameworks for the use of technology, this book puts the learning goal front and center and provides teachers a rubric to analysis whether technology will be a value add tot the learning process. Liz Kolb also reminds teachers that their instructional moves are a critical component to the success of student technology use. This book is a great guide for districts looking for the ‘why’ of instructional technology use. For schools who are stuck in low-level use and want to be more purposeful with the use of technology in teaching and learning, this book can help start those conversations and begin a rethinking process. Even if you’re an innovative teacher, grab this book — you’ve got something to learn.

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Brock Camper

Great Framework for Mindful Use of Technology in the Classroom

Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2019

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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.

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Engage, Enhance and Extend!

Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2018

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This is a must read for any teacher using technology. I've too often had that "so what" moment after teaching a lesson incorporating technology. This book brought into focus how to address those moments, how to think about technology as a tool, and the importance of using the right technology at the right time.It is certainly not enough to engage students because, as we know, engagement can be short-lived, even with technology. Technology must take our students deeper and further. My own internal rubric will forever now include engage, enhance and extend.

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New Favorite Book!

Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019

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This book is amazing! The framework is extremely helpful in getting us to think about how we use technology and the teacher moves that can be used to support that use.

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Very informative and well-thought

Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2020

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I like the way the author detailed each framework and gave clear examples. The book is definitely relevant and I encouraged all teachers to get a copy, not just to have but to plan lessons with. It is essential nowadays for teachers to be aware that using technology doesn't mean integrating technology. We have to know the difference and integrate technology in a way to maximize students' engagement, enhance their learning and extend the learning experience.

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