Admin of LT Week 1
The Triple E Framework was created by Dr. Liz Kolb in 2011. This model has helped guide teachers on how to effectively integrate technology into their classrooms for the purpose of learning. Kolb’s framework focuses on three areas teachers should consider when using technology to help students achieve learning targets: Engagement, Enhancement, and Extension. Engagements ensure that students are actively engaged while using the technology tool. Enhancement looks at how the technology tool is able to deepen students’ understandings in ways that couldn’t happen without the tool. Extension observes how students can take what they have learned and make connections, and apply these skills to real work experiences outside of the classroom. This framework guides teachers to choose meaningful technology tools for their students to use.
For more information about Kolb’s Triple E Framework, follow this link: https://www.tripleeframework.com/
Context: Kolb’s Triple E Framework is closely aligned with what my school district uses to ensure teachers focus on a student-centered learning environment and authentic engagement. Both want students to be actively engaged in their own learning and have an active role in that process. Our school also focuses on students knowing how to be digital citizens when using technology. We want our students to know how to take what they have learned and apply it to their everyday lives outside of school. Kolb’s Triple E’s align with the expectations that students are using technology in a way that is meaningful and will help them reach the intended learning target. Some examples of practices used within our district’s schools are project-based learning and differentiated instruction conducted through different technology tools.
Relevance: The Triple E Framework does show promise because of its belief that students need to be using technology in a way that is meaningful. Teachers can use the Self-Evaluation Tools on the website to ask themselves questions to reflect on whether or not the said technology tool is being used in a way that is meaningful to the students and the desired learning outcomes. This framework proves to students that technology can be used for more than entertainment, and it can deepen and enhance their learning. It also teaches students skills that will continue to be used for centuries to come as technology keeps advancing.
ISTE Alignment: Kolb’s framework aligns seamlessly with the ISTE standards for students. Engagement requires students to take a role in their learning, which connects with ITES’s Empowered Learner. Once students take initiative and use technology, they are expected to be Digital Citizens and use the technology appropriately. Enhancements connect with ISTE’s Computational Thinker, Knowledge Constructor, and Innovative Designer because it requires that when students use technology, they are using it to build their knowledge and be critical thinkers. Technology needs to be used as a resource, but not in a way that does all of the work for the students. They need to be doing most of the critical thinking and heavy lifting within their education. Finally, Extension aligns with Creative Communicator and Global Collaborator because it encourages students to extend their education beyond the classroom and make real-world connections with what they have learned.
Evaluation: Our district uses the Danielson Framework of Teaching to evaluate teachers at all grade levels. Kolb’s Triple E Framework aligns with 2 out of the 4 domains of the Danielson model. Both frameworks ensure teachers are providing an active learning environment for their students. Domain 2 looks at the teacher’s classroom environment. Domain 3 focuses on the instruction taught and given by the teacher, such as questioning techniques and assessments used in the classroom. Both frameworks look for teachers to choose meaningful technology tools and assessments. Teachers who utilize technology in the correct and meaningful way could earn a proficient or distinguished rating in these two domains.
References:
Kolb, L. Triple E Framework. Triple E Framework. https://www.tripleeframework.com/
I love your use of visuals in this blog. My district's technology plan was very unclear and did not have a specific framework for educators to follow and I think that it is so important to have one and make those expectations clear. This blog is very well done, great job!
ReplyDeleteI also used Triple E. Reading through your post, it is interesting that your evaluation framework also has so little about technology when it is so integral to our everyday life in the schools. You mention that students still need to be doing the heavy lifting, I totally agree. Sometimes when students are using certain programs, you lose the ability to question them to really push that cognitive load onto them. Your discussion of how it alligns to ISTE framework shows a really good understanding of the both ISTE and triple E. Tying each one of the E's to different aspects of ISTE reinforced my own thought that they work well together!
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Nice work on clearly connecting the Triple E Framework to your district’s practices, especially project-based learning and differentiated instruction. You did a great job showing not only how the framework supports student engagement but also how it aligns with ISTE standards and even your teacher evaluation system through Danielson. I also appreciated how you emphasized that technology should support critical thinking rather than replace it. That’s such an important reminder. Your reflections make a strong case for why Triple E is both practical and meaningful for teachers and students alike! I enjoyed reading your post and wish you luck with the remainder of the course.
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David Herrera
Your blog post was well written and provided thorough information about how the Triple E Framework could be relevant for your school district. I also chose this framework. I like how there is a strong focus placed on learning goals. I think this will be beneficial as the technology tools that are chosen will be more likely to have an impact on student achievement.
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