Technology Integration Matrix The TIM is designed to: assist schools and districts in evaluating the level of technology integration in classrooms provide teachers with models of how technology can be integrated into instruction in meaningful ways (Produced by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology, College of Education, University of South Florida © 2009)

Levels of Technology Integration Entry – teacher uses tools to deliver instruction Adoption – teacher directs students in use of tools Adaptation – teacher facilitates students in exploring and independently using tools Infusion – teacher provides context for lesson; students choose tools Transformation – innovative use of technology; higher-order learning activities may not have been completed without use of technology

Characteristics of the Learning Environment Students use technology tools to: Active – remain engaged in learning Collaborative – collaborate with others Constructive – connect new information to prior knowledge Authentic - link learning activities to the real world Goal-Directed - set goals, plan activities, monitor progress, and evaluate results