1. A Framework for Universal Design for Learning
Foundations of Technology A Maryland Standards-based Curriculum
A Framework for
Universal Design for Learning
Roy Rosnik

2. Purpose of Technology Education
The purpose of technology education is the development of technological literacy for all students.
Technological literacy is the ability to use,
manage, understand, and assess technology.

3. “With the growing importance of technology to our society, it is vital that students receive an education that emphasizes technological literacy.”
(ITEA, 2000, vii)

4. Julie Andrews Curriculum
Raindrops on Robots and Widgets on Kittens … Bright Copper Castings and Warm Molded Plastics…..

5. Julie Andrews Curriculum
These are a few my favorite things to teach every year….

6. Technological Education vs. Educational Technology
The Great Debate
What is the difference?
Technological Education vs. Educational Technology
Teaches about technology
vs. Teaches with technology
A school subject
vs. A means of teaching
Ultimate goal: Technological literacy for everyone
Ultimate goal: Improving the process of teaching and learning
vs.

7. Designing for Understanding
Determine acceptable evidence.
Plan learning experiences and instruction.
Identify Desired Results.
Multiple means of representation - to give learners various ways of acquiring information and knowledge,
Multiple means of expression - to provide learners alternatives for demonstrating what they know, and
Multiple means of engagement - to tap into learners' interests, challenge them appropriately, and motivate them to learn

8. The 5 E’s Engagement Evaluation Exploration Elaboration Explanation
A Framework for
Universal Design for Learning
The 5 E’s
Engagement
Evaluation
Exploration
Elaboration
Explanation

9. Engagement
Activity which will focus student’s attention, stimulate their thinking, and access prior knowledge.
Probing Questions
Demonstration
Reading
Free Write
Analyze a Graphic Organizer
KWL
Brainstorming
Student asks questions such as,
Why did this happen?
What do I already know about this?
What have I found out about this?
Shows interest in the topic.
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10. Exploration
Activity which gives students time to think and investigate/test/make decisions/problem solve, and collect information.
Perform an Investigation
Read Authentic Resources to Collect Information
Solve a Problem
Construct a Model
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11. Explanation
Activity which allows students to analyze their exploration. Student’s understanding is clarified and modified through a direct interaction activity.
Student Analysis & Explanation
Supporting Ideas with Evidence
Structured Questioning
Reading and Discussion
Teacher Explanation
Thinking Skill Activities: compare, classify, error analysis
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12. Elaboration
Activity which expands and solidifies student thinking and/or applies it to a real-world situation.
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Experimental Inquiry
Thinking Skill Activities: compare, classify, apply
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13. Evaluation
Activity which allows the teacher to assess student performance and/or understandings of concepts, skills, processes, and applications.
Any of the Previous Activities
Develop a Scoring Tool or Rubric
Performance Assessment
Produce a Product
Journal Entry
ePortfolio
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