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Brief Lesson Description
This lesson provides information and project ideas on how to use QR codes in the classroom.

Link to the iTunes U course: []

NETs-T Standard
As a result of this lesson, teachers will meet the following NETs-T Standards:

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.

2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S.

3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.

5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers: a. participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning c. evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning d. contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community


 * Instructional Strategies Included **
 * Summarizing via VoiceThread
 * Activating prior knowledge
 * Cueing – highlighting important material
 * Cues and Questions as an advance organizer
 * E-learning format
 * Video/multimedia resources
 * Previewing text/skimming strategy for decision making
 * Self-assessment using Google form

= Technology Resources Needed (hardware & software) =

Software: QR scanner app, AudioBoo app and website, VoiceThread app (optional w/iPad)

Hardware: Computer, Smartphone with camera, iPad, or mobile device with camera

Teachers will be made aware that this content is available on iTunes U. Once a teacher selects the lesson, she will read the overview, preview the outline and access resources as necessary.
 * Procedure **

The overview will contain questioning and cueing (i.e., Why would you use QR codes instead of another tech tool?) and inferential questions (i.e., “How is information typically distributed? What advantage is presented by distributing a lot of information in a very small amount of space? Would you be able to distribute students’ voice recordings to a large audience?).

Lesson outline:

What is a QR Code? Types of QR Codes QR Code Generators Project Ideas
 * QR codes defined
 * Plain text, audio, maps, websites, email address/phone numbers, videos
 * QR code generator websites
 * QR code classroom project ideas


 * Assessment Method **

A Google form is the last resource of this lesson that teachers are asked to complete. This evaluation tool can be answered either anonymously or not. The evaluation will provide self-assessment feedback as well as feedback on the lesson materials and integration possibilities. A VoiceThread is also provided as a collaborative tool to share new knowledge and integration ideas with colleagues.