Planning for Integrating Technology

Three models structure the planning for technology integration into instruction. Institutional needs are assessed for three dimensions suggested in Gilbert’s, “Model of Human Competence.” The areas needing addressing are typically within instruction; therefore, the process steps of a generic instructional design model are used. Within designing for instruction, Bransford’s, “variables affecting learning,” are the focal points organizational planners need to consider in planning instruction. Instruction is framed as “faculty-as-learner centered instruction.” The variables are also a significant aspect of the content of instruction for faculty because faculty will use them in planning their own instruction integrated with technology.