Innovator or Laggard?

Innovator or Laggard?

By Dawn Oliver

Individual, but Socially Influenced COI

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Some characteristics of “Dynamic Expertise” - not necessarily living on the edge but I’m not afraid to try new things

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Some characteristics of “Hacker Motivation” - deep concern for care of my work and dedication to quality

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Mostly I resonate with Entrepreneurship and Autonomous Motivation

Intrinsically motivated by given a task with parameters- then allowed creativity and freedom to develop

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​West's Communities of Innovation - What resonated with me?

​Kahoot

Blooket

Quizizz

Edmodo

Google Classroom

Boom Learning

Nearpod

Padlet

Gimkit

Prezi

Pear Deck

Storyboard

Educreations

Quizlet

Socrative

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​STUDENT FAVORITE:

Gamified Learning

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LIMITATIONS:  

Time constraints

Lack of in-depth understanding 

Lack of mindful collaboration and problem solving

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CHANGE:

Instant gratification to infuse collaboration and strategizing

Synthesis/Extended Thinking part of Webb's DOK

TRIED INNOVATIONS

​Early Adopter

​Early Majority

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​Enjoy leadership roles but I am optimistically cautious

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Embrace change but I do like proof of value before becoming too ‘aware’ or vested in the product

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I thrive on success stories but am willing to create my own

​Diffusion Innovation -

Where do I fit into Roger's 1962 Theory?

“Steamboat Willie” - Effect with the infusion of sound into movies and the creation of Mickey Mouse

Students are enamored with learning games

Engagement is high

Learning is happening

Teachers are happy

Parents question its impact as do I

Are we encouraging students to succumb to time constraints and give up if they don’t get answers correct?

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​The ‘hacker’ in me is pushing to encourage higher order thinking and problem solving​

​What do I think is the future of innovative technology?

Multiple Select

What year did Walt Disney introduce Mickey Mouse in 'Steamboat Willie'?

• 1927

• 1928

• 1929

• 1930

Multiple Choice

What is coined the oldest social science theory?

• Imagined Learner-centered Theory

• Webb's Depth of Knowledge

• Diffusion of Innovation Theory

• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Poll

Which Innovation Theory do you most identify?

• Innovator

• Early Adopter

• Early Majority

• Late Majority