TIM Matrix

Technology Integration Matrix

Trans formation

Infusion

Adoption

Entry

Adaptation

All information from: Florida Center For Instructional Technology. (2019). TIM: Table of Summary Descriptors. 2019_TIM_Complete_Descriptors-US.pdf. https://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/2019_TIM_Complete_Descriptors-US.pdf

• Choice of tools with self-directed use
• Lesson structured so use of technology is self-directed
• Students understand how to use many types of technology tools, are able to select tools for specific purposes
• Multiple technology tools are available to meet the needs of all students

Active

• Arranged for direct instruction and individual work
• Students primarily work alone when using technology
• The teacher directs students to work alone on tasks involving technology

Collaborative

• Teacher allows students to select technology tools to use in building an understanding of a concept.
• Teacher provides a context in which technology tools are seamlessly integrated into a lesson
• Students consistently have opportunities to select technology tools and use them in the way that best facilitates their construction of understanding

Constructive

Authentic

• Innovative use for higher-order learning activities connected to the world beyond the instructional setting

• Students regularly engage in activities that may not be possible without the use of technology
• The setting provides ongoing, independent access to a broad range of information, data, and source materials

• The setting includes access to a variety of technology tools, allowing students some choice
• Students independently use technology to set goals, plan, monitor, evaluate, and reflect upon specific activities
• Purposeful use of tools to plan and monitor

Goal-Directed