Learning by Design: A Framework for Evaluating Classroom Technology
As schools navigate considerations about screen, it’s important to evaluate technology through the lens of learning. This framework provides district leaders with a practical, research-informed approach to determine whether a digital tool delivers instructional impact and earns its place in the classroom.
What You’ll Walk Away With
You’ll discover how to:
✔️ Evaluate classroom technology and screen time guidelines through six research-based dimensions
✔️ Determine whether digital tools are aligned to learning objectives
✔️ Assess how technology supports teacher control and instructional flexibility
✔️ Identify resources designed for purpose, not usage
✔️ Recognize whether technology promotes active learning
✔️ Use learning science as part of adoption decisions
