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The SAMR model stands for Subsitute, Augmentation, Modification and Redefinition. The model offers a valuable framework for teachers to reflect on their use of technology and consider how it impacts their teaching and their students’ learning. Looking at this model I wanted to think of some reason why as a future teacher I like this method. 

Some reasons I like SAMR are the focus on transformation, guidance for progression, and empowerment through technology. SAMR helps teachers to work for higher levels of technology integration further than the substitute phase. It emphasizes the transformative ways of technology and gets teachers thinking creatively about how tech can improve teaching and learning. Additionally, the model outlines 4 distinguishable levels of how tech can be integrated this outline acts as helpful guidance for teachers. The method models the range from basic substitute to transformative redefinition. 

Furthermore, SAMR offers empowerment through technology. Tech can be a very powerful tool for educators to empower themselves and their students. The model provides a structure for using technology to aid students learning to encourage creativity and become skilled in digital tools for future life.

In conclusion, the SAMR offers me and many educators a very structured and beneficial way to approach integrating technology into our teaching.