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TPACK stands for Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge framework. The framework provides
guidance for appropriate technology integration. “Teaching is a context-bound
activity, and teachers with developed TPACK use technology to design learning experiences
tailored for specific pedagogies, crafted for specific content, as instantiated
in specific learning contexts.” (Koehler, Mishra, Akcaoglu, & Rosenberg, 2013). TPACK is three broad knowledge basis
working together seamlessly and interchangeably. These three knowledge basis
are technological knowledge (TK), content knowledge (CK) and pedagogical
knowledge (PK). (Koehler, Mishra, Akcaoglu, & Rosenberg, 2013, p. 2-3).
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Technological knowledge covers the ability
to adapt to and learn new technologies. Technology knowledge is always
adjusting due to the rapidly changing nature of technology. Content knowledge
refers to a specific discipline or subject matter in which teachers are
expected to master. Pedagogical knowledge (PK) describes the set of skills all
teachers need to develop in order to properly deliver this content knowledge in
a well-managed, well organized, engaged and motivated classroom. I like to think of PK as the “teacher toolkit”.
If a school is equipped with the
technology they can absolutely take on the TPACK model. There are a few
different approaches that have been proposed in order for teachers to develop the
TPACK model. One approach is the learning technology by design and activity
types. In the activity type approach teachers develop goals for student learning
and then they choose activity types to match the goals. Then they take those
goals and activities and select certain technologies to go with those specific
activities. Learning technology by design students are in the driving seat.
They are not receiving instruction from the teacher. The students are utilizing
the technology as they are learning. Teachers must be willing to be flexible
when taking on one of these approaches to properly integrate the TPACK model.
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Another thing that teachers should consider is they should begin
with technology that they are relatively familiar with. Teachers will progress towards
the more advanced technologies as they begin to feel more comfortable with the
TPACK model. When a teacher is planning a particular learning event they should
consider the five basic instructional decisions. They must choose the learning
goals, make pedagogical decisions about the learning experience, select and
sequence appropriate activity types, select formative and summative assessment
strategies, and select tools and resources that will support students in the
learning process. (Harris, J., & Hofer, M. 2009).
Works Cited:
Harris, J., & Hofer, M. (2009). Instructional planning
activity types as vehicles for curriculum-based TPACK development. In C. D.
Maddux, (Ed.). Research highlights in
technology and teacher education 2009 (pp. 99-108). Chesapeake, VA: Society
for Information Technology in Teacher Education (SITE).
Koehler, M. J.,
& Mishra, P., Akcaoglu, M., Rosenberg, J. M. (2013). The Technological
Pedagogical Content Knowledge Framework for Teachers Teacher Educators.
Commonwealth Educational. Retrieved from http://cemca.org.in/ckfinder/userfiles/files/ICT%20teacher%20education%20Module%201%20Final_May%2020.pdf
Kimmons, R. (2011, March 22). TPACK in 3 Minutes [Video file]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wGpSaTzW58.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wGpSaTzW58.
I love your post so far. I love that you incorporated the video clip. That really gives the visual learner, like me, a chance to see things and hear things at the same time. I also like how you included the Wordle. You are correct that if the school is equipped with technology, TPACK is possible. I think anything is possible with the right support, supplies, and most importantly, Professional Development.
ReplyDeleteI really liked reading your blog post! You did a great job explaining TPACK in a consistent tone of voice. I like your methods of integrating TPACK. I agree that teachers should begin with the technology they are comfortable using. Teachers need to build confidence and witness the benefits of technology integration before they will become comfortable using it. Technology has the power to personalize and facilitate student learning (Smith & Throne, 2007). As you stated, students are in the drivers seat, which increases motivation and engagement (Smith & Throne, 2007). The TPACK model can really help teachers meet the needs of all students. It is really important that teachers participate in professional development workshops to increase their abilities and confidence in technology usage. Great post!
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Smith, G. E., & Throne, S. (2007). Overview and principles of differentiated instruction. In Differentiating instruction with technology in K-5 classrooms (pp.5-16). Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/images/excerpts/DIFFK5-excerpt.pdf