Bellow is my understanding of TPACK and how
it works.
Technological Pedagogical and Content
Knowledge (TPACK) is one of the learning design frameworks used by modern
teachers. It has been built from Shulman’s, Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK). Teaching is a complex process, which involves
years of endless research and improvement of both subject matter and efficient
ways of teaching and learning.
For those who are not frequent with the
terms Pedagogy and Content Knowledge, bellow is a break down of my understand:
Pedagogy Knowledge: The art and science of
teaching. It includes the understanding of adapting teaching and learning for
different learning styles.
Content Knowledge: Simply the materials or
subject matter being taught. Ie. The Composer, Beethoven or Music in the
1970’s.
TPACK simply adds the knowledge,
involvement and use of technology to the curriculum being taught. Each learning area can benefit by the use of
technology. It may be the use of blogs,
wiki’s, applications or games, which are both informative and fun and YouTube
videos! The list could just go on and on!
The struggle for modern teachers is gaining
a good understanding of technology and how to use this technology to both
engage students and help them learn! Thus, it is extremely important for myself
to begin exploring these endless opportunities and gain an understanding of how
to use technology to ensure I am a successful teacher!
Technology is the way of the 21st
century and we must embrace it rather than ignore it! Education must therefore
adjust to incorporate this changing world. I stumbled upon this cartoon, which
I believe is very true! I hope you all enjoy!
And
remember… EMBRASE Technology… You don’t want to be left behind!
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