TPACK Framework

TPACK helps teachers effectively teach with technology by providing a framework for lesson planning (Koehler, n.d.). Teachers create their lesson plans using this format to apply content, pedagogical, and technological knowledge, and the areas that they overlap.

For classroom application teachers should start with the content knowledge section of the TPACK model and focus on the content they are going to teach and then focus on the appropriate methods and technology that best benefits student learning. Teachers do not need to use the highest level of thought with every assignment. Sometimes a lower end activity is the most beneficial to a certain type of assignment (Miller, n.d.).

(Koehler, n.d.)

The TPACK Model consists of seven different sections. The three primary sections are Content Knowledge, Pedagogical Knowledge, and Technological Knowledge.

1. Content knowledge deals with the knowledge the teacher has about the subject matter to be taught (Koehler, n.d.).
2. Pedagogical Knowledge deals with the knowledge, processes and methods the teacher plans to use.
3. Technology Knowledge deals with the knowledge of technology being used.

Three other knowledge sections are created where each of the primary knowledge circles connects to another circle. The three sections are:
4. Technological Pedagogical Knowledge – deals with methods of implementing technological to create ways of teaching (Koehler, n.d.).
5. Technological content knowledge – understanding how content and technology complement each other (Koehler, n.d.).
6. Pedagogical content knowledge – knowledge of content and teaching methods to best implement instruction (Koehler, n.d.).

7. Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge – Where all three knowledge circles converge in the center we have the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge. This is considered the basis of effective teaching with technology (Koehler, n.d.). This is where all of your content, pedagogy, and technological knowledge comes to create effective lessons where students learn, create and grow using technology.

Here is an example of a TPACK model (visual below) and lesson that I created for my EDCI 567 class.

With a little practice, utilizing the TPACK model will effectively enhance your teaching using technology in your classroom. I am still learning to implement this model, however, it has made a positive impact on how I determine what technology to use in my classroom.

References:

Koehler, M. (n.d.). Tpack.org. [Image]. Retrieved from http://www.tpack.org/

Miller, M. (n.d.). Rethinking SAMR, TPACK and using technology well. Retrieved from
http://ditchthattextbook.com/2014/03/13/rethinking-samr-tpack-and-using-technologywell/