TPACK simplified

http://instructionaltechnology2012.blogspot.com.au/


After reading the text my interpretation of the TPACK (Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge) framework for teaching is this.

There are three key types of knowledge in today's teaching and learning environment. These are technology, pedagogy and content knowledge.

Technology Knowledge refers to the ability to effectively use technology to facilitate learning.

Pedagogy knowledge is the knowledge of the processes and practices needed in learning and teaching.

includes

• Planning
• Class rules
• Class routines
• Grouping
• Discipline techniques
• Teaching strategies

Content knowledge is the knowledge of the subject matter being taught. 

This includes

• facts
• concepts
• theories
• mental models
• analogies
• frameworks
• procedures

TPACK is a system that identifies the need for these three knowledges to be combined effectively in order to create a great learning and teaching outcome. It draws on the need to identify students existing knowledge (whether it be consistent/inconsistent) and how to strengthen that knowledge. It investigates the elements of learning and what makes concepts easy/difficult to learn. It looks at the effect that technology has in enhancing learning.

It is the specific and meticulous combination of these three knowledges that creates an environment that is ideally suited to today's tech-savvy learners.