The TPACK Model.......

The Tpack model how does this help me become a better teacher? From the lecture this week I have started thinking more about what the TPACK model means to me and how I can use it when planning for my students. There are three main parts to this model the Pedagogical Content Knowledge  which is how to teach a particular content or topic area. Technological Content Knowledge which is how to select and use technologies to communicate that particular content and Technological Pedagogical Knowledge which is how to use particular technologies when teaching Koehler and Mishra, (2006).

Through researching this model its has opened my eyes to what it is all about. It is used to educated and guide teachers when reasoning about their teaching. Teachers need to carry out effective implementation of ICT resources and technologies through a wide range of contexts, topics, and to engage and stimulate all students.They must do this by making sure that they are developing a learning environment that demonstrates their professional values, relationships and knowledge Koehler and Mishra, (2006).

It is important that teachers think about what educational and pedagogical technologies they can use when implementing activities. These activities all need to be aligned with the curriculum and key learning areas. The technological tool isn't chosen until last,  the curriculum goals need to be addressed and also the activities goals Hofer and Harris, (2009).

"TPACK is developed authentically, rather than technocentrically (Papert 1987), as an integral aspect of instructional planning and implementation" Hofer and Harris, (2009). 

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Reference List 

Haris, J., Hofer, M, 2009, Instructional Planning Activity Types as Vehicles for Curriculum-Based TPACK Development. Society for Information Technology in Teachers Education, pp. 99-108. 


Mishra, P., Koehler, M, 2006, Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge: A Framework for Teachers Knowledge, Teachers College Record, vol. 108 no. 6. pp. 1017-1054.