What Is The TPACK Model?

TPACK or technological, pedagogical, and context knowledge domains intersect in order to effectively teach and engage students with technology. It is an approach that looks at the combination of what teachers know, how they teach and the role of technology in order to better impact students learning. So, how does TPACK work ? First, we can consider 3 domains which are content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge and technological knowledge. 

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Content knowledge, CK is the what your understanding and expertise of the subject area you teach whether it is science, social studies, math, language, arts or all of the core curricular areas. CK is made up of all the facts, concept and theories of any given discipline. 

Pedagogical knowledge, PK is the how your expert knowledge of the art and science of teaching. From learning theories to instructional design, PK includes methods of teaching and assessment like project-based learning as well as instructional strategies like think-pair-share. Knowledge of this principles helps you design successful learning experiences for each individual students. 

Technological knowledge, TK is represents your knowledge about the tools including how to select, use and integrate technology into your curriculum. But it is not just about the devices, it is also the quality of content that students access through apps websites and games for learning.

Pedagogical content knowledge or PCK is the intersection of the pedagogical and content areas. The knowledge you have of how to effectively engage students in learning concepts and skills. These knowledge includes approaches for addressing different learning styles and content for deeper understanding.

Technological content knowledge or TCK refers to how technology is used in a subject area for deep and lasting learning. For instance, to further their understanding of the topic, budding scientists can use sophisticated tools to collect evidence, make conversations and document findings. Interactive software allows them to see their data represented in various ways. Application of the technology can help deepen students inquiry within a given discipline.

Technological pedagogical knowledge or TPK is understanding of how to choose and manage technology for your students. For instance, what technology will best for your students work flow throughout their exploration of the scientific method how can you use collaboration tools to have students share their learning with each other. This knowledge about technology will advance your learning.

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In conclusion, TPACK will help you to start with your content and pedagogy and then layer in technology. TPACK remains us that technology is just part of great teaching. It is truly an intricate combination of content, pedagogy and technology that make for innovative teaching and learning.