A Theory of Technology Integration TPACK

Models of TheoryTPACK

Out with the Old With the new

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What is TPACK ?

Content Pedagogy readingEnglishLanguageComprehensionwritingphonicsRules and conceptsC PLesson plansClassroom structureGroup discussiontutorialsContent and deliveryInquiry based learningDiscussioncollaborationC

Technology TperipheralslaptopscomputerssoftwareHardwareWhiteboardSmart boardWirelessCommunicationHandheld devicesIPAD/IPOD

Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK)Pedagogy - method

Content subject materialTechnologyContentPedagogyTCKTPKPCK

Technology Content Knowledge (TCK)

TechnologyContentPedagogyTPKTCKPCK

Technological Pedagogical Knowledge (TPK)Technology drives the kinds of decisions that we make about content and pedagogy. Peruski & Mishra (2004)

PedagogyContentTechnologyTPKTCKPCK

Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge

TechnologyPedagogyContentTPKTCKPCKTPACK

Context

Technology and a Learning TheoryTPACK + Constructivist Theory

= Successful Technology Integration

What isConstructivism TheoryObservationsScientific studyHow people learnConstruct understanding and knowledgereflection

Constructivism TheoryBuilding and constructingNew informationActive techniques for learning

FacilitatorGuide

Constructivism TheoryRefine understandingExpert learnersExpanding knowledge bank

Students learn how to learn.

Constructivism TheorySpiral processReflection on experiences and knowledgeComplex understandingInformation becomes strongerPassive vs. Active

Learning is constructed

In the ClassroomPose questions and problemsTechniquesInquiryCollaboration

Helping students learn how to learn!

How is the Constructivist classroom linked to technology?Complementary relationshipEnhanced activityCreativity and developmentLearning opportunities

Students learn by Doing

Benefits of integrating Technology into the classroomLarge groups vs. Small groupsFacilitatorActive and engagedTimeCollaboration

AnalysisStrengthsExposureAccessTime comprehensionTime explanationMobile

Analysisweaknesses (Concerns)Inadequate guidanceInadequate facilitationUnfamiliar to software and technologyTeachers confidence

AnalysisOpportunityImplementation of mobile devices, software and programsEnhance learning skillsUp to date with current technologies

Develop critical thinking and problem solving

AnalysisThreatsFunding

Teachers pedagogy

Unfamiliar usage by students and teacher

Inadequate training and development

Integration of TechnologyThe benefits of integrating technology into a constructivist classroom are numerous

Obtaining information and knowledge

Language needs

Enhance learning outcomes.

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