The TPACK framework, introduced by Punya Mishra and Matthew J. Koehler in 2006, integrates content, pedagogy, and technology knowledge to guide educators in designing effective technology-enhanced teaching, particularly within blended learning environments. The TPACK framework serves as the foundational conceptual framework of blended learning, RTI International. (n.d.). Leaders of the TPACK. This page gives you an overview and includes an introduction video by Chris Tuffnell.

What is the TPACK framework?

The TPACK framework, created by Punya Mishra and Matthew J. Koehler in 2006, stands for Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Mishra, P., & Koehler, M. J. (2006). It guides educators in blending technology into their teaching by integrating three key knowledge areas: content (CK), pedagogy (PK), and technology (TK). The intersection of these areas forms TPACK, representing a comprehensive approach to effective technology-enhanced teaching.

In the context of blended learning, TPACK emphasizes the balance of CK, PK, and TK to enrich student learning experiences. Visualized as a Venn diagram, the framework helps educators design lessons that are both pedagogically sound and content-rich, ensuring technology is used purposefully rather than in isolation.

By applying the TPACK framework, educators can thoughtfully integrate technology into their blended learning environments, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. This strategic approach encourages critical evaluation of technological tools to maximize their educational impact.

What is TPACK

In this video (7:10 mins) Chris Tuffnell introduces us to the TPACK framework. The TPACK framework, developed by Punya Mishra and Matthew J. Koehler in 2006, stands for Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge.

It is a model designed to help educators effectively integrate technology into their teaching practices. The framework identifies three primary types of knowledge that teachers need to combine: content knowledge (CK), pedagogical knowledge (PK), and technological knowledge (TK). The intersection of these knowledge areas is known as TPACK, representing a comprehensive understanding of how to teach effectively with technology.

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TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) is a framework developed by Mishra and Koehler in the early 2000s to guide educators in integrating technology effectively into their teaching by balancing three key domains: content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge, and technological knowledge.
Content Knowledge (CK) refers to an educator’s expertise in a subject area, while Pedagogical Knowledge (PK) involves understanding teaching methods, learning design, and how to transform content into engaging learning experiences.
Combining CK and PK forms Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK), which emphasizes understanding learners' needs, curriculum design, instructional strategies, and effective assessment methods, originally introduced by Lee Shulman in 1986.
The Technological Knowledge (TK) domain was added to address the impact of technology in education, creating subdomains like Technological Content Knowledge (TCK), which examines how technology relates to subject-specific concepts, and Technological Pedagogical Knowledge (TPK), which focuses on how technology affects teaching methods.
TPACK highlights the importance of integrating these three knowledge domains, emphasizing that effective teaching requires a thoughtful blend of content, pedagogy, and technology to create innovative and impactful learning experiences.

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References

Mishra, P., & Koehler, M. J. (2006). Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge: A Framework for Integrating Technology in Teacher Knowledge. Teachers College Record, 108, 1017-1054.
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9620.2006.00684.x

RTI International. (n.d.). Leaders of the TPACK: Blended learning for effective teaching and learning. Retrieved August 18, 2024, from https://www.rti.org/insights/leaders-tpack-blended-learning-effective-teaching-and-learning

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