Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK)

Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) is a model to effectively integrate technology into instruction. TPACK includes knowing what, when, where, and how to use knowledge to guide learning with the appropriate methods and technology tools. TPACK‘s primary knowledge models are content (CK), pedagogy (PK), and technology (TK). TPACK goes further by highlighting other kinds of knowledge that lie between those forms. Those models are pedagogical content (PCK), technological content (TCK), and technological pedagogical Knowledge (TPK).

Using TPACK will improve students’ understandings, thinking, and learning of a particular content. Educators with little to no technology expertise will be challenge to improve their knowledge and skills about technology. Teachers already familiar with technology or the model are challenged to improve their delivery. By following the TPACK model, teachers can see how technology is not only helpful, but an efficient and effective tool for improving instruction.