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Chapter 44
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-5631-2.ch044
ABSTRACT
A multiple case, descriptive study provides research insights for illuminating the tools and processes
in the online TPACK learning trajectory situated in a social metacognitive constructivist instructional
framework for graduate coursework. In this course, inservice K-12 teachers’ relearn, rethink, and redefne
teaching and learning for developing a 21
st
century literacy signifcantly infuenced by the proliferation
and societal acceptance of multiple digital technologies. The research examination identifes insights
about the incorporation of the key tools (community of learners and refection) and processes (shared/
individual knowledge development and inquiry) in the online learning trajectory for reframing teachers’
Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). Three themes reveal how the online learn-
ing trajectory relies on these tools and processes for enhancing the participants’ learning: the tools
and processes are needed for constructing knowledge, for transitioning the participant’s thinking as a
student to that of a teacher, and for recognizing the value of pedagogical strategies for teaching and
learning with technologies.
Learning is not a spectator sport.
– Anonymous
INTRODUCTION
Concurrent with the scholarly research and publication surrounding the development and recognition
of a new teacher knowledge construct, Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK), many
educational organizations recognized that with societal and technological changes, the meaning of literacy
has shifted in describing a 21
st
century literacy. Since technology has increased the intensity and com-
Online TPACK Learning
Trajectory Tools and Processes
Margaret L. Niess
Oregon State University, USA