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Publication Date: 2012-Jul
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A Preliminary Evaluation of Short Blended Online Training Workshop for TPACK Development Using Technology Acceptance Model
Alsofyani, Mohammed Modeef; Aris, Baharuddin bin; Eynon, Rebecca; Majid, Norazman Abdul
Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology - TOJET, v11 n3 p20-32 Jul 2012
The use of Short Blended Online Training (SBOT) for the development of Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge (TPACK) is a promising approach to facilitate the use of e-learning by academics. Adult learners prefer the blend of pedagogies such as the presentation, demonstration, practice and feedback if they are structured and instructor-led with an efficient training length. In this paper, we suggest that SBOT has the potential to create a highly preferred environment for training if adult learning principles are considered. The study explores the evaluation of this mode of training by using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The results show a great acceptance for this mode of training. Moreover, in practice, dual training modes can be offered for TPACK development programs, which may consist of face-to-face training and SBOT. (Contains 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Feedback (Response), Online Courses, Educational Technology, Workshops, Program Evaluation, Technology Education, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Professional Development, College Faculty, Questionnaires, Teacher Attitudes, Program Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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