Preparing 21st-century teacher candidates through embryology learning with technological pedagogical and content knowledge (TPACK) framework

Abstract

This study is aimed at discovering the effectiveness of Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework in establishing master of Embryology concepts and 21st century teachers’ characteristics on students of Biology teacher candidates. The representation of Embryology learning materials were changed into the form of interactive multi-media uploaded on Learning Management System (LMS) Moodle which could be accessed through the internet. The learning taking place using blended learning method was attended by 49 students. The measurement of dependent variables were conducted through LSM and in-class direct observation. The result of the study shows that learning using TPACK framework can enhance the mastery of Embryology concepts significantly (pretest X score = 7.35, posttest X = 15.35, t(48) = 0.74, p < 0.05); and effective in building the character of 21st- century teacher candidates who have 21st-century skills.