SUBMIT ARTICLE
ISSN: 2782- 893X
eISSN: 2799-0664

Enhancing Teacher Self-Efficacy in Online Learning Through the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) Framework: Insights from The National Christian College (NCLC) Marikina

IJAMS Publisher

AUTHOR(S)

KIRSTEN MICHELLE T. FERRIOL



ABSTRACT

—— Teacher self-efficacy refers to a teacher’s belief in his ability to influence student motivation, outcomes, and success, as well as efficacy beliefs related to determination, passion, assurance, and instructional behavior. It enables teachers to effectively handle challenges and failures, resulting in higher job satisfaction, lower job-related stress, and better management of student misbehavior. The Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 presented a potential risk to teacher self-efficacy due to the sudden global transition from in-person to online learning. This study sought to determine the role of the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework in developing and enhancing teacher self-efficacy in the National Christian Life College (NCLC) in Marikina to achieve conditions for effective teaching and learning. This study utilized an explanatory sequential mixed-method approach to determine (1) the level of NCLC teachers’ self-efficacy in online learning, (2) their knowledge of TPACK components, (3) the relationship between their self-efficacy and TPACK knowledge, and (4) measures to enhance their efficacy. The study began with a quantitative survey of NCLC teachers, followed by one-to-one semi-structured interviews with selected survey respondents and online learning specialists. The mixed interpretation of the quantitative and qualitative study was observed through the side-by-side joint display. The literature review was then used to support the mixed interpretation, leading to conclusions and recommendations for improving teacher self-efficacy with the TPACK framework. The research findings indicate that NCLC teachers have (1) a “Quite A Bit” rating in self-efficacy, (2) a “Very Good” rating in TPACK, (3) a correlation matrix of linear, strong, positive, relationship between teacher self-efficacy and TPACK, and (4) a strong need for support and a positive affective state to improve their self-efficacy in online learning. Keywords: Teacher self-efficacy; Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) Framework; Online Learning; Online Teaching, Online Distance Learning