Perceptions Of Pre- Service English Teachers On Integrating TPACK In Speaking Class.

Abstract

The study aims to understand the extent of pre-service teachers' understanding of TPACK integration and identify the challenges they face during its implementation. The research utilized a qualitative approach. By employing semi-structured interviews to gather data from a sample of pre-service English teachers involving three students from the 2nd semester of the English Language Education undergraduate program at the University of Muhammadiyah East Kalimantan. This research also used direct interviews as data collection instruments. The findings of the study reveal a predominantly negative perspective among the participants towards the integration of TPACK in speaking skills instruction. The pre service teachers expressed concerns related to the ineffectiveness and impracticality of TPACK integration, technical issues such as internet connectivity problems, platform compatibility issues, and gadget limitations, as well as a lack of support and guidance. These challenges underscore the importance of carefully considering the effectiveness and practicality of technology integration, addressing technical challenges, and providing adequate support and guidance through mentorship and institutional assistance.