FACTORS AFFECTING LEARNING PEDAGOGICAL CONTENT KNOWLEDGE OF STUDENTS MAJORING IN GEOGRAPHY TEACHER EDUCATION

Abstract

This paper analyzes the factors affecting the formation and development of PCK of Geography student teachers. Based on the PCK model (Pedagogical Content Knowledge) and the PCK model of Geography teachers, we build the theoretical model and explain factors affecting students’ learning of the geographic pedagogical knowledge. Qualitative research was applied in this study with theory review, expert consultation, micro-teaching, practical teaching experience summary. Results from this study have pointed out that students' experience is related to geography, Geography students gain knowledge from general education, and curriculum are the main factors forming the PCK of geography student teachers