EFFECTIVE APPLICATION OF DIGITAL LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES IN ENHANCING PEDAGOGICAL COMPETENCE: CHALLENGES AND SCIENTIFIC SOLUTIONS (A CASE STUDY OF THE DHOCH3 PLATFORM)
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The rapid digitalization of education has necessitated the integration of innovative technologies into teacher professional development programs worldwide. This study examines the effectiveness of digital learning platforms in enhancing pedagogical competence, with particular focus on the Dhoch3 platform developed by the German Academic Exchange Service. The study employs the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge framework as a theoretical foundation to analyze the intersection of technology, pedagogy, and content knowledge in teacher training. Findings indicate that well-structured online professional development programs, particularly those incorporating blended learning approaches and collaborative learning communities, significantly enhance teachers' digital competencies and instructional practices. The Dhoch3 platform exemplifies best practices in digital teacher education through its modular structure, contextual adaptability, and integration of German as a Foreign Language methodologies.
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