Exploring ICT integration in pre-service english language teachers in cali, colombia using a TPACK framework

This study explores pre-service and teacher educators ICT competence levels, usage frequency and their attitude towards ICT integration, as well as their perceptions in using ICT for the teaching of English in three Universities in Cali. This exploratory study was carried out with the participation of 21 Colombian pre-service teachers, and 7 teacher educators. For this study two surveys were used and results revealed that even though teachers are aware of ICT and are able to use some technological tools with pedagogical purpose, ICT integration is not completely achieved. The findings indicated limited computer usage at institutions, varied levels of technological competence and training. Due to this fact there are few opportunities for ICT integration The results were aligned with the TPACK model.