NTeQ Philosophy vs' The Traditional Classroom

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NTeQ Philosophy vs. The Traditional Classroom

• Brant Andreassen
• March 27, 2006

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I like my new telephone, my computer works just
fine, my calculator is perfect, but Lord, I
miss my mind!  Author Unknown
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Introduction

• In this age of the modern classroom, teachers are
  bombarded with technological advances that can
  compliment or inhibit instruction.
• In this presentation, well take a look at the
  similarities and differences between the NTeQ
  Model and the traditional classroom.

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Teacher

• NTeQ Model
• Technologically literate
• Uses technology as a tool for teaching
• Creates a multi-dimensional learning environment
• Serves as a facilitator to student learning
• Is proactive when managing technology

• Traditional Classroom
• Uses technology for drill and practice activities
• Is the giver of information may lecture
  frequently
• Is reactive in managing technology
• Lacks technology skills

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Student

• NTeQ
• Actively engaged in learning process
• Serves as researcher seeking knowledge on
  his/her own
• Is technologically competent

• Traditional Classroom
• Waits to receive knowledge from teacher
• Possesses few technological skills
• Is a passive participant to learning

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Computer

• NTeQ
• Is used as a tool does not stand alone
• Functions in tangent with students abilities
• Provides for meaningful learning

• Traditional Classroom
• Used primarily for low-level applications
• Seen as an add-on to the curriculum
• May sit idle in back of classroom

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Lesson

• NTeQ
• Lessons are designed to keep students actively
  involved
• Students play a large role in the lesson
• Objectives are meaningful and authentic

• Traditional Classroom
• Lessons are designed and implemented without
  modifications
• Students are led through a lesson may not be
  actively engaged in their learning

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Environment

• NTeQ
• Students and teachers work together to solve
  complex problems
• The computer is seen as a tool but is not the
  focal point of the classroom

• Traditional Classroom
• The teacher provides for the students needs
  students are passive observers
• The computer is used as a center or during free
  time

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Conclusion

• It is important to remember that the NTeQ Model
  is not designed to be used for every lesson.
• Like other lesson models, the teacher must weigh
  many factors into deciding how to prepare and
  present the information to the students.
• The NTeQ Model can be successful when implemented
  with integrity.

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References

• Morrison, G. R., Lowther, D. L. (2005).
  Integrating Computer Technology into the
  Classroom (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ
  Pearson Education, Inc.