The most important components of the NTeQ model when integrating educational software in the classroom are specifying objectives, computer functions, specifying a problem, and activities before and during computer use ("NTeQ Lesson Components," n.d.). Specifying objectives is critical for NTeQ, because without this component, the teacher will not know which software is the most appropriate for the lesson at hand. There is a vast array of available software, and it is important to choose software that will enable students to accomplish what needs to be accomplished during the lesson. Computer functions are also critical for integrating educational software into the classroom, because the computer's functionality has to be able to support the software capabilities. Specifying a problem is also essential because before choosing or integrating software, the teacher has to identify what problem it is intended to solve so that the appropriate software can be selected. Activities before computer use need to include some introduction to the new software as well as training in how to use it. Activities during computer use will include support for new learners of the software and the choice of activities that will enable students to use and explore the many facets and capabilities of the software in the course of completing their assignment. All of these components should be well planned before attempting to integrate new software into the classroom using the NTeQ model.
NTeQ Lesson Components. (n.d.). NTeQ. Retrieved on December 10, 2009 from: http://www.nteq.com/?p=model
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