Technology

Question 1

A teacher is planning a science lesson that focuses on classifying objects based on physical properties. Which of the following would be the most appropriate way to incorporate technology into the lesson?

A. watching a YouTube video explaining the different physical properties

B. asking students to search the internet for examples of liquids

C. using an interactive website that allows students to explore the physical properties of different objects

D. assigning each student an object and having them create a presentation about their object

Answer 1

Option C is the correct choice because it allows all students to explore various objects and learn more about their physical properties. Remember, the lesson is focused on classifying objects. The teacher could then lead a class discussion on ways to sort the objects based on physical properties. Option A does not actively involve the students in the lesson and does not cover physical properties of different objects, just physical properties in general. Option B only focuses on liquids, not other physical properties. Option D prevents students from comparing and classifying numerous objects when using technology, because they are only focused on their assigned object. Option C is the only one that clearly addresses the whole lesson objective and integrates digital technology to enhance it through active student participation.

Question 2

Networks (for computers)

Answer 2

a system of computers that share information

Question 3

Peer-Reviewed Journal

Answer 3

a high quality source of information which uses experts to screen each article submitted to the publication

Example.
The New England Journal of Medicine

Question 4

Collaboration Software

Answer 4

applications designed for multiple users to share and work on files and documents together

Question 5

Domain Address

Answer 5

the official name of a website

Example.
www.si.edu is the domain address for the Smithsonian Institute

Question 6

Primary Source

Answer 6

the “first hand” eye-witness accounts of an event

Example.
a letter written by George Washington about a battle he fought in

Question 7

Asynchronous Communication

Answer 7

communication that does not occur at the same place or time

Example.
Teachers working together on a lesson plan by using collaboration software to track changes and make comments instead of sitting in a room together at the same time to complete the task.

Question 8

Word Processing Software

Answer 8

used to create documents; used for planning, drafting, editing, revising, and publishing written work

Example.
Word, Google Docs

Question 9

Presentation Software

Answer 9

computer programs or applications designed to create and deliver visual presentations, typically consisting of slides containing text, images, videos, and other multimedia elements

Example.
Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Apple Keynote, and Prezi

Question 10

Input/Output Devices

Answer 10

devices that send information to and receive information from computers

Example.
keyboard, mouse

Question 11

Reliable Source / Credible Source

Answer 11

information presented in a professional way, with a formal tone, includes source documentation, and author and/or publisher information.

Example.
a textbook

Question 12

Data Filtering

Answer 12

choosing specific part of data set for viewing

Question 13

File

Answer 13

a collection of data

Question 14

Spreadsheet

Answer 14

A tabular view of data with columns and rows; the intersection of a column and row is called a cell.

Question 15

Hardware

Answer 15

the physical components of a computer system

Example.
components like the CPU, motherboard, and RAM

Question 16

Secondary Source

Answer 16

these resources are used to interpret the primary sources in order to determine their validity; written about the primary sources

Example.
a textbook explaining a battle

Question 17

Assessment

Answer 17

tools used to evaluate student growth and determine whether educational goals are being met

Question 18

App

Answer 18

a software application that is designed to perform a specific function for the user and can be utilized for teaching purposes

Example.
Remind, Canva, Kahoot

Question 19

Memory

Answer 19

the storage of information in the computer

Question 20

Software

Answer 20

programs and applications that run on a computer

Example.
Example: a word processor (Microsoft Word)

Question 21

Virus

Answer 21

a foreign computer program that runs against the owner’s desire and typically runs one or multiple programs

Question 22

Website

Answer 22

collection of web pages housed under a common domain name that are viewed on an internet browser

Example.
kids.nationalgeographic.com, learninglab.si.edu

Question 23

Equity

Answer 23

the opportunity for all student to have equal success in their education

Example.
If technology is required for an assignment, planning to provide access to if some students do not have access at home

Question 24

Search Engine

Answer 24

a tool for finding information on the internet using keywords

Question 25

Database

Answer 25

used to store and organize information

Question 26

Learning Management System (LMS)

Answer 26

platform used to create and deliver digital content

Question 27

Blog / Discussion Board

Answer 27

platform for posts about various subjects and comments on the posts Example. Edublogs, Flipgrid

Question 28

URL Extension

Answer 28

the notation at the end of a web address that categorizes the website type Example. .edu (extension for websites certified to be managed by an educational institution)

Question 29

Multimedia Presentation

Answer 29

presentations that incorporate sounds, images, videos, and text to impart the speaker’s message

Question 30

Mrs. Fields is creating a lesson plan for her third-grade inclusion class. Which of the following should Mrs. Fields include in the lesson plan to ensure that all students receive quality instruction? a. small-group instructional activities that place students into homogeneous groups based on their academic ability b. individual instruction for each student to properly address the curriculum modifications reflected in each student's IEP c. various self-directed instructional activities that address and accommodate instruction for varying levels of cognitive development d. additional time at the end of each instructional activity to reteach and address the needs-based instruction modifications where necessary

Answer 30

Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: This is the best answer as all students are provided with the general instruction. Also, students that need additional instruction or modifications to general instruction are accounted for with the provision of additional time.

Question 31

Which of the following appropriately identifies the teacher's role in understanding and using technology? a. Teachers should expect students to understand technology, and don't need to be able to use the tools in the classroom. b. Teachers should rely on pencil and paper and in-person communication, because students are lacking in these abilities because of a reliance on technology. c. Effective teachers should understand basic terms and concepts related to current technology. Most classrooms have technology for teacher and student use and should be utilized appropriately. d. Teachers should be experts on all new technology and need to be able to teach students how to use these tools.

Answer 31

Option c is the correct answer. Explanation: Teachers should be able to use tools in the classroom and should have a competent knowledge of technology to help in student learning and communication.

Question 32

A student has submitted her list of sources for her research project. She has collected information from her state's government webpage, an encyclopedia, a newspaper, and a blog. Which of the listed sources is unreliable? a. the newspaper b. the blog c. the government webpage d. the encyclopedia

Answer 32

Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: A blog is unreliable because it is difficult to determine the expertise, accuracy, and bias of the author.

Question 33

A third-grade teacher is trying to enhance their current science lessons with age-appropriate technology resources. When selecting these resources, the teacher should place the greatest emphasis on finding technology that: a. involves characters or celebrities that the students are interested in. b. requires student interaction or involvement. c. can explain new concepts more concisely than the current lesson. d. can be used at home and at school.

Answer 33

Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: Technology should be engaging and should involve students as active participants. Technology can be an affordable and accessible way to include interactive learning in lessons of every subject.

Question 34

An 8th-grade class is studying accuracies and inaccuracies in the media, and students have been asked to self-select an article and rate the article according to the validity of the information. A student has found an article on a reputable news site but has noticed that much of the information presented in the article does not align with coverage of the event on other sites. What is an appropriate guideline for the student to follow? a. Review coverage of the event from other media sites before making an informed decision on whether the information is accurate or not. b. Acknowledge the article as inaccurate and no longer refer to that media site as a reputable source. c. If the information in the article does not align with similar coverage, it is likely a piece of satire. d. Since it is on a reputable site, all information is factual and accurate.

Answer 34

Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: Students should be advised to review the facts of the event in order to make an informed decision. Reviewing other articles will help the student to confirm the accuracy or inaccuracy of the information provided in the first article.

Question 35

Mr. Buffett is a high school home economics teacher. He wants his students to become familiar with household budgets. Which would be the most appropriate software method to use for this assignment? a. multimedia presentation b. word processing c. database design d. spreadsheets

Answer 35

Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: Spreadsheets allow individuals to input numbers and perform a variety of functions. The other answer options would not provide the flexibility of the spreadsheet.

Question 36

Mrs. Jones wants to use a website in her presentation. Which of the following is the most important for her to do first? a. Analyze the website and its content to ensure it is appropriate. b. Discuss with the class what websites can and cannot be used for academic purposes. c. Ask the parents their opinion of the quality of the website. d. Convey to students the importance of citing sources.

Answer 36

Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: This is the best option, because before the teacher can present the website to the students, the teacher must be sure of the validity of the content.

Question 37

Which of the following interactive online tools would best assist a teacher in trying to gauge the understanding of her class in real-time? a. an interactive presentation tool in which students can respond on a device to questions posed by the teacher within the presentation b. a time tracking and productivity app, which features instant timesheet recording and visual progress graphs c. an online whiteboard app for classroom brainstorming sessions d. a learning management system, which can assist with creating content, designing lessons, and assessing understanding

Answer 37

Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: It can sometimes be hard to check student understanding without making a student feel embarrassed in front of his or her peers. To avoid this, an interactive tool in which a teacher can pose questions to students and see their responses in real-time can be really helpful.

Question 38

A teacher has assigned her 7th-grade class a research project focused on exploring different careers. Of the following options, which would be the most credible source for applicable information? a. A blog written by a person who quit their job as a lawyer to become a teacher. b. A chart on Wikipedia that ranks the top 15 jobs in the U.S. c. A forbes.com article comparing salaries and reported levels of happiness from different careers. d. An editorial in the local newspaper explaining why so many Americans end up unhappy in their careers.

Answer 38

Option c is the correct answer. Explanation: While salary and reported happiness do not offer a complete picture of the career, a Forbes article based on researched data and interviews would be the most reliable source.

Question 39

A second-grade class is reading an article while studying magnets. The teacher projects the article while each student reads along on a printed copy. Before reading, the teacher performs the following think-aloud: So, we're about to read the article "Sticking to Magnets" by Timothy H. Allenthorpe, Ph.D. Ph.D. is an acronym for Doctor of Philosophy. That means that this author went to school for a very long time and studied extensively in his field. This author must know a lot about magnets. If I look over here at the "Meet the Author" section of our textbook, it says he graduated from Columbia University. That's pretty impressive. It also says that he helped NASA develop a type of magnet used on space shuttles!" The primary purpose of this think-aloud is to: a. show the class how smart the author must be since he attended an Ivy League school and works with NASA. b. introduce students to the process of determining a text's credibility by analyzing the author's expertise and credentials. c. demonstrating that people can do many different jobs in life, such as being an author and a scientist. d. give students time to settle into the activity by drawing attention to less important parts of the text.

Answer 39

Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: The teacher in this example is modeling how to identify an author's credibility. It is clear that he is an expert on magnets based on his credentials and job experience.

Question 40

Which of the following website titles represents a credible source? a Travel Source International b The National Science Journal c U.S.A. Wikipedia Entry d The U.S. Kennel Club

Answer 40

correct Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: The National Science Journal represents a credible source because peer-reviewed scholarly journals have been checked by many experts to ensure credibility.

Question 41

A second-grade class is reading an article while studying magnets. The teacher projects the article while each student reads along on a printed copy. Before reading, the teacher performs the following think-aloud: So, we're about to read the article "Sticking to Magnets" by Timothy H. Allenthorpe, Ph.D. Ph.D. is an acronym for Doctor of Philosophy. That means that this author went to school for a very long time and studied extensively in his field. This author must know a lot about magnets. If I look over here at the "Meet the Author" section of our textbook, it says he graduated from Columbia University. That's pretty impressive. It also says that he helped NASA develop a type of magnet used on space shuttles!" The primary purpose of this think-aloud is to: a give students time to settle into the activity by drawing attention to less important parts of the text. b introduce students to the process of determining a text's credibility by analyzing the author's expertise and credentials. c show the class how smart the author must be since he attended an Ivy League school and works with NASA. d demonstrating that people can do many different jobs in life, such as being an author and a scientist.

Answer 41

correct Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: The teacher in this example is modeling how to identify an author's credibility. It is clear that he is an expert on magnets based on his credentials and job experience.

Question 42

Which of the following would NOT be considered a reliable research source? a a blog b a university website c a newspaper d a book

Answer 42

correct Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: A blog could be written by anyone, and therefore would not be a reliable source without significant background knowledge and research on the author's expertise.

Question 43

Which of the following should NOT be considered when evaluating an internet source for credibility on a topic? a the amount of relevant information provided by the source b the author(s) and publisher of the website c the design of the website and the frequency of spelling and/or grammar errors d the date of publication or copyright date

Answer 43

Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: Simply because a source has a lot or a little information to use, does not mean it is a valid source. incorrect Option d is the wrong answer. Explanation: This should be considered when evaluating whether a source is reliable.

Question 44

Which of the following appropriately identifies the teacher's role in understanding and using technology? a Teachers should expect students to understand technology, and don't need to be able to use the tools in the classroom. b Teachers should rely on pencil and paper and in-person communication, because students are lacking in these abilities because of a reliance on technology. c Teachers should be experts on all new technology and need to be able to teach students how to use these tools. d Effective teachers should understand basic terms and concepts related to current technology. Most classrooms have technology for teacher and student use and should be utilized appropriately.

Answer 44

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: Teachers should be able to use tools in the classroom and should have a competent knowledge of technology to help in student learning and communication.

Question 45

A teacher has assigned her 7th-grade class a research project focused on exploring different careers. Of the following options, which would be the most credible source for applicable information? a A chart on Wikipedia that ranks the top 15 jobs in the U.S. b A forbes.com article comparing salaries and reported levels of happiness from different careers. c A blog written by a person who quit their job as a lawyer to become a teacher. d An editorial in the local newspaper explaining why so many Americans end up unhappy in their careers.

Answer 45

correct Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: While salary and reported happiness do not offer a complete picture of the career, a Forbes article based on researched data and interviews would be the most reliable source.

Question 46

Which strategy should a student use to verify the credibility of statistics in an online news article? a compare the statistics with data from government or academic websites b accept the statistics as credible if presented alongside bold graphics and charts c trust the statistics if they appear in the first paragraph of the article d verify the statistics by reading the comments section below the article

Answer 46

correct Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: Comparing data to reputable sources like government or academic sites helps verify its accuracy.

Question 47

Which is the most important item to keep in mind when choosing an internet article to reference in a research paper? a how many downloads the article has had in the last year b how many opinions fit the argument of your paper c how many facts fit the argument of your paper d how credible, reliable, or accurate the source is

Answer 47

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: This is the correct answer because the author wants to have correct, reliable information in the research paper rather than focusing on just opinions or false information.

Question 48

While researching for information to use on an upcoming persuasive essay, the writer identifies the author or organizations responsible for the website, then considers possible biases that may influence the information presented. This approach demonstrates an understanding of which part of the research process? a determining source credibility b accurately citing sources c distinguishing between primary and secondary sources d distinguishing between paraphrasing and plagiarism

Answer 48

correct Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: Identifying who is responsible for creating the website can reveal bias or presumed expertise on the topic. It is important to make sure your research is from a credible source, with reasonably reliability and without ulterior motives for the information they present.

Question 49

A first-grade teacher would like to incorporate more technology in her instructional planning. Which of the following describes a developmentally appropriate use of technology that would meet this goal? a Students record themselves reading a book at their reading level. b Students are allowed to play an educational computer game if they complete their work. c Students use an app that checks spelling and grammar before turning in their work. d Students use a word processing program to type a personal narrative.

Answer 49

correct Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: This would allow students to practice reading aloud and would also allow the students and teacher to listen to their recordings at a later time.

Question 50

Which of the following is the most effective way for a teacher to use technology to increase their productivity? a using a storytelling app to create graphics, videos, or cartoons to use in the classroom b using advanced presentation software tools to create class presentations with bright colors and eye-catching graphics c using a learning management system to personalize lessons for each student d using real-time collaboration and authoring tools to share documents with students and edit student writing assignments

Answer 50

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: Real-time collaboration and authoring tools can save teachers a lot of time that is wasted copying documents for students and editing student writing and assignments.

Question 51

Ms. Morris wants to educate students about the importance of using credible websites in their research. Which of the following characteristics should she instruct students to look for when choosing a website to cite? a contains the most facts and opinions about the topic the students are researching, regardless of the site address or author b contains articles published by known leaders in the field, which are available for download to students for their use c contains graphics of what the students are researching in order to bring greater depth to the text of their papers d contains a published author, date of information, source of the information, and domain address

Answer 51

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: This is a list of information that the teacher should suggest students use when choosing a website to cite, making this the correct answer choice. The information in this answer choice would be necessary for proper citations.

Question 52

Mr. Driscoll is in the process of applying for a teaching job at Smith Middle School. At his last job, Mr. Driscoll listed the class syllabus as well as homework assignments online for students to access at home. Mr. Driscoll received and answered questions about specific assignments online and even posted grades as soon as students completed an assignment. In his job application, what can Mr. Driscoll include as having experience with? a course management systems b interactive whiteboard applications c instructional design tools d cloud-based collaboration tools

Answer 52

Option a is the correct answer. Explanation: Course management systems are collections of software tools providing an online environment for course interactions. Mr. Driscoll's former school was using a course management system. incorrect Option d is the wrong answer. Explanation: A cloud-based collaboration tool allows students and teachers to work together on a document in real-time. Some course management systems can incorporate cloud-based collaboration tools, but Mr. Driscoll did not describe this.

Question 53

Which of the following interactive online tools would best assist a teacher in trying to gauge the understanding of her class in real-time? a a time tracking and productivity app, which features instant timesheet recording and visual progress graphs b a learning management system, which can assist with creating content, designing lessons, and assessing understanding c an online whiteboard app for classroom brainstorming sessions d an interactive presentation tool in which students can respond on a device to questions posed by the teacher within the presentation

Answer 53

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: It can sometimes be hard to check student understanding without making a student feel embarrassed in front of his or her peers. To avoid this, an interactive tool in which a teacher can pose questions to students and see their responses in real-time can be really helpful.

Question 54

Which of the following is a benefit of administering an assessment though a digital platform (e.g., Google Forms)? a detailed feedback for students b easily grading open-response questions c opportunities for differentiation d instant feedback for students

Answer 54

Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: When students take a digital assessment, they typically can see instantly whether they have answered correctly or incorrectly. This can be helpful as a self-assessment tool to help students gauge their own comprehension. Digital assessments with automatic grading are limited, however, because they are best suited to selected-response questions, not open-ended answers. incorrect Option b is the wrong answer. Explanation: Digital assessments are best suited to selected-response questions (multiple-choice, true false, etc.) and can provide inaccurate feedback for open-response questions. For example, they can be case-, spelling-, or punctuation-sensitive, which can be frustrating for students.

Question 55

A student is completing a research project about WWII. Which of the following sources would NOT be a credible source and should be avoided by the student? a the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum website b a forum where people have discussed the impact of WWII on the world c pictures of political cartoons from the 1930s and 1940s d a series of maps published in an atlas that show the changes of borders in Europe from 1930 to the present day

Answer 55

correct Option b is the correct answer. Explanation: In a forum, it can be difficult to know the background of people sharing their perspectives. Therefore, the validity of the information is unreliable.

Question 56

A tenth-grade English teacher wants her class to use a wide variety of resources and technology in their end-of-year project. She asks each student to use three online sources and two written sources and incorporate a multimedia presentation to show the class. After class, four students who have limited opportunities and technological resources outside of school approach her and express their concern that they may not be able to fulfill all the project requirements because of their limited means. The teacher can best respond and meet the needs of the students using which of the following strategies? a Place the four students into a group and allow them to have more class time with the school resources than the other groups. b Give each student a clear set of written instructions for the project so they can reference the expectations throughout the activity. c Design the project so each activity can be completed using only the school library and a paper notebook. The teacher can give an opportunity for extra credit for the use of outside resources and technology. d Place students into small groups that consist of students of varying means and abilities while also structuring class time so all students have equal access to the school's equipment. It will be important to let each student know the after-school hours available to access the school resources.

Answer 56

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: Using groups of students of varying means allows the responsibilities between the students to be split to best accommodate individual situations. Also, giving each student equal access to the school resources provides all students the means to meet the minimum requirements of the project.

Question 57

Which of the following should NOT be considered when evaluating an internet source for credibility on a topic? a the date of publication or copyright date b the author(s) and publisher of the website c the amount of relevant information provided by the source d the design of the website and the frequency of spelling and/or grammar errors

Answer 57

correct Option c is the correct answer. Explanation: Simply because a source has a lot or a little information to use, does not mean it is a valid source.

Question 58

A fifth-grade class will be using electronic sources while researching for an upcoming project. The teacher has conducted a lesson reviewing how to determine a source's credibility and practiced previewing a website for relevant source information. Which of the following would best help students ensure their sources are credible while researching on their own? a Ask students to get teacher approval before using a source for data. b Have students work with a partner, checking each other's new source for credibility. c Provide students with a reference list detailing ways to determine a source's credibility. d Allow students to only use sources from one teacher-approved database.

Answer 58

correct Option c is the correct answer. Explanation: By giving students a checklist of ways to determine credibility, students can easily and quickly determine a source's credibility. This allows students to practice this skill while scaffolding their understanding of what makes a website credible.

Question 59

Students in a music theory class have been assigned to use the internet to complete a research project. Which of the following describes how the teacher can best prepare the class to conduct their research? a Provide instruction that identifies all of the tools and sources available in the school library. b Provide instruction that focuses on the use of word processing software to organize and edit a paper. c Provide instruction that guides students through the outlining, drafting, and editing process. d Provide instruction that guides students through the process of evaluating internet sources for validity and accuracy.

Answer 59

correct Option d is the correct answer. Explanation: Since students will be conducting research using internet sources, it would be most appropriate to teach a lesson on the use and evaluation of internet sources in order to teach students how to select reliable sources for their projects.