Computer, Keyboarding, and Related Technology (Grades K–12)
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Question 1
1. During a lesson on statistics, a high school math teacher uses a wireless student response system in which students make predictions about scenarios presented on the screen. This method of instruction is particularly useful for helping the teacher to:
- determine who is paying attention during class.
- identify and address difficult concepts before moving on.
- reduce the number of quizzes and tests students need to take.
- increase the amount of material that can be covered in a semester.
Answer to question 1
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0010) Student response systems allow the teacher to present information and pose questions to the class. Students then respond to the questions using a remote clicker. The answers can be compiled so that the teacher can see in real time students' level of comprehension and identify areas in which students are struggling and address the student understanding before moving on.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0010) Student response systems allow the teacher to present information and pose questions to the class. Students then respond to the questions using a remote clicker. The answers can be compiled so that the teacher can see in real time students' level of comprehension and identify areas in which students are struggling and address the student understanding before moving on.
Question 2
2. A school district is most likely to create an intranet for which of the following purposes?
- reducing the district's Internet connection costs
- ensuring greater security of data files stored on the district's server
- providing information to district employees that is not accessible to the public
- allowing users to share hardware resources such as printers and scanners
Answer to question 2
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0010) An intranet is a computer network that uses Internet protocol technology. Unlike the Internet, which creates a network between organizations, an intranet is a network within an organization that is intended for use by members of that organization and not the general public. An intranet is typically used to facilitate communication between an organization's members and improve data sharing capability.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0010) An intranet is a computer network that uses Internet protocol technology. Unlike the Internet, which creates a network between organizations, an intranet is a network within an organization that is intended for use by members of that organization and not the general public. An intranet is typically used to facilitate communication between an organization's members and improve data sharing capability.
Question 3
3. An interactive whiteboard is most likely to benefit students with poor fine-motor skills by providing students with the ability to:
- use their fingers to drag and drop screen elements.
- navigate using a trackball rather than a mouse.
- view multiple screens of information simultaneously.
- perform Internet searches using voice commands.
Answer to question 3
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0010) To select the most appropriate hardware in a given situation it is important for teachers to be aware of the hardware's features and how they can be adapted. An interactive whiteboard is an interactive display. A projector projects a computer's desktop onto the surface of the whiteboard. Users control the computer by using a finger, stylus, or other device. For students with poor fine-motor skills, performing mouse operations such as clicking and dragging may be more easily accomplished using their fingers than by manipulating a mouse or other input device.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0010) To select the most appropriate hardware in a given situation it is important for teachers to be aware of the hardware's features and how they can be adapted. An interactive whiteboard is an interactive display. A projector projects a computer's desktop onto the surface of the whiteboard. Users control the computer by using a finger, stylus, or other device. For students with poor fine-motor skills, performing mouse operations such as clicking and dragging may be more easily accomplished using their fingers than by manipulating a mouse or other input device.
Question 4
4. A teacher wanting to locate unbiased information about the advantages and disadvantages of using a new technology device in a classroom setting should access which of the following resources?
- product reviews written by educators on the manufacturer's Web site
- articles in educational technology journals
- a discussion forum for educators who have tried using the device
- the state's department of education Web site
Answer to question 4
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0010) Educational technology magazines and journals typically provide articles on current research pertaining to the use of technology in schools. Topics might include educational applications of computing, computer-mediated communication, and pedagogical issues surrounding computer use in schools. Journals are often peer-reviewed, ensuring more accurate and unbiased information.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0010) Educational technology magazines and journals typically provide articles on current research pertaining to the use of technology in schools. Topics might include educational applications of computing, computer-mediated communication, and pedagogical issues surrounding computer use in schools. Journals are often peer-reviewed, ensuring more accurate and unbiased information.
Question 5
5. Which of the following questions will best help a teacher ensure that the integration of technology into an instructional unit is effective?
- What types of technology have students been successful with in the past?
- How difficult will it be for the students to learn to use the new technology?
- How often will the students use the technology?
- Will the technology encourage active engagement?
Answer to question 5
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0010) For the integration of technology to be effective, it must happen in ways that deepen and enhance the learning process. Research has shown that active engagement through problem solving or collaboration is one of the primary ways that learning is enhanced in the classroom. The effective integration of technology meets this goal.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0010) For the integration of technology to be effective, it must happen in ways that deepen and enhance the learning process. Research has shown that active engagement through problem solving or collaboration is one of the primary ways that learning is enhanced in the classroom. The effective integration of technology meets this goal.
Question 6
6. A significant difference between information stored in memory and information stored on a hard disk drive is that information stored in memory:
- is limited to text only.
- is available only to the program that stored it.
- can be compressed to save space.
- disappears when the computer is powered off.
Answer to question 6
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0010) In a computer system, a hard disk drive is a form of non-volatile data storage that magnetically stores data whether the power to the computer is on or off. Random Access Memory (RAM) is an example of volatile memory. RAM stores applications and data that are currently in use so that they can be quickly accessed by the computer's processor. Data is stored in RAM only as long as the computer is running. Once the computer loses power, the data stored in RAM is lost.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0010) In a computer system, a hard disk drive is a form of non-volatile data storage that magnetically stores data whether the power to the computer is on or off. Random Access Memory (RAM) is an example of volatile memory. RAM stores applications and data that are currently in use so that they can be quickly accessed by the computer's processor. Data is stored in RAM only as long as the computer is running. Once the computer loses power, the data stored in RAM is lost.
Question 7
7. A student with special needs requires additional assistive technologies in the classroom. To help address the student's needs, the best first step for the teacher to take would be to:
- meet with the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP I E P ) team.
- talk to the student about what type of technology might be helpful.
- access the state education department educational technology plan.
- ask other teachers for assistive technology recommendations.
Answer to question 7
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0010) The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a document that is developed for each public school child who needs special education. The IEP is created by a team that makes decisions about a child's education. The IEP team would have the best information about the student's needs and abilities.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0010) The Individualized Education Program (I E P) is a document that is developed for each public school child who needs special education. The IEP is created by a team that makes decisions about a child's education. The I E P team would have the best information about the student's needs and abilities.
Question 8
8. Which of the following types of software is used primarily to represent and investigate relationships among ideas?
- database
- spreadsheet
- concept mapping
- word processing
Answer to question 8
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) A concept map is a type of graphic organizer used to organize and represent knowledge of a subject or represent the relationships between ideas and concepts. Concept maps begin with a main idea and then branch out to show details related to the main idea. Concept mapping software typically includes graphical tools for showing connections between ideas.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) A concept map is a type of graphic organizer used to organize and represent knowledge of a subject or represent the relationships between ideas and concepts. Concept maps begin with a main idea and then branch out to show details related to the main idea. Concept mapping software typically includes graphical tools for showing connections between ideas.
Question 9
9. In a business setting, a virtual private network (VPN) is most commonly used to:
- provide a user access to a secure network.
- provide a network with user authentication.
- provide system permissions on a network server.
- provide financial simulation software on a network server.
Answer to question 9
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) A virtual private network (VPN) is a technology that creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the Internet. Businesses typically use VPN technology to allow employees to securely access the business network from remote locations.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) A virtual private network (VPN) is a technology that creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the Internet. Businesses typically use VPN technology to allow employees to securely access the business network from remote locations.
Question 10
10. Which of the following is a significant benefit that cloud computing can provide to school districts with regard to software applications?
- Applications could be accessed by students at the school even when the school's Internet connection is down.
- Enhanced user authentication would reduce the risk of unauthorized software access.
- The number of software applications that could be stored on the school's network would be increased.
- Schools could reduce the amount of personnel time required to install and maintain software resources.
Answer to question 10
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0011) Cloud computing is the use of software and hardware resources that are delivered as a service over the Internet or other type of network. Using a software service, users can purchase a subscription to software applications. The cloud manages the applications and the hardware on which they run, reducing the number of applications that need to be installed on individual computers.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0011) Cloud computing is the use of software and hardware resources that are delivered as a service over the Internet or other type of network. Using a software service, users can purchase a subscription to software applications. The cloud manages the applications and the hardware on which they run, reducing the number of applications that need to be installed on individual computers.
Question 11
11. A significant difference between open source software and traditional software packages is that open source software:
- can be downloaded and used without paying a licensing fee.
- prohibits users from modifying the software's source code.
- provides online technical support.
- offers more frequent upgrades.
Answer to question 11
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0011) For a software application to be considered open source, it must be freely distributed and anyone must be allowed to modify the source code. Developers who support the open source concept believe that by allowing individuals to modify and redistribute the software, over time it will become more useful and error free.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0011) For a software application to be considered open source, it must be freely distributed and anyone must be allowed to modify the source code. Developers who support the open source concept believe that by allowing individuals to modify and redistribute the software, over time it will become more useful and error free.
Question 12
12. When planning to review a number of educational software packages for use in the classroom, it is most important for a teacher to answer which of the following questions first?
- How many of the software packages provide free trials?
- How comfortable are the students with using new software?
- What criteria will be used to evaluate the software?
- What is the intended use of each software application?
Answer to question 12
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) One of the most important activities in planning a software evaluation is developing the evaluative criteria. These criteria will provide the teacher with an objective basis for determining the merits of the software's design and functionality.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) One of the most important activities in planning a software evaluation is developing the evaluative criteria. These criteria will provide the teacher with an objective basis for determining the merits of the software's design and functionality.
Question 13
13. A teacher would like to have small groups of students research a topic and then use a Web-based application to create and collaboratively edit a report based on their research. Which of the following types of applications is best suited for this purpose?
- blogging software
- wiki software
- online discussion forums
- instant messaging
Answer to question 13
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0011) Wiki software is collaborative software that runs a Web site that allows users to create and collaboratively edit Web pages via a Web browser. Wiki's are often used as a collaborative project tool in the classroom environment.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0011) Wiki software is collaborative software that runs a Web site that allows users to create and collaboratively edit Web pages via a Web browser. Wiki's are often used as a collaborative project tool in the classroom environment.
Question 14
14. A teacher is most likely to select word-prediction software to help students who struggle with:
- using grammar correctly.
- generating ideas for a writing project.
- creating a summary of what they have written.
- identifying supporting details.
Answer to question 14
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0011) Word-prediction software can be used to help students choose the correct word for a particular sentence or in a particular context. A teacher familiar with the features of the software will be able to identify in which types of situations the software is most likely to be helpful.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0011) Word-prediction software can be used to help students choose the correct word for a particular sentence or in a particular context. A teacher familiar with the features of the software will be able to identify in which types of situations the software is most likely to be helpful.
Question 15
15. A technology specialist is evaluating online learning programs to supplement a district's high school courses. When evaluating these programs, which of the following questions is most important to ask first?
- Is the online learning platform easy to navigate and use?
- Does the online learning platform use a variety of instructional methods?
- Does the program content align with the learning objectives for the course?
- Do the program assessments provide students with immediate feedback?
Answer to question 15
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) Any technology, hardware or software, that is used in a classroom or as part of a course must support the classroom or course curriculum. Learning objectives articulate the knowledge or skills that should be acquired by the end of the course. The more closely aligned a technology is with the learning objectives, the more strongly it will support the curriculum.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0011) Any technology, hardware or software, that is used in a classroom or as part of a course must support the classroom or course curriculum. Learning objectives articulate the knowledge or skills that should be acquired by the end of the course. The more closely aligned a technology is with the learning objectives, the more strongly it will support the curriculum.
Question 16
16. A network administrator can use a person's username for which of the following purposes?
- authorizing or restricting access to certain information on the network
- scheduling software updates that individual users have installed
- monitoring the amount of time users spend using various software applications
- determining whether an e-mail attachment sent to a particular user is infected with a virus
Answer to question 16
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) Access controls are security features that assign levels of access to individual users or groups of users. Usernames are unique identifiers and they can be used to allow or restrict access to files or directories and allow or restrict certain types of actions in those files or directories.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) Access controls are security features that assign levels of access to individual users or groups of users. Usernames are unique identifiers and they can be used to allow or restrict access to files or directories and allow or restrict certain types of actions in those files or directories.
Question 17
17. Which of the following steps is most appropriate in preventing students from violating a school's acceptable use policy (AUP)?
- e-mailing the AUP to students' parents/guardians as soon as a user account has been created
- posting a copy of the AUP prominently on the school's Web site
- having students and their parents/guardians sign the AUP before a user account is created
- providing examples of the types of behaviors that would be a violation of the AUP
Answer to question 17
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0012) Having students and their parents/guardians sign the AUP before a user account is created for the student encourages both parties to read the AUP. By signing the AUP, the students and their parents/guardians are agreeing to the expectations of the AUP.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0012) Having students and their parents/guardians sign the A U P before a user account is created for the student encourages both parties to read the A U P. By signing the A U P, the students and their parents/guardians are agreeing to the expectations of the A U P.
Question 18
18. Answering which of the following questions would best help a student determine whether a particular literary work is in the public domain?
- Is the work familiar to most people?
- When was the work created?
- Has the work been translated into another language?
- Is the author still living?
Answer to question 18
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0012) Works in the public domain are those whose intellectual property rights have expired, have been forfeited, or are inapplicable. Historically, the United States has specified a number of years that a copyright expires after its creation or publication.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0012) Works in the public domain are those whose intellectual property rights have expired, have been forfeited, or are inapplicable. Historically, the United States has specified a number of years that a copyright expires after its creation or publication.
Question 19
19. To ensure the effective implementation of a new technology plan for a school, it is most important to:
- create an action plan and timeline.
- request input from as many teachers as possible.
- develop a schedule for updating technology resources.
- ensure that all technology resources are the most current ones available.
Answer to question 19
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) For the implementation of a technology plan to be effective, a plan of action and a timeline should be created that are based on the goals and objectives of the plan. The plan should take into account the age and condition of all the technology resources in the school.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) For the implementation of a technology plan to be effective, a plan of action and a timeline should be created that are based on the goals and objectives of the plan. The plan should take into account the age and condition of all the technology resources in the school.
Question 20
20. A network administrator for an organization wants to manage user access to network devices, files, and directories. The manager wants to create a plan that can be used to determine who in the organization has what level of network access. In this situation, which of the following concepts would be most helpful for the administrator to apply?
- principle of least privilege
- information security architecture
- user authentication
- personal identification numbers
Answer to question20
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) When managing user access, permissions to perform certain operations or access certain resources can be assigned to specific roles or jobs. The principle of least privilege states that individual users should be able to access only the areas and information needed to perform their job. By applying this principle to the various jobs in the organization, the manager can begin to determine what level of access to provide to individuals in the organization.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0012) When managing user access, permissions to perform certain operations or access certain resources can be assigned to specific roles or jobs. The principle of least privilege states that individual users should be able to access only the areas and information needed to perform their job. By applying this principle to the various jobs in the organization, the manager can begin to determine what level of access to provide to individuals in the organization.
Question 21
21. Ethical issues related to privacy violations are of particular concern in which of the following growing technology industries?
- medical robotics
- data mining
- video gaming
- banking transactions
Answer to question21
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0012) Data mining is the process of collecting and summarizing large amounts of data obtained as Web site visitors navigate a variety of different sites and media on the Web. Data mining allows companies to build customer profiles and develop considerable understanding of customer preferences and behaviors. Since users are unaware of and cannot control what data is collected and how it is used, there is growing concern about ethical issues related to privacy of data collected in this way.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0012) Data mining is the process of collecting and summarizing large amounts of data obtained as Web site visitors navigate a variety of different sites and media on the Web. Data mining allows companies to build customer profiles and develop considerable understanding of customer preferences and behaviors. Since users are unaware of and cannot control what data is collected and how it is used, there is growing concern about ethical issues related to privacy of data collected in this way.
Question 22
22. In a school's technology instruction area, a router would most likely be used to:
- monitor and report on the status of the computer network.
- ensure student compliance with school technology policies.
- monitor students' Internet-related activity.
- connect computers to the school's network server.
Answer to question 22
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) In a technology instruction area, a router would be used to connect individual workstations to the Internet.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) In a technology instruction area, a router would be used to connect individual workstations to the Internet.
Question 23
23. Having students create their own podcasts is most appropriate for a teacher wanting to achieve which of the following objectives?
- Students will be given opportunities to develop their speaking skills.
- Students will use interactive geometry software to develop conjectures.
- Students will engage daily in independent writing and editing.
- Students will compose photographs using principles of design and balance.
Answer to question 23
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0013) A podcast is an episodic program delivered via the Internet. Podcast episodes typically involve audio files. While some podcasts may contain other media, most podcasts are based on audio. Podcasts can be used to provide students with experience in recording their voices, enhancing their speaking skills, and publishing to the Internet. Because podcasts are delivered episodically, students can have multiple opportunities to enhance their speaking skills.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0013) A podcast is an episodic program delivered via the Internet. Podcast episodes typically involve audio files. While some podcasts may contain other media, most podcasts are based on audio. Podcasts can be used to provide students with experience in recording their voices, enhancing their speaking skills, and publishing to the Internet. Because podcasts are delivered episodically, students can have multiple opportunities to enhance their speaking skills.
Question 24
24. A teacher wants to demonstrate to students how to construct a simple machine. A teacher can best project an image of this hands-on activity on a screen by using:
- a laptop and digital scanner.
- a document camera and projector.
- an overhead projector.
- presentation software.
Answer to question 24
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0013) Document cameras are, in essence, high-resolution Web cams. Used with a digital projector, these cameras provide the ability to project images of documents or three-dimensional objects on a screen so that they can be viewed by a large audience.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0013) Document cameras are, in essence, high-resolution Web cams. Used with a digital projector, these cameras provide the ability to project images of documents or three-dimensional objects on a screen so that they can be viewed by a large audience.
Question 25
25. A third-grade classroom has a computer station with instructional software. Which of the following strategies is most likely to maximize students' success at the station?
- pairing students of different ability levels to work together
- creating checklists that students can use to track their progress with the software
- selecting a student to act as a coach for the other students at the computer
- providing a variety of self-paced modules from which students can select
Answer to question 25
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) Learning is maximized when the activities provided match students' learning style and ability. This goal can be met by providing activities of different levels that address various learning styles. In addition, the availability of self-paced modules can help engage students by helping them take responsibility for their own learning.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) Learning is maximized when the activities provided match students' learning style and ability. This goal can be met by providing activities of different levels that address various learning styles. In addition, the availability of self-paced modules can help engage students by helping them take responsibility for their own learning.
Question 26
26. Strong class organization and management skills are most likely to be particularly necessary in which of the following types of educational settings?
- students work individually in a computer lab to create slideshow presentations
- students in a single-computer classroom use the computer for enrichment activities
- small groups of students rotate between multiple classroom learning centers
- pairs of students schedule time at one of two computers to complete research projects
Answer to question 26
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0013) Having multiple learning centers that are used by small groups of students simultaneously requires that the teacher give careful attention to planning the learning objective at each station and how long each group will spend at each station. In addition, the teacher must plan and manage the flow of activities in the room, how each student in the group will interact at the stations, and how assistance will be provided.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0013) Having multiple learning centers that are used by small groups of students simultaneously requires that the teacher give careful attention to planning the learning objective at each station and how long each group will spend at each station. In addition, the teacher must plan and manage the flow of activities in the room, how each student in the group will interact at the stations, and how assistance will be provided.
Question 27
27. In addition to providing devices and connectivity in the classroom, equitable access to technology also means that students with special needs have the opportunity to:
- take the technology home to complete homework assignments.
- learn from teachers who know how to use technology to enhance their learning.
- use the classroom technology whenever they feel they need it.
- discover how different technologies can be helpful in different situations.
Answer to question 27
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0013) If a classroom has technology available for use by a student with special needs but there is no one in the classroom that knows how to use the technology effectively, the student will not gain the maximum benefit from using the technology. To ensure equitable access to technology, classroom staff must be trained both in the functioning of the technology and in how to apply the technology to the student's specific needs.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0013) If a classroom has technology available for use by a student with special needs but there is no one in the classroom that knows how to use the technology effectively, the student will not gain the maximum benefit from using the technology. To ensure equitable access to technology, classroom staff must be trained both in the functioning of the technology and in how to apply the technology to the student's specific needs.
Question 28
28. Which of the following options is a design principle that should be followed when designing classrooms to be active learning spaces?
- Tables, rather than desks, should be utilized to facilitate the teacher's ability to move freely around the room to provide immediate feedback.
- Students should be given the opportunity to engage with mobile devices throughout the day for research and communication.
- Desks should be placed in static rows but can also be moved for projects and small-group work as necessary.
- Flexible arrangements of furniture and resources should be used to encourage communication and collaboration.
Answer to question 28
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) Active learning is a student-centered approach where students construct learning, often in collaboration with other students. An active learning classroom supports this approach by having furniture placement that maximizes interaction between students and the teacher. It also allows for a variety of groupings—whole group circle, small groups, pairs—to be created quickly and easily to meet changing learning needs throughout the day.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0013) Active learning is a student-centered approach where students construct learning, often in collaboration with other students. An active learning classroom supports this approach by having furniture placement that maximizes interaction between students and the teacher. It also allows for a variety of groupings—whole group circle, small groups, pairs—to be created quickly and easily to meet changing learning needs throughout the day.
Question 29
29. When planning to integrate technology into a lesson, a teacher should take which of the following steps first?
- creating a plan for evaluating the effectiveness of the technology used in the lesson
- selecting the types of technology the teacher would like to use
- analyzing the learning styles of the students in the class
- identifying strategies to help activate students' prior knowledge
Answer to question 29
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0014) "Learning style" refers to how individuals respond to a learning environment, and how they concentrate on, process, internalize, and remember new information and skills. A sound understanding of student learning styles should guide the selection and adaptation of technology for a particular unit so that the technologies selected and the ways they are used can best match the way the students learn.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0014) "Learning style" refers to how individuals respond to a learning environment, and how they concentrate on, process, internalize, and remember new information and skills. A sound understanding of student learning styles should guide the selection and adaptation of technology for a particular unit so that the technologies selected and the ways they are used can best match the way the students learn.
Question 30
30. A fourth-grade teacher introduces students to a new software application by using a projector to demonstrate the features of the software. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for reinforcing students' understanding of the software's features?
- having students conduct a "scavenger hunt" to locate the software's tools and features the teacher demonstrated
- allowing students to have undirected time to explore the software on their own prior to using it for a project
- providing students with screen shots and instructions for performing the tasks that they are likely to use most often
- having students attempt to duplicate from memory the demonstration that was just presented
Answer to question 30
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0014) After demonstrating a new software application, it is important to provide students with the opportunity to explore and experiment with the software's features. Creating a "scavenger hunt" provides guided exploration to the software and allows the teacher to focus students' exploration on the tasks that will be most relevant to them in the classroom.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0014) After demonstrating a new software application, it is important to provide students with the opportunity to explore and experiment with the software's features. Creating a "scavenger hunt" provides guided exploration to the software and allows the teacher to focus students' exploration on the tasks that will be most relevant to them in the classroom.
Question 31
31. Several eighth-grade teachers are developing curriculum related to a science unit on chemistry. The teachers would like to incorporate technology into the unit that allows students to analyze how changing variables in a chemical reaction affects characteristics of the reaction. Which of the following types of software is likely to be most effective in meeting the teachers' needs?
- 3-D graphing software
- video courseware
- tutorial software
- simulation software
Answer to question 31
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0014) Simulation software uses algorithms to model the behavior of a system. The software is designed so that various parameters, or variables, can be manipulated or changed. The software then calculates how the system will respond to the changes.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0014) Simulation software uses algorithms to model the behavior of a system. The software is designed so that various parameters, or variables, can be manipulated or changed. The software then calculates how the system will respond to the changes.
Question 32
32. High school students are creating a Web site to use to post photographs of insects that they have taken using a digital camera attached to a microscope. The students would like to have a description of each image appear below the graphic when the mouse moves over the image. Which of the following technologies could be used for developing this functionality?
- bitmap graphics editor
- client-side scripting language
- RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed
- video animation player
Answer to question 32
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0014) Client-side scripting languages are programming languages that can be used to add interactive features to a Web site, making the site more dynamic in nature. One of the features that can be added to a Web site using a client-side scripting language is a rollover. A rollover is a technique that changes a page element, such as an image, when the mouse moves over the image.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0014) Client-side scripting languages are programming languages that can be used to add interactive features to a Web site, making the site more dynamic in nature. One of the features that can be added to a Web site using a client-side scripting language is a rollover. A rollover is a technique that changes a page element, such as an image, when the mouse moves over the image.
Question 33
33. Instant messaging software would be most appropriate in which of the following learning situations?
- students in different geographical locations sharing images with each other
- students updating each other from home in real time about their progress on a group report
- a teacher posting video files for the students to review at a later date
- a teacher answering questions about a homework assignment received via e-mail from multiple students
Answer to question 33
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0014) Instant messaging software is a type of online chat software that allows users to communicate with one or several other users in real time. It is designed to allow users to exchange text-based messages. Instant messaging software does not provide a way to save messages for viewing after an instant messaging session; users must be online at the same time to receive the information
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0014) Instant messaging software is a type of online chat software that allows users to communicate with one or several other users in real time. It is designed to allow users to exchange text-based messages. Instant messaging software does not provide a way to save messages for viewing after an instant messaging session; users must be online at the same time to receive the information
Question 34
34. To enhance elementary school students' ability to integrate new technology into lessons quickly and easily, it is most important for the teacher to take which of the following steps?
- ensuring students have mastered the basic skills common to all technologies
- providing clearly written instructions for each type of technology before students begin using it
- allowing students to experiment with new technology before they receive instruction for how to use it
- assigning a classroom "expert" for each type of technology who can help answer questions and solve problems
Answer to question 34
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0014) The rapid pace of advancements in technology means that students are constantly being introduced to new devices and applications. While the resources may be new, many of the skills needed to use the resources, such as opening and saving files, navigating menus, and accessing help, will be similar. By mastering these skills, students will be able to generalize their knowledge when they are faced with a new technology.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0014) The rapid pace of advancements in technology means that students are constantly being introduced to new devices and applications. While the resources may be new, many of the skills needed to use the resources, such as opening and saving files, navigating menus, and accessing help, will be similar. By mastering these skills, students will be able to generalize their knowledge when they are faced with a new technology.
Question 35
35. The curriculum for a flipped classroom differs from that of a traditional classroom in that a flipped classroom curriculum typically requires students to:
- participate in selecting the topics they would like to study.
- have their homework checked by peers before submitting it.
- access videos and other online content at home before coming to class.
- alternate with their peers in teaching course content.
Answer to question 35
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- Correct Response: C. (Objective 0014) A flipped classroom is a type of blended learning that inverts the traditional learning environment. Students access instructional material outside of the classroom, often online. Teachers use class time to explore topics in greater depth, create collaborative opportunities, and facilitate mastery activities traditionally thought of as homework.
Correct Response: C. (Objective 0014) A flipped classroom is a type of blended learning that inverts the traditional learning environment. Students access instructional material outside of the classroom, often online. Teachers use class time to explore topics in greater depth, create collaborative opportunities, and facilitate mastery activities traditionally thought of as homework.
Question 36
36. A science teacher has been asked by a colleague for help in integrating available technology into the science curriculum. Which of the following steps should the colleague take first in providing assistance to this science teacher?
- Make a list of the possible uses of available software and hardware in the science classroom and laboratory.
- Meet with the science teacher to discuss the curriculum's scope and sequence and any relevant standards.
- Determine the science teacher's level of technology literacy and comfort.
- Assess the need for a workshop series that would benefit all teachers in the building.
Answer to question 36
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0015) Before creating a plan for integrating technology into a classroom, it is important to understand how the technology will enhance student learning. The scope and sequence of the curriculum and the relevant academic standards should be used to guide decisions regarding technology integration.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0015) Before creating a plan for integrating technology into a classroom, it is important to understand how the technology will enhance student learning. The scope and sequence of the curriculum and the relevant academic standards should be used to guide decisions regarding technology integration.
Question 37
37. A school's technology resource specialist demonstrates a new technology at a professional development workshop for teachers. The resource person wants to guide the teachers in an additional workshop activity that will help them with integrating the technology in their classrooms. Which of the following activities would best meet this goal?
- brainstorming ideas for lesson plans
- providing strategies for encouraging school systems to adopt the new technology
- locating online resources that describe appropriate classroom uses for the technology
- discussing the advanced features of the technology
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- Correct Response: A. (Objective 0015) A brainstorming session to generate ideas for lesson plans allows teachers to see a broader range of potential applications for the technology than any individual teacher might have thought of on his or her own. By guiding the brainstorming session, the resource person can make suggestions, answer questions, emphasize good ideas that are generated, and correct misconceptions as they arise. This process will encourage the teachers to think creatively about creating lesson plans and will also build support and collaboration among the workshop participants.
Correct Response: A. (Objective 0015) A brainstorming session to generate ideas for lesson plans allows teachers to see a broader range of potential applications for the technology than any individual teacher might have thought of on his or her own. By guiding the brainstorming session, the resource person can make suggestions, answer questions, emphasize good ideas that are generated, and correct misconceptions as they arise. This process will encourage the teachers to think creatively about creating lesson plans and will also build support and collaboration among the workshop participants.
Question 38
38. A classroom teacher is uncomfortable with new technology and she is resisting trying different ways of integrating technology into the classroom. In this situation, the most appropriate approach for a teacher in a mentoring role would be to:
- remind the teacher that the effective implementation of the school's technology plan requires the full participation of every teacher in the school.
- discuss with the teacher which technologies she is already comfortable with and help her create lesson plans that extend the use of these technologies.
- let the teacher know that her concerns are understandable and ask her to do some research to create a plan that the mentor can help implement.
- ask the teacher to look at the lesson plans of other teachers in the school to see if there is something she might be comfortable trying.
Answer to question 38
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- Correct Response: B. (Objective 0015) The most appropriate tone to take when mentoring a teacher is one that is direct but supportive and that builds on a teacher's strengths. A teacher who is uncomfortable with technology is less likely than one with a higher level of experience to be able to identify how technology can be used or adapted for a particular situation and would benefit from seeing the curriculum-development process modeled.
Correct Response: B. (Objective 0015) The most appropriate tone to take when mentoring a teacher is one that is direct but supportive and that builds on a teacher's strengths. A teacher who is uncomfortable with technology is less likely than one with a higher level of experience to be able to identify how technology can be used or adapted for a particular situation and would benefit from seeing the curriculum-development process modeled.
Question 39
39. Several teachers will be collaborating to explore how new technologies could be integrated into the curriculum. The collaboration will be most effective if the teachers first identify:
- how the results will be communicated to others.
- their individual work and learning styles.
- which teacher will be the leader of the group.
- commonly agreed upon goals and roles.
Answer to question 39
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0015) In a collaborative process, the goal is not only to achieve a desired outcome, but to achieve that desired outcome in the most efficient and effective way possible. For the collaboration to be successful it must be based on mutual goals. Not all collaborative projects require a leader, but it is essential for each member to know what is expected of him or her. Defining the goals and roles at the beginning of the process will eliminate confusion and ensure that the project can move forward smoothly.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0015) In a collaborative process, the goal is not only to achieve a desired outcome, but to achieve that desired outcome in the most efficient and effective way possible. For the collaboration to be successful it must be based on mutual goals. Not all collaborative projects require a leader, but it is essential for each member to know what is expected of him or her. Defining the goals and roles at the beginning of the process will eliminate confusion and ensure that the project can move forward smoothly.
Question 40
40. In a school, a technology coach is more likely than a technology mentor to be available to help classroom teachers with which of the following tasks related to technology integration?
- suggesting resources for finding technology-infused lesson plans
- installing applications and creating student accounts
- brainstorming ideas for utilizing mobile devices in the classroom
- modeling lessons and helping to set goals for integrating technology into the classroom
Answer to question 40
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- Correct Response: D. (Objective 0015) Mentors and coaches play different roles in helping teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. Mentors are typically teachers who are comfortable using technology and can provide suggestions and support as teachers less familiar with technology begin the process of integrating technology into the classroom. Coaches can support teachers in this way but also facilitate the integration into the classroom in a more structured and in-depth way. Coaches can deliver training on new technology, follow up after professional development seminars, and help teachers create and implement technology integration plans.
Correct Response: D. (Objective 0015) Mentors and coaches play different roles in helping teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. Mentors are typically teachers who are comfortable using technology and can provide suggestions and support as teachers less familiar with technology begin the process of integrating technology into the classroom. Coaches can support teachers in this way but also facilitate the integration into the classroom in a more structured and in-depth way. Coaches can deliver training on new technology, follow up after professional development seminars, and help teachers create and implement technology integration plans.