ED Tech Chapter 4

All of the following are typically contained in the system unit of a classroom computer except which component?

• The motherboard

• The hard drive

• The CPU

• The operating system

When selecting a printer for your classroom, it is important to consider which of the following characteristics?

• Stylus preparation

• Clarity of color

• dots per inch

• number of pixles

Which is an example of a common input device essential for the digital classroom?

• monitor

• speaker

• mouse

• printer

Which of the following is an advantage of networks in schools?

• Internet connectivity

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  RAM capability

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  Open access for all students

• Restricted communications

Which of the following is a program that tells the computer how to function, how to manage its own operation, and is designed for specific hardware?

• 
  An application

• An operating system

• 
  An optical disc

• Software specifications

Which technology can convert hard copy image to a digital graphic or editable document?

• Smartphones

• Facsimiles

• 
  Laser printers

• Scanners

WiFi technology offers many advantages to networking in schools. Which is a concern when using WiFi in the digital classroom?

• 
  Storage may be limited

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  Student privacy and security of data must be addressed

• Both teachers and students require WiFi training

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  Bandwidth is not fast enough for classroom applications

Which of the following is critical information when selecting software for your classroom computers?

• The software features both text and colorful graphics

• The software is the same grade level as the class you are teaching

• The software addresses all learning styles

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  The software is consistent with the classroom computer specifications

Which is most likely when students are allowed to use E-books in the digital classroom?

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  Students can pirate and steal digital books and texts

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  Learners get instant feedback for assessments

• Students can read and take notes on a digital versions of books

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  Learners can keep a personal journal in a digital format for feedback

A new teacher has been asked to participate in a district committee considering new technology acquisitions for his grade level. This activity is typical of which district technology process?

• Technology integration

• Strategic planning

• Inservice training

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  Application programing