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TOK TECHNOLOGY AND KNOWLEGE

Authored by Warren Spence

Philosophy

11th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

According to Jane Gilbert, what is the key characteristic of the new knowledge in the knowledge society?

It is primarily based on universal truths.

It is defined by its usefulness and application.

It is entirely theoretical and abstract.

It is only produced by academic institutions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In the knowledge society, how does Lyotard's view of knowledge differ from traditional views?

Knowledge is now universal and absolute.

Knowledge is seen as a set of universal truths that everyone accepts.

Knowledge is seen as fluid, with many truths and knowledges coexisting.

Knowledge is exclusively based on natural sciences.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What concern does the author raise about the generalizations made regarding the changing nature of knowledge?

He believes that knowledge has fundamentally changed in recent years.

He argues that there have always been different kinds of knowledge, depending on the context.

He suggests that only academic knowledge is valuable in society.

He claims that applied knowledge is now irrelevant.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

According to the article, which of the following is not a characteristic of academic knowledge as described by Gilbert?

Abstract and rigorous.

Practical and context-dependent.

Objective and authoritative.

Timeless and universal

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the relationship between academic and applied knowledge as described in the article?

They are completely separate and unrelated.

Academic knowledge is purely theoretical, while applied knowledge is always practical.

Academic knowledge is often used in applied fields such as engineering and medicine.

Applied knowledge is irrelevant in the context of modern education.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the author suggest we need to change education in a knowledge society?

By focusing solely on teaching content

By abandoning academic knowledge in favor of commercial knowledge.

By emphasizing learning skills and lifelong learning in addition to content.

By integrating only applied knowledge into the curriculum.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What critique does the author offer regarding the role of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in education?

They are not relevant to the knowledge society

They should replace traditional teaching methods entirely

They are essential but not fully integrated into current teaching practices.

They are more important than academic knowledge.

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