Educational Technology Concepts and Definitions

The video explores the definition and evolution of educational technology, highlighting its historical roots and the distinction between soft and hard technologies. It discusses modern definitions, philosophical assumptions, and the capacity to adapt and solve problems. Ethical practice and systemic application are emphasized as crucial components in the field.

What is the primary focus of educational technology according to the introduction?

• A combination of art, craft, and skill

• Only computers and the internet

• Only fine arts

• Just technical skills

Which of the following is an example of a soft technology mentioned in the video?

• Three-field system of crop rotation

• Smartphones

• 3D printers

• Laptops

How did the division of labor impact productivity?

• Decreased productivity

• Had no impact

• Increased productivity

• Made work more complex

What is a contemporary definition of educational technology according to Gendron?

• A focus on hardware and software

• Only the use of computers in education

• A method to teach arts

• Any systematized practical knowledge based on experimentation and scientific theory

What did LUMS beam's 1964 definition of educational technology include?

• Both hardware and software

• Only software

• Only hardware

• Neither hardware nor software

According to the video, what guides the application of hardware and software in educational technology?

• User preferences

• Technical manuals

• Market trends

• Philosophical assumptions

What did Ivor Davies emphasize in his definition of educational technology?

• The use of the latest gadgets

• Capacity to adapt and manage change

• Focus on traditional teaching methods

• Exclusion of technology in education

What is a key component of the AECT's 2008 definition of educational technology?

• Focus on physical media

• Exclusive use of digital tools

• Ethical practice

• Avoidance of systematic approaches

What does Gentry assume about the application of technological solutions?

• They are always beneficial

• They are unnecessary in education

• They may create other more serious problems

• They always solve problems without creating new ones

What is a lesson emphasized in the video regarding educational technology?

• Think critically about all assumptions

• Ignore the impact of technology

• Accept all assumptions without question

• Focus only on technical skills