Final Examination in EdTech

A high school teacher assigns students to research and publish their findings on a blog. After a few weeks, some students plagiarize entire sections from online sources. What principle of digital ethics should be emphasized to correct this behavior?

• Freedom of Expression – allowing students to express themselves however they choose

• Digital Footprint – reminding students that everything they post online is permanent

• Intellectual Property Rights – educating students about plagiarism and fair use

• Open Access Policy – promoting unrestricted sharing of all online materials

• Net Neutrality – ensuring equal access to internet resources

A school district implements adaptive learning software to personalize student experiences, but some teachers worry about data privacy risks. What should administrators prioritize to balance innovation and security?

• Mandating software use without discussing concerns to encourage technology adoption

• Training teachers on cybersecurity measures and student data protection

• Restricting all digital learning tools and returning to paper-based instruction

• Allowing students to opt out of digital learning if they are concerned about privacy

• Allowing only students with parental consent to use adaptive learning tools

A university professor uses AI-powered grading tools to assess student essays. After reviewing feedback, students notice inconsistencies and claim bias in AI evaluations. What ethical dilemma does this highlight?

• Algorithmic Bias – AI systems may favor certain linguistic patterns or styles

• Digital Divide – Not all students have equal access to technology

• Copyright Infringement – AI-generated feedback violates fair use policies

• Cybersecurity Breach – Student data is vulnerable to hacking

• Information Overload – Too much digital feedback reduces student motivation

A teacher assigns students to debate on internet censorship in education. One student argues that some websites should be blocked to prevent misinformation, while another insists that students should access all information freely. Which approach aligns with balanced digital literacy?

• Strict Censorship – Schools should block all non-educational content

• Full Freedom – Students should access all content and learn independently

• Guided Access – Teachers should curate and contextualize online materials

• Government Control – Authorities should determine what is accessible

• Corporate Regulation – Private tech companies should filter online content

In an online class, students must use digital tools for collaboration. However, one student from a low-income background struggles due to unreliable internet. What long-term solution should the school implement?

• Require students to complete all work offline and submit hard copies

• Encourage students to find public Wi-Fi spots, such as coffee shops or malls

• Provide equitable access by lending devices and offering internet subsidies

• Allow students with poor internet to opt out of online activities

• Penalize students who cannot meet digital requirements to maintain fairness

A teacher assigns an online research project but notices that students frequently visit unsecured websites. What cybersecurity best practice should the teacher emphasize?

• Using only HTTPS websites and verifying site credibility

• Relying only on social media sources for research

• Downloading content freely without concern for security

• Disabling browser security settings to access more resources

• Avoiding all online research and using printed sources only

A university allows students to access cloud storage for school projects. A student accidentally shares sensitive personal information in a public folder. What immediate action should the student take?

• Report the issue and remove the file from public access

• Ignore it since most people won’t notice the mistake

• Create a new account and abandon the compromised one

• Contact all viewers and ask them not to use the information

• Move all files offline to prevent future incidents

A teacher receives malicious phishing emails claiming to be from the school’s IT department. What is the most secure response?

• Clicking the link to verify if the request is legitimate

• Replying to confirm whether the email is real

• Ignoring the email and deleting it without reporting

• Forwarding the email to IT support and warning colleagues

• Sharing login details to test if the email is fake

In an online learning session, a teacher notices that a student’s webcam was hacked, showing an unfamiliar person instead. What should the school do?

• Instruct all students to disable webcams permanently

• Teach students about webcam security and covering cameras when not in use

• Ignore the issue and assume it was a glitch

• Require students to install more software without explanation

• Punish students for using unauthorized devices

A school is considering implementing a new online assessment tool that uses facial recognition technology to monitor students during exams. What should the school prioritize to address ethical concerns?

• Ensuring transparency about data collection and usage

• Relying solely on traditional assessment methods

• Implementing the tool without informing students to avoid panic

• Limiting access to the tool to only high-performing students

• Using the technology to track student attendance instead