WorksheetsICT Policies for Teaching and Learning
Total questions: 85
Worksheet time: 43mins
According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, what priority does the State give in relation to technology?
Entertainment and media
Research and development, invention, innovation, and their utilization; and to science and technology education, training, and services
Sports and recreation
Tourism
What was the main goal of the National Information Technology Plan for the 21st Century (IT21) crafted in 1992?
It aimed for the Philippines to be 'a newly industrialized country' and 'Asia’s Knowledge Centre.'
It aimed to make the Philippines the leading exporter of agricultural products in Asia.
It aimed to establish the Philippines as the top tourist destination in Southeast Asia.
It aimed to transform the Philippines into a global leader in renewable energy.
In what year did the Department of Education (DepED) begin the Computerization Program to provide computers to all public secondary schools in the Philippines?
1996
2000
1990
2005
Which of the following is NOT one of the Department of Education (DepEd) policies on the use of ICT?
Technology must be studied first as a separate subject then applied in other learning areas as a tool for learning how to learn
The application of computer skills to other learning areas is a curriculum policy
Schools should avoid using new technology in teaching and learning
An education modernization program will equip schools with facilities, equipment, materials, and skills
The DepEd Computerization Program includes not only computerization and connectivity but also teacher professional development, technical training, content development, and strategic planning.
True
False
What is one of the objectives of the ICT Plan for Basic Education? Fill in the blank: To provide the physical infrastructure and necessary technical support to make ICT accessible and useful to students, teachers, administrators, and _________?
school support staff
parents
government officials
community leaders
volunteers
Which of the following is NOT an objective of the ICT Plan for Basic Education?
To develop teacher competence in the use of ICT
To ensure access to the latest developments in ICT
To promote the use of outdated technologies
To undertake curriculum improvement integrating technology
Fill in the blank: The Philippine Education Technology Master Plan aimed for all public secondary schools to have an electronic ________ system by 2009.
library
attendance
grading
canteen
75 percent of public secondary schools teachers shall have been trained in basic computer skills and the use of the Internet and computer-aided instruction.
True
False
What is the name of the project initiated by the Department of Trade and Industry to supply public secondary schools with PC units?
DTI PCs for Public Schools Project
DepEd Computerization Program
School Tech Advancement Initiative
Public School IT Upgrade Scheme
In what year was the 'Philippine Strategic ICT Roadmap' developed by the Commission on Information and Communications Technology (CICT)?
2006
2004
2008
2010
According to the passage, what does BALS stand for?
Bureau of Alternative Learning Systems
Basic Academic Learning Standards
Board of Advanced Learning Studies
Bureau of Applied Language Skills
Which act was enacted in 2014 to expand and democratize access to quality tertiary education through open learning in the Philippines?
Open Distance Learning Act
Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act
Philippine Qualifications Framework Act
Enhanced Basic Education Act
In 2011, which strategy was formulated to make the Philippines a digitally empowered, innovative, globally competitive, and prosperous society?
Philippines’ Digital Strategy (PDS)
National Broadband Plan (NBP)
Philippine Innovation Roadmap (PIR)
E-Government Masterplan (EGMP)
Republic Act No. 10844 created which department in 2016?
Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Department of Education (DepEd)
The DICT is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and administering the national ICT development agenda in the Philippines.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)?
Formulating policies and initiatives in coordination with DepEd, CHED, and TESDA
Developing and promoting ICT in education
Managing private telecommunications companies
Responding to the human resource needs of the ICT sector
What does the National ICT Ecosystem Framework (NICTEF) aim to contribute to in the nation's development?
The realization of an equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development for the nation.
The expansion of private sector profits through ICT.
The limitation of ICT access to urban areas only.
The reduction of government involvement in ICT initiatives.
Which organization provides policy support for ICT4E in undergraduate teacher education?
Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
Department of Education (DepEd)
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
The iSchools- eSkwela - Community eCenter Project provides training for which group of individuals?
Computer laboratory managers and selected teachers
School principals and supervisors
Local government officials
Parents and community leaders
The Intel Teach to the Future Program consists of how many modules on the use of ICT in teaching and learning?
10 modules
5 modules
8 modules
12 modules
World Links (Philippines) and FIT-ED are implementing which two training programs?
Instructional Design Workshop on Web-enhanced Learning; and Teacher Training on Telecollaborative Learning.
Digital Literacy for Educators; and Classroom Management Essentials.
Advanced ICT Integration; and Student Assessment Strategies.
Online Safety Awareness; and Educational Leadership Seminar.
What are the two teacher training courses conducted under the SMART Schools Program initiated by Partners in Learning (PiL) and the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP)?
The Teacher Resource Center Laboratory Technician Training and the 21st Century Leadership Training on ICT for Education (ICT4E).
The Basic Education Curriculum Enhancement and the Advanced ICT Integration Training.
The SMART Classroom Management Workshop and the Digital Literacy for Teachers Program.
The Innovative Teaching Strategies Seminar and the Educational Technology Certification Course.
What is the purpose of the 'Potensyal' initiative mentioned in the Partners in Learning – PBSP program?
The 'Potensyal' initiative is a national search for outstanding schools divisions, schools, and teachers who have exhibited leadership, innovation, openness to technology, and the drive to further school/community empowerment.
The 'Potensyal' initiative is a scholarship program for underprivileged students in rural areas.
The 'Potensyal' initiative is a training workshop for school administrators on financial management.
The 'Potensyal' initiative is a campaign to promote environmental awareness among students.
How many finalist school divisions received two million pesos each under the Partners in Learning – PBSP program, and how were they distributed?
Thirty finalist school divisions (ten each from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao island groupings) received two million pesos each.
Twenty finalist school divisions (five each from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao island groupings) received two million pesos each.
Fifteen finalist school divisions (five each from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao island groupings) received two million pesos each.
Forty finalist school divisions (ten each from Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao, and NCR groupings) received two million pesos each.
What kind of training did Oracle Philippines provide to DepED teachers, and how long did it last?
Oracle Philippines provided an 8-week online training for 60 teachers from 30 pilot secondary schools nationwide.
Oracle Philippines provided a 2-week in-person workshop for 100 teachers from 50 primary schools nationwide.
Oracle Philippines provided a 6-month online course for 30 teachers from 15 secondary schools nationwide.
Oracle Philippines provided a 1-week seminar for 80 teachers from 40 secondary schools nationwide.
Effective ICT policy and planning is the backbone of which of the following?
eGovernance
ICT-enabled societies
Digital inclusion
All of the above
Which group plays a key role in the development, monitoring, and advocacy of ICT-related plans, programs, projects, and standards in the Philippines?
ICT Governance Policy and Planning Group
National ICT Advisory Council
Philippine ICT Development Board
ICT Standards and Compliance Committee
What is the main goal of the National Connectivity and Broadband Development Plan?
To ensure that all Filipinos will reap the benefits of universally accessible broadband, through different policy instruments and interventions.
To promote the use of mobile phones in rural areas only.
To restrict internet access to government offices.
To provide free cable television to all households.
The Philippine Digital Strategy (PDS) Implementation Plan is the national roadmap for ICT for which period?
2005 to 2010
2011 to 2016
2017 to 2022
2020 to 2025
The ICTO provides technical support for the implementation of Data Privacy and Cybercrime Prevention Acts.
True
False
After developing ICT Procurement Manuals and standard bidding documents, which board's approval is ICTO advocating for?
Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB)
Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
Commission on Audit (COA)
ICT Standardization in the Philippines is promoted together with which department?
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Bureau of Product Standards (BPS)
Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Department of Education (DepEd)
Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
What is the purpose of the Philippine ICT Statistics Portal?
To be the gateway to government-approved ICT-related statistics, regularly compiled and updated to facilitate the analyses and development of ICT-related policy, and ICTs’ contribution to national competitiveness.
To provide online training for ICT professionals in the Philippines.
To serve as a platform for social networking among ICT users.
To offer e-commerce solutions for local businesses.
According to the passage, what are the technical issues related to ICT4E in the Philippines?
Readiness, cost-effectiveness, and standardization
Only readiness
Only cost-effectiveness
Only standardization
What percentage of public secondary schools in the Philippines have computer facilities as of the last count?
69 to 72 percent
40 to 45 percent
80 to 85 percent
55 to 60 percent
Fill in the blank: In the Philippines, the backbone for education and research is used by the Philippine Research and Education for Government Institutions Network and administered by the ________.
Advanced Science and Technology Institute of the Department of Science and Technology
Department of Education
National Telecommunications Commission
Commission on Higher Education
Which international consortium provides an advanced networking environment for research and education communities in the Asia-Pacific region?
APAN
AI3
DepED
PREGINET
According to the passage, what is one of the main issues under technical considerations for information technology applications in education?
The cost of textbooks
The issue of standards
The number of students
The length of the school year
Fill in the blank: According to the passage, networks run the risk of becoming electronic white elephants because ________.
there is not enough substantive content within them
they are too expensive to maintain
they are not technologically advanced
they are used only for entertainment purposes
According to the passage, after the first decade of ICT4D, what should investments focus on more than infrastructure?
Hardware
Content and capability building
Software
Networks
According to some estimates, for every dollar invested in ICT4D, how much should be spent on content development?
70 cents
10 cents
30 cents
1 dollar
Which search engine is mentioned as having access to sixteen billion Web pages as of December 2005?
Yahoo
Bing
Ask Jeeves
What is the main challenge facing the learner when using the World Wide Web for information?
Navigating the maze of information.
Finding reliable sources of entertainment.
Learning programming languages.
Accessing paid content only.
Which of the following is NOT traditionally considered a communication technology?
Overhead projector
Cellular telephony
Slide projection hardware
Opaque projector
The first educational communication technology project in the Philippines funded by the World Bank was called:
A) Communication Technology for Rural Education
B) Digital Education for All
C) Rural ICT Project
D) AM Radio for Schools
The determinants of the elements of program design are based on which of the following?
Assessed needs, donor agendas, social agendas, and technology-driven factors
Only donor-driven factors
Only technology-driven factors
Only social agendas
What is one of the responsibilities of the ICT Technical Committee in basic education? Fill in the blank: The ICT Technical Committee is responsible for recommending ________, standards, and guidelines on the use of ICT in basic education.
policies
hardware
software
curriculum
Fill in the blank: One of the responsibilities of the ICT Technical Committee is to establish a _______ on ICT programs and projects.
database
committee
policy
budget
Fill in the blank: The ICT Technical Committee conducts research and development studies on ICT in _______.
education
healthcare
agriculture
transportation
Fill in the blank: The ICT Technical Committee evaluates ICT programs and projects proposed by other government organizations and non-government organizations, and recommends _______ to be taken thereon.
actions
meetings
budgets
locations
According to the passage, the main issue with how ICT is currently regarded in individual offices is:
It is seen as a tool for personal convenience rather than organizational improvement.
It is considered too expensive to implement.
It is viewed as unnecessary for daily operations.
It is only used for communication purposes.
Who supervises the ICT Technical Committee (ICT-TC) according to the passage?
The Principal
The ICT Coordinator
The School Board
The Head of Department
What are the three specific concerns under Technical Issues as discussed in the policy and program options for ICT4E?
Readiness, Cost-effectiveness, Standardization
Security, Accessibility, Usability
Integration, Scalability, Flexibility
Training, Support, Maintenance
Which policy and program response is recommended for Content Issues related to Content Development and Instructional Design?
Adopt a Content Development Program
Implement a Student Feedback Survey
Increase Administrative Staff
Focus on Sports Activities
Which of the following is NOT a specific concern under Utilization Issues in the context of ICT4E?
Coverage of ICT
Appropriate use
Organizational readiness
Cost-effectiveness
What is the recommended policy response for Program Issues involving donor-driven and technology-driven projects?
Adopt an ICT4E Strategic Framework and Formulate Donor Coordination Policy
Increase funding for private sector initiatives only
Focus exclusively on traditional teaching methods
Limit collaboration with international organizations
Structural issues in ICT4E policy and program options pertain to what specific concern?
Organizational readiness
Technological advancement
Financial investment
Curriculum design
Which policy and program response addresses the concern of organizational readiness in ICT4E?
Adoption of Knowledge Management
Implementation of outdated software
Ignoring staff training needs
Reducing ICT budgets
What is the recommended solution to prevent accidents caused by trailing cables?
Leave cables on the floor
Place cables inside cable ducts, or under the carpet/flooring
Tie cables together
Ignore the cables
What should you do to prevent accidents caused by spilled drinks or food near computers?
Keep drinks and food away from computers
Wipe the computer regularly
Use waterproof computers
Ignore spills
Fill in the blank: To prevent accidents caused by overloaded power sockets, you should _________
Never plug too many cables into a socket.
Plug in as many devices as possible to save space.
Use wet hands when plugging in devices.
Ignore any sparks or burning smells from sockets.
What is a possible danger of heavy computer equipment such as CRT monitors and laser printers?
They can cause serious injury if they fall on people.
They can overheat easily.
They are difficult to use.
They are expensive to repair.
What is the recommended solution to prevent injuries from heavy computer equipment falling?
Make sure equipment is placed on strong tables/shelves.
Place equipment near the edge of tables for easy access.
Stack equipment on top of each other to save space.
Ignore the placement as equipment is usually safe.
In the context of ICT, what does 'hacking' usually mean?
Fixing computer problems
Breaking into a computer system
Installing new software
Creating computer programs
A hacker is most likely breaking into a system to ________.
access data
play games
fix bugs
improve performance
If a hacker steals your credit card number or bank password, what type of information have they stolen?
Personal information
Financial information
Medical information
Educational information
What is identity theft?
Identity theft is when a lot of information about you is stolen and used by a hacker to impersonate you online, such as applying for new credit cards, taking out bank loans, or buying cars in your name.
Identity theft is when someone steals your car and uses it for illegal activities.
Identity theft is when you forget your online passwords and cannot access your accounts.
Identity theft is when you lose your wallet and someone finds it.
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to protect your computer from hacking?
A) Use strong passwords
B) Never reveal your login password
C) Share your password with friends
D) Place a firewall between your computer and any network
List two actions you can take to make it more difficult for a hacker to access your computer.
Use strong passwords and place a firewall between your computer and any network.
Share your passwords with friends and family.
Disable your antivirus software.
Connect to public Wi-Fi networks without protection.
What is the purpose of encrypting sensitive information on your computer?
To protect sensitive information in case a hacker gets into your computer.
To make your computer run faster.
To allow anyone to access your files easily.
To delete old files automatically.
What type of product is this and what is its purpose?
It is an anti-hacker software product designed to protect computers from hacking attempts.
It is a word processing software used for creating documents.
It is a graphic design tool for editing images.
It is a music player application for listening to songs.
What does the term 'malware' stand for?
Malicious software
Manual warehousing
Machine learning software
Mail server
Which of the following is NOT a way people can end up with malware installed on their computer system?
Installing software that seems ok, but has malware hidden inside
Having their computer hacked
Visiting dodgy websites and clicking on infected links
Only using official app stores
Which of the following is an example of malware that spies on you?
Adware
Spyware
Rootkits
Antivirus XP 2008/9
Fill in the blank: ________ allows a hacker full access to your computer.
Rootkits
Cookies
Firewalls
Antivirus
Antivirus XP 2008/9 is an example of what type of software?
Malware (specifically spyware)
Productivity software
Antivirus software
Operating system
Which of the following is NOT a possible effect of malware, as shown in the XP Antivirus 2008 warning?
Lost Documents and Settings
Permanent Data Loss
Faster Internet Connection
System not starting up
What is a computer virus?
A piece of hardware that damages your computer
A piece of software that can 'infect' a computer and copy itself to other computers without the users' knowledge or permission
A type of email attachment
A website that gives free software
Most computer viruses come with some kind of ________ - the malware that does something to your computer.
payload
interface
license
update
Which of the following is NOT a way a computer virus can affect your computer?
Install spyware
Search for credit card information
Give someone remote control of your computer
Make your computer faster
Which of the following is the most important thing you can do to help prevent a virus infecting your computer?
Install anti-virus software and keep it up-to-date
Open all email attachments
Download software from any website
Trust cracked versions of software
Fill in the blank: If someone gives you a memory stick or CD-ROM, run a ________ on it before opening any files.
virus scan
disk defragmenter
file compression
system update
Which of the following should you NOT do to protect your computer from viruses?
Don’t open e-mail attachments unless you have scanned them
Don’t click links in suspicious websites
Trust cracked versions of software from file-sharing sites
Install anti-malware software
What does it mean to hold the copyright for a piece of software?
It means you have the protection of the law if anyone tries to steal your software.
It means you can use the software for free forever.
It means you must share the software with everyone.
It means you cannot make any changes to the software.
