History Of Technology In Schools

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    Which of the following is NOT part of the media literacy cycle?

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This is Quiz #1 based on the Social History of Media,Technology and Schooling article, videos and other readings you accessed as part of your Inter-Activity #1. There are 20 questions. YOU MAY ONLY TAKE THE QUIZ ONCE.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is NOT an example of Web 2.0?

    • Electronic Whiteboard

    • Blog (or web log)

    • Podcast

    • Google documents

    Correct Answer
    A. Electronic Whiteboard
    Explanation
    An electronic whiteboard is not an example of Web 2.0 because it does not involve user-generated content or collaboration. Web 2.0 refers to websites or applications that allow users to interact and contribute their own content, such as blogs, podcasts, and Google documents. An electronic whiteboard, on the other hand, is a digital version of a traditional whiteboard and does not typically involve user-generated content or collaboration.

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  • 3. 

    Teaching machines were originally built for which group of professionals?

    • School psychologists

    • Air force specialists

    • Math teachers

    • Scientists

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Air force specialists
    Explanation
    Following World War II, the U.S. military had a huge surplus of machines
    that were used to train Air Force specialists. They
    renamed the machines subject matter trainers and
    put them in school classrooms.

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  • 4. 

    The history of technology in schools can best be summed up as which of the following?

    • Non-stop educational innovation

    • Full of possibility as well as problems

    • Unprecedented pedagogical excellence

    • Predominantly a failure

    Correct Answer
    A. Full of possibility as well as problems
    Explanation
    The history of technology in schools is rife with tensions and contradictions. Its history is complex that is problematic yet also filled with possibility (See Larry Cuban's "Teachers and Machines: The Classroom Use of Technology Since 1920; New York: Teachers College Press, 1986).

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  • 5. 

    What term describes the use of educational technology primarily for entertainment or reward?

    Correct Answer
    edutainment
    Explanation
    See top of page 48 in the article.

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  • 6. 

    What were the main reasons teachers did not embrace the use of film in the classroom during the 1950s?

    • The films were too much like recorded lectures

    • There was not enough evidence that they film helped students learn

    • The use of film was driven more by technicians than teachers

    • Teachers were worried that they would be replaced by film projectors

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    See p. 44 second column.

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  • 7. 

    Advantage(s) of using the TV remote control in the classroom is/are:

    • Skipping through the commericals

    • Pausing a video clip for class discussion

    • Learning to program the clock

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Skipping through the commericals
    A. Pausing a video clip for class discussion
    Explanation
    The advantage of using the TV remote control in the classroom is that it allows the teacher or students to skip through commercials, which saves time and allows for uninterrupted viewing of educational content. Additionally, the remote control can be used to pause a video clip for class discussion, allowing for deeper analysis and engagement with the material. Learning to program the clock is not mentioned as an advantage of using the TV remote control in the classroom.

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  • 8. 

    Channel One programming was controversial during the 1990s because (check all that apply):

    • It did not reduce high drop out rates.

    • The equipment did not function properly.

    • It forced students to watch commercials during the school day.

    • Parents were not allowed to view it.

    Correct Answer
    A. It forced students to watch commercials during the school day.
    Explanation
    In exchange for a satellite dish, wiring and a TV and VCR in every classroom, our principal had to make sure that all students watched the program (including the commercials) at least 90 percent of the time. The big issue was whether or not it violated students' civil rights by forcing them to watch commercials since school attendance is compulsory.

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  • 9. 

    Under NCLB, by the end of what grade should students achieve technological proficiency?

    • 4th

    • 8th

    • 10th

    • 12th

    Correct Answer
    A. 8th
    Explanation
    Under NCLB, students should achieve technological proficiency by the end of 8th grade. This means that by this grade level, students should have a solid understanding of how to effectively and responsibly use technology for various purposes. This includes skills such as using computers, navigating the internet, using productivity software, and understanding digital citizenship. By achieving technological proficiency by 8th grade, students are better prepared for future academic and professional endeavors that require the use of technology.

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  • 10. 

    To what does Web 2.0 refer?

    • The second generation of the World Wide Web

    • Software that resides on the Web rather than on your computer

    • Information on demand

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Web 2.0 refers to all of the above options. It encompasses the second generation of the World Wide Web, which introduced interactive and collaborative features. It also includes software that is web-based, allowing users to access it through a browser rather than installing it on their computer. Additionally, Web 2.0 is characterized by information on demand, where users can access and retrieve information whenever they need it.

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  • 11. 

    The dominant response by teachers over Channel One in the school classroom was:

    • To fast forward the program during the commercials

    • To pause the program and ask critical questions

    • To use the equipment to produce their own programming

    • To just let it play and ignore it

    Correct Answer
    A. To just let it play and ignore it
    Explanation
    Most teachers just let it play because they were not allowed to control the broadcast. In many cases, students did their homework while teachers took attendance.

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  • 12. 

    According to Grace Dubois, what is the biggest stumbling block to teaching students how to be critical consumers and users of information? 

    • The push of bureaucracy and capitalism

    • Lack of funding

    • Not enough computers

    • Ill-prepared teachers

    Correct Answer
    A. The push of bureaucracy and capitalism
    Explanation
    The biggest stumbling block to teaching students how to be critical consumers and users of information, according to Grace Dubois, is the push of bureaucracy and capitalism. This suggests that factors such as government regulations and profit-driven motives can hinder the development of critical thinking skills in students. These influences may prioritize certain agendas or restrict access to unbiased information, making it challenging for students to navigate and evaluate information effectively.

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  • 13. 

    About how much money has the U.S. government spent over the past decade to place computers in schools and to connect classrooms to the internet?

    • $10 million

    • $100 million

    • $4 billion

    • $40 billion

    • We don't know

    Correct Answer
    A. $40 billion
    Explanation
    The correct answer is $40 billion. This indicates that the U.S. government has spent a significant amount of money, specifically $40 billion, over the past decade to provide computers in schools and connect classrooms to the internet. This substantial investment highlights the importance placed on integrating technology into education and ensuring access to digital resources for students.

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  • 14. 

    What type(s) of instruction dominated in the 1850s? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

    • Recitation

    • Lecture

    • Silent reading

    • Group projects

    • Journaling

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Recitation
    A. Lecture
    Explanation
    See the top of page 43 in the reading.

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  • 15. 

    Web 2.0 technologies can facilitate a shift from young people as consumers of information to young people as what?

    • Savvy consumers

    • Critical consumers

    • Responsible citizens

    • Social recluses

    Correct Answer
    A. Responsible citizens
    Explanation
    According to Grace Dubois, Web 2.0 technologies function to facilitate a shift from young people as consumers of information to young
    people as responsible and participatory citizens.

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  • 16. 

    Classroom TV was criticized by teachers during the 1960s because:

    • Teachers came to rely excessively upon it

    • TV couldn't stop to answer when a student had a question

    • TV could instruct more students from the front of the classroom

    • Student interest in reading increased

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Teachers came to rely excessively upon it
    A. TV couldn't stop to answer when a student had a question
    Explanation
    During the 1960s, Classroom TV was criticized by teachers because they became overly dependent on it. As a result, they relied excessively on the TV as a teaching tool, potentially neglecting other methods of instruction. Additionally, one of the drawbacks of Classroom TV was that it couldn't pause or stop to address student questions, which limited interactive learning. This lack of immediate interaction hindered the ability to address student queries and engage in real-time discussions.

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  • 17. 

    In the 1850s, technology in schools consisted mainly of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

    • Books

    • Pencils

    • Slate boards

    • Maps

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Books
    A. Pencils
    A. Slate boards
    Explanation
    See the top of page 43 in the article.

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following characteristics of the internet make it an ideal medium for learning?

    • Its non-linearity

    • Its vast amount of information

    • The user's ability to conceptually search for information

    • Its anonymity among users

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Its non-linearity
    A. Its vast amount of information
    A. The user's ability to conceptually search for information
    Explanation
    The internet is an ideal medium for learning due to its non-linearity, vast amount of information, and the user's ability to conceptually search for information. Non-linearity refers to the ability to navigate freely between different topics and resources, allowing learners to explore and follow their own interests. The vast amount of information available on the internet ensures that learners have access to a wide range of resources and perspectives. The user's ability to conceptually search for information means that learners can search for and find relevant information based on their own understanding and conceptual framework. These characteristics make the internet a powerful tool for self-directed and personalized learning.

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  • 19. 

    Despte dramatic developments in media and technology over the past 50 years, schooling has remained very much the same in terms of which of the following?

    • Parent involvement

    • Drive for efficiency

    • Protectionist policies

    • Democratic education

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Drive for efficiency
    A. Protectionist policies
    Explanation
    Over the past 50 years, despite the advancements in media and technology, schooling has not changed significantly in terms of the drive for efficiency and protectionist policies. This means that schools still prioritize being efficient in terms of time, resources, and achieving desired outcomes. Additionally, protectionist policies are still in place to safeguard the interests of the education system and maintain control over curriculum, standards, and funding. These factors have remained relatively constant despite the changes in media and technology.

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  • 20. 

    The article mentions which of the following benefits to students using teaching machines in the 1960s and 1970s? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

    • Technological literacy

    • Critical thinking

    • Individualized instruction

    • Learning through trial and error

    • Reinforcement of foreign language skills

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Individualized instruction
    A. Learning through trial and error
    A. Reinforcement of foreign language skills
    Explanation
    See the bottom of page 44.

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