1.
If you were having your students create a chart with data they collected, which software would be the best choice?
Correct Answer
B. Microsoft Excel
Explanation
Word is a word processing program. Powerpoint is used for presentations. Access is a database management system. Excel is an electronic spreadsheet program whose options for manipulating numbers have made it the most popular spreadsheet program in the world.
2.
If you want to show a television program that you recorded, you must follow this fair use guideline.
Correct Answer
B. Show it within ten days.
Explanation
For more copyright information visit the PBS site about Fair Use for educators.
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/copyright/
3.
If you wanted to use a videoconferencing site, such as Skype, what tool would you need?
Correct Answer
C. Webcam
Explanation
A web camera (or webcam) is a real time camera whose images can be accessed using the World Wide Web, instant messaging, or a PC video calling application.
For more information visit http://www.123-cams.com/what_is_a_webcam/What%20is%20a%20Webcam.htm
4.
Which of these is an example of proper email etiquette?
Correct Answer
C. Use proper sentence structure and spelling
Explanation
For more email etiquette tips visit http://www.101emailetiquettetips.com/
5.
What is a tool that allows you to take a quick in-class assessment?
Correct Answer
B. Clickers
Explanation
Clickers like the Smart Response system allow for a quick informal assessment. This is faster than using paper and pen because it grades responses immediately and is easier than an online survey.
For more information visit http://smarttech.com/us/Solutions/Education+Solutions/Products+for+education/Complementary+hardware+products/SMART+Response
6.
If you want your students to publish content online, which web 2.0 tool would you use?
Correct Answer
A. Blog
Explanation
Blogs, wikis and websites could be used for online publishing, but the best answer is a blog. For a comparison of how you would use a blog or wiki in your classroom visit http://recomparison.com/comparisons/101083/wiki-vs-blog/.
7.
A project using Powerpoint may include all of the following items except:
Correct Answer
A. Video tape
Explanation
For more information about inserting video and sound visit http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/powerpoint-help/add-sound-and-video-to-a-powerpoint-presentation-HA001159312.aspx.
8.
If you need to respond to an email message you can send a/an:
Correct Answer
A. Reply
Explanation
For an explanation of these actions visit http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook-help/reply-to-or-forward-a-message-HP010006897.aspx
9.
A program that allows you to view pages on the internet is called:
Correct Answer
B. Browser
Explanation
A browser is a piece of software that runs on your PC. Examples are Internet Explorer, Netscape, Opera and Firefox. The browser allows you, via a connection to the internet via your Internet service provider, to access web pages stored on computers (servers) that are connected to the internet. A search engine is a piece of application software that sits on a powerful computer (a server) on the Internet. This computer stores information about where web pages are stored on the internet. Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_difference_between_a_search_engine_and_a_browser#ixzz1gtc6hw20
10.
If you would like to analyze data from your students' test scores what type of program should you use?
Correct Answer
B. Spreadsheet
Explanation
As a general rule of thumb, databases should be used for data storage and spreadsheets should be used to analyze data. For a more detailed comparison visit http://www.qcisolutions.com/dbinfo1.htm.
11.
Recording videos of your lessons and posting them for student viewing is called:
Correct Answer
C. Vodcasting
Explanation
Podcasting is the use of audio files to share information online. Skype and video chat are real time conversations that are usually not recorded. Vodcasting is the best answer. For more about vodcasting visit http://www.cvisual.com/film-techniques/vodcast-01-what-is-vodcast.asp.
12.
If you want all of the updates on websites and blogs you follow to be delivered to one place for reading you should use:
Correct Answer
D. RSS (Real Simple Syndication) reader
Explanation
Watch this Common Craft video that explains RSS. It is on Youtube, but it is the most simple, elegant explanation. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0klgLsSxGsU
13.
Which of the following is a free tool that allows you to collaborate and share documents?
Correct Answer
A. Google Docs
Explanation
Google Docs is an easy-to-use online word processor, spreadsheet and presentation editor that enables you and your students to create, store and share instantly and securely, and collaborate online in real time. For more information and a tour of the site visit http://www.google.com/educators/p_docs.html.
14.
Web based applications for creating online learning sites are often called Course Management Systems (CMS) or Virtual Learning Environments (VLE). Which of the following sites is an example of a CMS?
Correct Answer
B. Moodle
Explanation
For more about Moodle visit http://moodle.org/.
15.
Which of the following answers is the largest amount of information?
Correct Answer
C. 80 Gigabytes
Explanation
For an explanation of bits and bytes visit http://www.thecomputercoach.net/html/bits___bytes_explained.html
16.
Which of the following is an example of a social network created for schools?
Correct Answer
B. Edmodo
Explanation
For more about Edmodo visit http://about.edmodo.com/.
17.
In this website citation the red portion is the:
Smith, Fred. "New Football Recruits." Northwestern Football. Ed. Alex Shokey. 2004. Northwestern University. 6 Jun. 2004 <http://www.football.northwestern.edu/recruits>.
Correct Answer
C. URL
Explanation
URL (Uniform Resource Locator) A URL is a formatted text string used by Web browsers, email clients and other software to identify a network resource on the Internet.
18.
Which of the following is not an example of file sharing?
Correct Answer
C. Saving on the C drive
Explanation
The C drive is only accessed through an individual computer and does not share files.
19.
The differences between access to digital tools for various ages, ethnic groups and income levels is called the:
Correct Answer
A. Digital divide
Explanation
For more about the digital divide visit http://technologysource.org/extra/20/definition/3/
20.
Which of the following is an example of formatting text?
Correct Answer
D. Changing font
Explanation
Formatting text refers to the process of modifying the appearance of text in a document. This can include changing the font, size, color, style, and other visual aspects of the text. In this case, changing the font is an example of formatting text because it involves selecting a different typeface to alter the visual presentation of the text. The other options provided, such as inserting a sound clip, setting margins, and creating a graph, do not involve modifying the appearance of text and therefore do not qualify as examples of formatting text.
21.
What file would you commonly find for a picture?
Correct Answer
A. .JPG
Explanation
The file extension .JPG is commonly used for picture files. It is a widely supported format for storing compressed images, allowing for efficient storage and sharing of photographs. .DOC is a file extension used for Microsoft Word documents, .BMP is a file extension for bitmap images, and .TIF is a file extension for tagged image files. However, .JPG is the most commonly used file extension specifically for pictures.
22.
If you would like to share your students' test scores with the principal what method is the best way?
Correct Answer
C. Ask the principal to log into Enrich to view
Explanation
Logging into Enrich will ensure the privacy of your students.
23.
Effective presentation slides utilize the following technique:
Correct Answer
B. Limited text
Explanation
For more tips and tricks visit http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/10-tips-for-preparing-a-professional-presentation/.
24.
Which of the following is not an electronic resource that students can use for research?
Correct Answer
D. Print almanac
Explanation
A print almanac is not an electronic resource that students can use for research because it refers to a physical book that contains information such as calendars, weather predictions, and statistical data. Unlike online resources such as an online public access catalog (OPAC), web-based encyclopedia, or SC DISCUS, a print almanac cannot be accessed electronically and requires physical access to the book.
25.
If you want to keep a record of the websites you use often you can use:
Correct Answer
A. Bookmarks and favorites
Explanation
For more about using favorites visit http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Managing-your-Internet-Explorer-favorites.