Deck 12: Assistive Technologies and Innovative Learning Tools

Question 1

Historically speaking, many technological breakthroughs were a result of research and development:

A)in universities.
B)in businesses.
C)in the military.
D)that occurred accidentally.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Single message switches are an example of which areas of assistive technology?​

A)Communication
B)Environment
C)Sensory
D)Mobility and transportation

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Personal amplification systems, hearing aids, Braille transcription, large print, and audio books are all examples of:

A)ergonomic aids.​
B)daily living aids.
C)sensory aids.
D)communication aids.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Computers cannot only reduce the amount of time it takes students to learn basic skills, they can significantly improve student scores on standardized tests.

Question 5

The majority of school districts are quick to embrace technology and to change what they teach and how they teach it.

Question 6

Current research has shown that the integration of verbal and visual elements can increase communication and learning, and is more effective than text that is separated from visual elements.

Question 7

All of the following statements on mobility and transportation aids are true, EXCEPT:

A)barrier free environments work well for everyone.
B)wheelchairs, stair lifts, and walking devises create independence.
C)it costs too much to create barrier free environments when only a few people benefit.
D)mobility and transportation aids can result in a student gains in self-confidence.

Question 8

Assistive technology (AT)is a luxury for individuals with disabilities.

Question 9

All of the following statements regarding assistive technology (AT)are true, EXCEPT AT can:

A)support all types of learners.
B)provide an alternative mode of performing a task.
C)enhance an individual's strength.
D)compensate for any disability.

Question 10

Technology has been in the classroom for over ________ years.​

A)50
B)35​
C)25
D)15

Question 11

Extracurricular activities can empower students to:​

A)make their own decisions.
B)build leadership skills.​
C)gain new experiences.
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 12

Technology has enabled students with a wide range of disabilities to do all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)have individualized instruction.​
B)do everything a child without disabilities can do.
C)fully participate in the general education curriculum.
D)develop skills above and beyond expectations.

Question 13

Environmental aids assist us in completing everyday repetitive tasks without causing undue stress on parts of our bodies.

Question 14

Computers are not going to replace teachers in the foreseeable future because:​

A)high quality computers cost more than teachers.
B)computers are too unreliable.
C)skills practiced on computers still need to be taught before they can be used.
D)computers are too subject to errors.

Question 15

Which of the following legislative acts defines an assistive technology device as any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities?

A)The Assistive Technology Act of 2004
B)IDEA 2004
C)The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 16

As twenty-first century educators, we must incorporate and effectively use technology as a tool for teaching and learning if our students are to successfully take their places in the technological global economy that awaits them.

Question 17

Educational technologies can be used to teach students essential skills that they will need in the content areas.

Question 18

Modified sports equipment; audio descriptions and captioning for movies; adapted video games; modified skis, rackets, and musical instruments; adapted spinners and game pieces; and modified cameras are examples of:​

A)seating and positioning aids.
B)computer access aids.
C)sports, recreation, and leisure aids.
D)education and learning aids.

Question 19

It is a well-known and evidence-based fact that computers dehumanize learning.

Question 20

When considering assistive technology, the low-tech solutions should be tried first.

Question 21

When an educational team is discussing AT solutions, which of the following guiding questions would be LEAST helpful?​

A)What is the functional area of concern?
B)What motivates the student?
C)Was the technology solution under consideration designed with this student's particular disability in mind?
D)What are the student's strengths, preferences, and current abilities?

Question 22

When purchasing classroom software, teachers should ask themselves all the following questions, EXCEPT:

A)can hackers easily get into the program?
B)can time limitations be removed?
C)can the access method be changed?
D)is the text described in a sound narrative or video (and vice versa)?

Question 23

The ultimate factor in determining the best technology solution is to involve __________ in the decision making process.​

A)the parents
B)the student​
C)all the student's teachers
D)the principal

Question 24

Tools that not only help school systems analyze building sites, bus routes and rezoning needs, but are also increasingly being used in geography, science, economics, and math lessons are:

A)Global Spatial Technologies (GSIs).​
B)Wikis.
C)Concept Maps.
D)Personal digital assistants (PDA).

Question 25

When selecting the technology that will most likely result in academic success for a student, the key is to carefully look at the:​

A)student, environment, classroom, and tools.
B)student, parent, environment, and classroom.
C)student, environment, task, and tools.
D)student, environment, task, and computers.

Question 26

Using index cards or an instructional strategy such as chunking information into manageable components are examples of a __________ assistive solution.​

A)no-tech
B)semi-tech
C)low-tech
D)high-tech

Question 27

Digital storytelling combines the art of telling stories with a variety of:​

A)pictures.
B)vocabulary.
C)multimedia tools.
D)digital cameras.

Question 28

When looking for an assistive technology device to help a student succeed, remember to focus on the:​

A)technology for a specific disability.
B)amount of time it will take to teach the student to use the technology.
C)functional learning outcomes.
D)amount of time it will take you to learn how to use the technology.

Question 29

Blogs and wikis can be powerful educational tools because they provide opportunities for all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)collaboration.​
B)physical interaction with and manipulation of learning objects.
C)peer mentoring.
D)engagement in the evolution of  projects.

Question 30

Innovative technologies that are currently being used in many of today's classroom include all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)interactive white boards.​
B)media literacy tools.
C)PDAs.
D)biometric devices use to take attendance.

Question 31

A __________ assistive technology solution generally involves the use of a computer and/or specialized computer software, such as a voice recognition program.​

A)no-tech​
B)semi-tech
C)low-tech
D)high-tech

Question 32

Graphic novels have the potential to do all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)help struggling readers visualize what they are reading.
B)help diverse students learn the essentials of reading, writing, and interpretation skills.​
C)eliminate the need for reading instruction at the elementary level.
D)enable students to become knowledgeable consumers of ideas and information.

Question 33

The primary purpose of assistive technology is to:​

A)show students what technology can do.
B)maximize the student's ability to complete a task by minimizing obstacles.
C)make learning more fun.
D)minimize the student's disability by maximizing the tasks.

Question 34

Differentiated instructional strategies:​

A)are almost impossible to create.
B)allow teachers to offer additional support and individualization during regular instruction.
C)are limited to one or two techniques.
D)are incompatible with assistive technology aids.

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic categories of assistive technology?​

A)No-tech
B)Semi-tech
C)Low-tech
D)High-tech

Question 36

In addition to providing access to the curriculum, we can use technology to do all the following, EXCEPT:

A)serve as a catalyst for actively engaging students in the learning process.
B)provide an environment that encourages collaboration and the development of critical thinking skills.
C)convert visual, concrete, and meaningful knowledge into abstract concepts.
D)provide multiple means for student engagement and completion of assignments.

Question 37

It is essential that teachers become aware of the technological solutions that are available to their students because:​

A)if they are not, they will tend to only offer no-tech solutions.​
B)the more knowledgeable the teacher, the more likely all the students will have their needs met.
C)students may never reach their full potential without the assistance of a particular AT device.
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 38

When discussing guiding questions concerning AT that come under the __________ area, the team should consider the natural supports, such as peer tutors, that already exist in the classroom.

A)student
B)environment
C)task
D)tools

Question 39

The ultimate goal of assistive technology is to find the best technology that:​

A)appropriately addresses state standards.
B)matches user preferences and enables the student to successfully complete the task.
C)is affordable within school district budgetary guidelines.
D)is available on the market.

Question 40

Using an adapted pencil grip, a tape recorder, or step-by-step picture reminders are all examples of a _____________ assistive solution.​

A)no-tech
B)semi-tech​
C)low-tech
D)high-tech

Question 41

What are some of the promises and challenges created by technology such as text messaging and mobile phones in today's classroom?

Question 42

How has technology improved the quality of their life for individuals with disabilities since the 1800s?

Question 43

Identify 3 types of assistive technology, and explain how these assistive technologies improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Question 44

Describe the relationship between the new educational standards and current technologies available in most schools.

Question 45

Podcasting has the potential to do all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)enable education to become more portable.​
B)support visual learners by displaying pictorial representations.
C)support visual learners by displaying pictorial representations.
D)support auditory and English language learners.

Question 46

Provide examples of the types of assistive technology that might be beneficial to a student who has difficulty holding a pencil, from a no-tech solution to a high-tech solution.

Question 47

How could the technology described in the "imaginary" classroom at the beginning of the chapter make your life as a teacher easier, and in what ways would your students with disabilities benefit?

Question 48

Discuss the types of assistive technology (AT)training that would benefit professionals, families, and users.