Deck 15: Technology and Young Children

Question 1

The majority of food advertising for children features healthy food alternatives.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

____ is a good resource as you prepare to purchase computer software programs.

A)The Association for Library Service to Children
B)The Children's Creative Technology Report
C)Super Easy Software Review
D)The Educational Software Report

Answer 2

A

Question 3

According to Common Sense Media (2013),children from birth to age one spend _________ a day watching TV or are engaged in mobile devices.

A)20 minutes
B)no time
C)58 minutes
D)90 minutes

Answer 3

C

Question 4

High levels of television viewing have been linked to

A)hearing loss.
B)childhood obesity.
C)vision problems.
D)skin cancer.

Question 5

To make computer use more playful,adults should

A)encourage frequent 'play breaks' between computer uses.
B)choose primarily drill and practice software.
C)select software that children use with a low risk of failure.
D)spend considerable time interacting with children as they use the computer.

Question 6

The Internet has valuable content for children and early childhood professionals,such as

A)video-sharing websites (youtube.com,teachertube.com,ehow.com)
B)convenient online shopping.
C)infant/toddler programming.
D)violent video games.

Question 7

It is suggested that computer use in preschool settings is developmentally appropriate because at this time children

A)are learning how to represent their understanding through concrete material use.
B)are already using symbols in their play.
C)are learning about their world through the use of their senses.
D)need to write reports and research topics on the Internet.

Question 8

NAEYC's position statement on developmental appropriateness of technology in the classroom suggests all of the following except

A)early care and education professionals must exercise professional judgment to ensure that each opportunity for computer use is age appropriate,individually appropriate,and sensitive to cultural diversity.
B)computers can stimulate cognitive and social development when used correctly.
C)software selected for use should include stereotyping and the use of violence as a problem-solving strategy.
D)computers should be integrated into the early childhood setting and used by children as simply another learning option.

Question 9

Concerns about television viewing do not include

A)educational programming.
B)time spent viewing.
C)content of programming.
D)advertising issues.

Question 10

Technology devices used by children with special needs to enhance their learning opportunities are called

A)assistive technology.
B)supportive technology.
C)specialized technology.
D)inclusive technology.

Question 11

When selecting computer software,you should make sure it

A)has extensive written instructions.
B)requires minimal adult instruction.
C)is complex in design.
D)has limited verbal/pictorial instructions.

Question 12

Karina,a first-grade teacher,can support appropriate use of the television at home by doing all of the following except

A)distributing professional articles that present benefits and problems of television watching.
B)encouraging families not to limit television viewing.
C)suggesting that families discuss what the children are watching.
D)suggesting moving the television to a room not in the center of family life.

Question 13

Which of the following is not a benefit of video games?

A)Increased eye-hand coordination
B)Improved attention to detail
C)Familiarity with video games is a nonthreatening way to introduce children to computers
D)Exposure to violence as a way to resolve conflict

Question 14

The key ingredient in developmentally appropriate computer use is the

A)amount of money spent on computer accessories.
B)the graphics in video games.
C)the memory needed to save games and products.
D)software selected with play value.

Question 15

Which of the following is a way that early learning professionals can overcome the issue of isolation as a result of computer use?

A)Having more individualized software available to each child
B)Placing more computers in the computer center for each child to use independently
C)Placing more than one chair at each computer station
D)Having a computer programmer create a network for children

Question 16

Digital cameras can be used by young children to enhance learning in all of the following ways except

A)picture walks.
B)collect data for a science activity.
C)document learning for families.
D)document social/emotional development.

Question 17

Families and educators have concerns over video game use because children

A)spend a lot of time watching and playing video games.
B)get ideas for creative writing.
C)learn prosocial skills from video game characters.
D)develop skills needed to cooperate and positively interact with others.

Question 18

A website for your early childhood program can be useful for

A)sharing individual children's assessment scores.
B)giving specific feedback to families about homework assignments.
C)sharing the calendar of events for the week or month.
D)sharing your views on politics and religion.

Question 19

Extensive television viewing by young children can lead to health and fitness problems.

Question 20

Prime-time television viewing by young children is inappropriate when they

A)view developmentally appropriate programs.
B)watch cartoons that focus on promoting positive representation of diversity and prosocial behaviors.
C)watch programs designed for adults that highlight sexual themes and acts of violence.
D)watch educational programs that support their interest in singing,learning about animals,and making friends.

Question 21

Should television/videos be used as an educational tool in the early childhood setting? Why or why not?

Question 22

Beginning as infants,children are exposed to television viewing,computers,cell phones,and electronic toys.

Question 23

There is absolutely no quality television programming for young children.

Question 24

To use computers in developmentally appropriate ways,early care and education professionals need to find physical space for computers in the early childhood setting.

Question 25

What are some other technology examples that can be useful in an early childhood setting?

Question 26

Many elementary schools have computer labs rather than placing computers in the classrooms.What are the problems with this approach for primary children?

Question 27

Describe one benefit of educational television programs.

Question 28

Is the violence that children view on television really a problem? Give a rationale for the position you take.

Question 29

An early concern about computers is that they would isolate children and discourage social interactions.

Question 30

What is drill-and-practice software?

Question 31

Noninteractive media exposure can lead to an overexposure to screen time for young children,even though it is passive.

Question 32

Give an example of preschool children's developmental readiness for computer use.

Question 33

Thousands of software options being sold nationally are specifically designed for use by young children.

Question 34

What are the three roles for caregivers and teachers as they interact with children using computers?

Question 35

From their introduction,computers have been embraced by teachers of young children as an appropriate option in the early learning environment.

Question 36

The term digital literacy refers to interactive media use.

Question 37

Discuss the benefits and concerns of using Internet websites as part of a quality early learning experience.

Question 38

How could early childhood professionals help families deal more effectively with television viewing in their homes?

Question 39

Most of the software available for young children is categorized as drill and practice.While this software has its place,how could you convince families that playful software is a better choice?