Deck 10: Preparing for Tomorrows Challenges

Question 1

Teachers must be skilled in pedagogy,content,technology competence,and information literacy.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Applications for nongovernment technology grants are typically less extensive than federal,state,or local grants.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

__________________ describe classroom practices,lesson development,and professional expectations for 21st century teachers.
A.National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers
B.Teacher Evaluations
C.District Content Standards
D.State Performance Indicators

Answer 3

National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers

Question 4

At present,there are no Internet based schools that offer online courses for high school credit.

Question 5

According to the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers,educators should model digital-age work and learning.

Question 6

Distance learning opportunities help to bridge all of the following gaps EXCEPT
A.Distance
B.Prior experiences
C.Limited course offerings
D.Poverty

Question 7

English language learners and learners with disabilities tend to have less access and use of
technology in schools.

Question 8

Teachers who assign technology-based homework are NOT obligated to assist underserved students in finding alternative ways of accessing digital resources.

Question 9

Describe how the ASSURE model supports 21st century learning.

Question 10

A clever or cute title can improve the acceptance chance of a technology grant proposal.

Question 11

Twenty-first century teachers should develop and maintain a classroom website.

Question 12

Knowing the basics of computer literacy and how and when to use technology to enhance student learning is called
A.Media literacy
B.Basic computer skills
C.Technological competence
D.Learning centers

Question 13

Students should NOT participate in decisions about appropriate technologies to use for class projects and assignments.

Question 14

Long-term professional development for teachers is unnecessary.

Question 15

Which of the following components is NOT included in ISTE's model for Professional Development for Effective Technology use?
A.Online learning
B.Electronic gradebooks
C.Modeling of technology use by trainers and experienced teachers
D.Communities of practice

Question 16

Which of the following describes a global classroom?
A.Seventh grade students engage in a class discussion after viewing a National Geographic DVD about global warming.
B.A class of 4th graders use a globe and paper map to chart Delta Airline flights out of Memphis.
C.Ninth grade students create a short film about "going green" and upload it to their class blog.They also link to various websites with tips and helpful hints supporting the green cause.The students invite visitors to participate by leaving blog comments.
D.A third grade teacher uses the LCD projector to share a PowerPoint presentation about the weekly reading story: "My world." The students use a digital voice recorder to save verbal summaries and thoughts about the story.

Question 17

Discuss the characteristics of a 21st century teacher who is technologically competent,information literate,and committed to professional growth and engagement.

Question 18

Examining and solving _____________ problems prepares students to learn from each other,apply innovative technologies,and prepare for future careers.
A.Mathematical
B.Text-book
C.Real-world
D.Word

Question 19

The teachers at a rural middle school want to integrate more technology into their students' daily learning activities.The school and district lack funding for updated technology equipment and professional development for teachers.What should the school do to move forward with their technology goals?
A.Complain to the administration and district leaders
B.Apply for government and organizational grants
C.Petition the local teachers' union
D.Wait for the funding to catch up with their technology needs
Short-Answer Questions.

Question 20

Being a 21st century teacher means exploring and discovering new technological capabilities that enhance learning experiences.

Question 21

Provide an example of a learning activity that demonstrates technological competence.

Question 22

Describe the basic components included when writing a grant proposal.

Question 23

Describe a professional development learning activity that would support one or more of the NETS-Ts.Be sure to name the NETS-T(s)you select.

Question 24

Name one professional organization that supports educators interested in the application of technology and media to improve learning.Describe the organization's focus.

Question 25

How does technology increase opportunities for communication between school and home? What technology tools are available to support home and school connections?