ATSW Technology Integration 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A teacher wants students to collaborate on a shared document in real time during class. Which tool is MOST appropriate?
- Google Docs (Correct answer)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (desktop)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Printed handout
Correct answer: Google Docs
Google Docs supports real-time multi-user editing and commenting, making it ideal for synchronous collaboration.
Question 2: Which of the following BEST describes the SAMR model's 'Redefinition' level?
- Technology allows for the creation of new tasks previously inconceivable (Correct answer)
- Technology acts as a direct substitute with no functional change
- Technology acts as a substitute with some functional improvement
- Technology allows for significant task redesign
Correct answer: Technology allows for the creation of new tasks previously inconceivable
Redefinition is the highest SAMR level, where technology enables entirely new learning experiences that were not possible before.
Question 3: A teacher notices students are off-task on their laptops during independent work. What is the BEST technology management strategy?
- Use classroom management software to monitor and restrict screens (Correct answer)
- Collect all devices immediately
- Assign longer reading tasks to keep students occupied
- Disable the school Wi-Fi during class
Correct answer: Use classroom management software to monitor and restrict screens
Classroom management software allows teachers to monitor student screens and redirect off-task behavior without disrupting the learning environment.
Question 4: Which type of assessment tool allows teachers to gather immediate student feedback during a lesson using students' devices?
- Student response system (e.g., Kahoot, Poll Everywhere) (Correct answer)
- Summative written exam
- Paper rubric
- End-of-unit portfolio
Correct answer: Student response system (e.g., Kahoot, Poll Everywhere)
Student response systems provide instant formative data, allowing teachers to adjust instruction in real time.
Question 5: A student with a visual impairment needs to access digital text. Which accessibility feature is MOST helpful?
- Screen reader software (Correct answer)
- Increased display contrast only
- Larger monitor
- Headphones
Correct answer: Screen reader software
Screen readers convert digital text to synthesized speech, providing full content access for students with visual impairments.
Question 6: When integrating a new educational app, a teacher should FIRST:
- Align the app to specific learning objectives before introducing it to students (Correct answer)
- Let students explore the app freely for a full period
- Request that the district purchase licenses before evaluating the app
- Replace all existing instructional materials with the app
Correct answer: Align the app to specific learning objectives before introducing it to students
Purposeful integration requires ensuring technology supports defined learning goals before classroom use.
Question 7: Which practice BEST promotes digital citizenship among middle school students?
- Teaching students how to evaluate online sources for credibility and bias (Correct answer)
- Allowing unrestricted internet access to build self-regulation
- Blocking all social media without explanation
- Rewarding students who spend the most time on educational websites
Correct answer: Teaching students how to evaluate online sources for credibility and bias
Critical evaluation of online information is a foundational digital citizenship skill that supports lifelong learning.
ATSW Technology Integration 2
A teacher wants students to collaborate on a shared document in real time during class.
Which tool is MOST appropriate?