Technology & Digital Tools Flashcards
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Which of the following represents a strong password strategy?
Answer: Using a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols with at least 12 characters
Strong passwords combine character variety and length, making them significantly harder to crack through brute force or dictionary attacks.
What is the function of an operating system on a computer?
Answer: To manage hardware resources and provide services for application software
The operating system serves as an intermediary between hardware and software, managing memory, processing, and peripheral devices.
A school district stores student records digitally. Which federal law primarily governs the privacy of those records?
Answer: FERPA
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) protects the privacy of student education records maintained by federally funded schools.
What does 'Boolean search' refer to in the context of research and information retrieval?
Answer: Using logical operators such as AND, OR, and NOT to refine search queries
Boolean search uses logical operators AND, OR, and NOT to combine or exclude keywords, producing more precise search results.
Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of excessive screen time for children?
Answer: Disrupted sleep patterns and reduced physical activity
Research links excessive screen time in children to sleep disruption, sedentary behavior, and reduced opportunities for physical play.
In video conferencing, what does 'asynchronous communication' mean in an educational context?
Answer: Students and teachers engage with content at different times, such as through recorded lectures
Asynchronous communication occurs when participants engage with material at different times, such as watching a recorded lesson or posting in a discussion forum.
A teacher embeds a YouTube video into a lesson. Which of the following is the MOST important consideration regarding digital citizenship?
Answer: Verifying the content is age-appropriate and checking for any copyright or usage restrictions
Teachers must evaluate embedded content for appropriateness, accuracy, and compliance with copyright and fair use guidelines.
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