M.Ed Educational Technology and Digital Learning 3

Question 1

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of open educational resources (OER)?

Accepted Answer

They are freely available and openly licensed for use, adaptation, and redistribution

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They require a paid subscription to access

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They are produced exclusively by government agencies

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They can only be used by accredited institutions

Question 2

A school district is implementing a 1:1 device program. Which step is MOST critical before distributing devices to students?

Accepted Answer

Developing an acceptable use policy and digital citizenship curriculum

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Selecting the most expensive devices available

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Ensuring all textbooks are digitized immediately

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Requiring students to purchase their own device accessories

Question 3

In educational technology, 'gamification' refers to:

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Applying game design elements such as points, badges, and leaderboards to educational activities

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Replacing all traditional assessments with video games

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Using only commercially produced educational games for instruction

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Allowing students free play time on devices as a reward

Question 4

An educator uses data dashboards from an adaptive learning platform to differentiate instruction. This practice is BEST aligned with which educational approach?

Accepted Answer

Data-driven differentiated instruction

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Whole-group direct instruction

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Social-emotional learning

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Inquiry-based learning

Question 5

Which of the following BEST describes the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in personalized learning platforms?

Accepted Answer

AI analyzes student performance data to adjust content difficulty and pacing for individual learners

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AI replaces the teacher entirely in adaptive learning environments

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AI is used only to grade multiple-choice assessments automatically

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AI provides the same content path for all students in a class

Question 6

A teacher notices students are distracted by social media during independent work time on school devices. According to digital citizenship best practices, what is the MOST effective long-term strategy?

Accepted Answer

Explicitly teach self-regulation and responsible technology use as part of the curriculum

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Permanently ban all devices during class

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Report all students to administration

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Monitor students' screens at all times without informing them

Question 7

Which of the following BEST describes accessibility in digital learning environments?

Accepted Answer

Designing digital content and tools so that students with disabilities can fully participate in learning

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Making sure all students have the same device model

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Providing internet access only in school buildings

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Allowing students to choose which assignments to complete online