MTEL Educational Technology Integration 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following BEST describes the 'flipped classroom' model?
- Students teach the class while the teacher observes
- Instructional content is delivered at home via video, freeing class time for practice (Correct answer)
- All assignments are completed during school hours
- Teachers record grades digitally instead of on paper
Correct answer: Instructional content is delivered at home via video, freeing class time for practice
In a flipped classroom, students watch instructional videos at home and use class time for collaborative problem-solving and application activities.
Question 2: A teacher downloads images from Google Images to include in a classroom slideshow. What copyright consideration applies?
- All images on Google are free to use for any purpose
- Images may be used only if they have a Creative Commons or fair use designation (Correct answer)
- Educational use always grants unlimited copyright exemption
- Copyright only applies to images sold commercially
Correct answer: Images may be used only if they have a Creative Commons or fair use designation
Educators must verify that images are licensed for reuse or qualify under fair use; most images on Google retain full copyright protection.
Question 3: The SAMR model's 'Redefinition' level is characterized by:
- Using a word processor instead of handwriting
- Digital tools enabling tasks previously inconceivable without technology (Correct answer)
- Substituting a printed quiz with an identical digital version
- Adding multimedia to an existing assignment
Correct answer: Digital tools enabling tasks previously inconceivable without technology
Redefinition, the highest SAMR level, describes technology enabling entirely new learning experiences that were impossible without it.
Question 4: A student with a visual impairment needs access to a text-heavy website. Which accessibility feature is MOST helpful?
- Increasing screen brightness
- A screen reader that converts text to speech (Correct answer)
- A larger monitor
- High-contrast color scheme only
Correct answer: A screen reader that converts text to speech
Screen readers convert on-screen text and interface elements to speech or braille output, providing primary access for users with visual impairments.
Question 5: Which of the following is an example of SYNCHRONOUS online learning?
- Students posting to a discussion board over a week
- Watching a pre-recorded lecture video
- Attending a live video class session at a scheduled time (Correct answer)
- Completing a self-paced online module
Correct answer: Attending a live video class session at a scheduled time
Synchronous learning happens in real time with all participants present simultaneously, such as a live video conference class.
Question 6: To support English Language Learners with technology, a teacher should PRIMARILY:
- Assign less work to ELL students
- Use translation tools and multimedia to build vocabulary and comprehension (Correct answer)
- Restrict ELL students to print materials only
- Have ELL students work independently without technology
Correct answer: Use translation tools and multimedia to build vocabulary and comprehension
Translation apps, visual dictionaries, and multimedia content provide ELL students with multiple modalities to access language and content simultaneously.
Question 7: A school implements a 1:1 device program. Which is the MOST critical policy to establish first?
- A social media marketing plan for the program
- An Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlining expectations and consequences (Correct answer)
- A plan to eliminate all textbooks within one year
- A requirement that all homework be submitted via device
Correct answer: An Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlining expectations and consequences
An Acceptable Use Policy sets clear expectations for responsible device use and protects students, staff, and the institution from misuse.
MTEL Educational Technology Integration 3
Which of the following BEST describes the 'flipped classroom' model?