Technology & Tools Flashcards
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Which accessibility feature should parks agency websites prioritize to comply with ADA requirements for digital content?
Answer: Screen reader compatibility and keyboard navigation
ADA compliance for websites requires content to be accessible via screen readers and keyboard navigation to serve users with visual or motor disabilities.
What is the purpose of a parks agency using social media analytics tools?
Answer: To measure engagement and reach of social media content
Social media analytics tools measure metrics such as impressions, likes, shares, and follower growth to help agencies evaluate and improve their digital outreach.
A parks department wants to use data to predict which programs will have low enrollment before they start. What technology approach supports this?
Answer: Predictive analytics using historical registration data
Predictive analytics applies statistical models to historical enrollment data to forecast future program demand, allowing proactive marketing or cancellation decisions.
Which best describes the role of QR codes in modern parks and recreation operations?
Answer: Providing quick access to information, registration, or wayfinding via mobile device
QR codes allow park visitors to scan and instantly access program information, online registration pages, trail maps, or facility details on their smartphones.
What is the MAIN purpose of an agency's digital asset management (DAM) system?
Answer: Organizing and managing photos, videos, and marketing materials in one central location
A DAM system centralizes storage and management of digital media files like photos and videos, making them easy to find, share, and reuse across the agency.
Which emerging technology is parks agencies using to provide virtual tours of facilities to prospective visitors?
Answer: 360-degree photography and virtual reality (VR) tools
360-degree photography and VR tools allow agencies to create immersive virtual tours of recreation centers, parks, and facilities for remote viewing.
A parks agency is evaluating whether to build a custom software solution or purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) product. Which is typically the MAIN advantage of COTS?
Answer: It is faster to deploy and benefits from vendor support and ongoing updates
Commercial off-the-shelf software is typically faster to implement than custom development and includes vendor support, regular updates, and established user communities.