Educational Technology Tools & Platforms Flashcards

Which of the following tools is specifically designed to create interactive H5P content that can be embedded in an LMS?

Answer: H5P.org

H5P.org is a platform dedicated to creating interactive content types such as drag-and-drop activities, interactive videos, and quizzes that embed seamlessly into LMS platforms.

What is the MAIN purpose of using a student response system (SRS) like Mentimeter during a synchronous online lesson?

Answer: Gathering real-time student input and visualizing responses instantly

Mentimeter allows instructors to collect live responses (polls, word clouds, Q&A) and display results instantly, promoting participation in synchronous sessions.

An online teacher needs to record a screencast tutorial with voiceover for asynchronous students. Which tool is MOST appropriate?

Answer: Loom

Loom is a screen recording tool that captures the screen along with audio and optional webcam footage, ideal for creating asynchronous tutorial videos.

Which feature in Canvas LMS allows instructors to give detailed, criterion-based feedback tied to specific point values?

Answer: Rubric-based grading in SpeedGrader

Canvas SpeedGrader supports rubrics that define criteria and performance levels with associated point values, enabling structured and consistent grading.

When an online educator sets 'module prerequisites' in an LMS, what is the INTENDED pedagogical outcome?

Answer: Ensuring students complete foundational content before accessing advanced material

Module prerequisites enforce a sequential learning path, ensuring students master earlier content before proceeding to more complex topics.

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'digital citizenship' as it applies to technology tools in online education?

Answer: Responsible, ethical, and safe use of technology and online resources

Digital citizenship encompasses the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use, including privacy, safety, and respectful communication.

A teacher wants to create a self-paced module where students must score at least 80% on a quiz before unlocking the next lesson. Which LMS feature supports this?

Answer: Mastery paths or conditional release

Mastery paths (Canvas) or conditional release features in LMS platforms allow instructors to unlock content only after students meet a defined performance threshold.