OEC Educational Technology Tools & Platforms 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following tools is specifically designed to create interactive H5P content that can be embedded in an LMS?
- Canva
- H5P.org (Correct answer)
- Loom
- Trello
Correct 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.
Question 2: What is the MAIN purpose of using a student response system (SRS) like Mentimeter during a synchronous online lesson?
- Assigning and collecting homework
- Gathering real-time student input and visualizing responses instantly (Correct answer)
- Grading written essays automatically
- Scheduling office hours
Correct 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.
Question 3: An online teacher needs to record a screencast tutorial with voiceover for asynchronous students. Which tool is MOST appropriate?
- Google Forms
- Loom (Correct answer)
- Quizlet
- Nearpod
Correct 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.
Question 4: Which feature in Canvas LMS allows instructors to give detailed, criterion-based feedback tied to specific point values?
- SpeedGrader annotations only
- Rubric-based grading in SpeedGrader (Correct answer)
- Peer review assignments
- Module prerequisites
Correct 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.
Question 5: When an online educator sets 'module prerequisites' in an LMS, what is the INTENDED pedagogical outcome?
- Preventing students from submitting assignments late
- Ensuring students complete foundational content before accessing advanced material (Correct answer)
- Automatically grading open-ended questions
- Restricting access to the course for unenrolled users
Correct 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.
Question 6: Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'digital citizenship' as it applies to technology tools in online education?
- The ability to type quickly on a keyboard
- Responsible, ethical, and safe use of technology and online resources (Correct answer)
- Proficiency in coding and software development
- Owning multiple digital devices
Correct 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.
Question 7: 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?
- Grade passback
- Mastery paths or conditional release (Correct answer)
- Peer assessment
- Course analytics
Correct 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.
OEC Educational Technology Tools & Platforms 4
Which of the following tools is specifically designed to create interactive H5P content that can be embedded in an LMS?