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Final Exam Questions

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Final Exam Questions

Final Exam Questions

 

 

 

This page is devoted to possible final exam questions/topics, most of which you and your peers will create in preparation for our last class on May 8. You are required to add at least one unique question before class on May 1.

 

Please review your notes from this semester and add at least ONE question that represents an 'exam-worthy' concept learned. Don't worry too much if you are wording your questions "correctly".

 

Be sure to first read already posted questions so that you do not duplicate someone else's idea... and if you are on a Mac, use Firefox, not Safari.

 

Topics:          
-Tool-Tutor-Tutee frameworks

-Word Processing

-Spreadsheets

-Presentations/PowerPoint

-Concept Mapping & Visual Learning

-Blogs & Wikis

-New Learning Opportunities with Web 2.0

-Virtual collaboration opportunities and tools

-On-line Safety Issues

-Netiquette

-Acceptable Use Policies

-Web Page Authoring

-Podcasting

-Responsible Use & Ethics

-Copyright & Fair Use

-Creative Commons

-Digital Plagiarism

-Digital Natives

-Digital Disconnect

-Digital Divide

-Digital Literacies

-Combatting Data Smog

-Info Glut/Info Garbage

 

 

Start Question List Here:**

  1. Explain the main ideas and features of podcasting. Second, describe 3 ways in which podcasting can be used by teachers and by students. Finally, describe a specific curriculum-based podcasting project for your students that would meet state standards and would have positive learning outcomes. - Dr. Ransom

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  2. List 5 potential advantages and 5 potential drawbacks of using word processing with students (not your opinion here). - Dr. Ransom

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  3. List 3 ways a teacher could utilize Kidspiration or Inspiration to teach a lesson. In your answer, describe the potential benefits of using this tool than other ways of presenting the same lesson? (Charlie)

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  4. Discuss 3 specific ways in which  technology can help students with difficulty reading and writing. (Mike V)

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  5. Explain why bloggin can be a powerful learning tool, both professionally as a teacher, and when students blog. Give one example of how you could use blogging with your students to enhance learning. (Steve)

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  6. Why can wikis be beneficial for students/teachers to use for group projects rather than doing them the way they have been done in the past? (Peter S)

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  7. Name 3 resources where you can learn, find and subscribe to podcasts. (Angela)

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  8. Explain why using Powerpoint in a non-linear versus linear manner could enhances a student's learning. Secondly, how can utlizing a presentation tool like PowerPoint assist within a diverse group of classroom learners? (Debbie)

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  9. According to the article, Scoring Power Points, by Jamie McKenzie, there are some big issues to consider when creating a student assignment that culminates with a multimedia [PowerPoint] presentation. Address each of the following 3 suggestions by explaining them fully.

    (a.) Emphasize Ideas & Logic,    (b.) Provide Rubrics,  (c.) Design Artfully, and (4) Deliver Dramatically.      (Dr. Ransom)

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  10. What do the terms “info glut” and “info garbage” mean in relation to ideas behind digital information literacy?  Second, describe three strategies, as a teacher, you can teach to ensure students are prepared to be digitally literate and are able to make informed decisions as consumers of on-line information as they produce learning artifacts. (Kristin)

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  11. Explain and describe the benefits of each of the three computer frameworks: tool, tutor, and tutee. In your explanation, provide an example of a computer use for each of the three frameworks. (Dr. Ransom)

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  12. How can spreadsheets be used across the curriculum to support learning? Give 3 different yet specific content examples. (Jennifer)

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  13. What are 3 strategies you can use to prevent plagiarism on student assignments? Explain. (Jennifer)

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  14. What are 3 strategies that you can use to detect plagiarism in students' written assignments? (Dr. Ransom)

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  15. In Jamie MacKenzie's article, The New Plagiarism, he suggests 7 different strategies or "antidotes" for preventing student plagiarismin this electronic age. Choose any 3 to explain.

    (1) Distinguish levels/types of research; (2) Discourage "trivial pursuits"; (3) Emphasize essential questions; (4) Require and enable students to make answers; (5) Focus upon information storage systems; (7) Assess progress throughout the entire research process     (Dr. Ransom)

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  16. Explain how the five (5) research-based conclusions supporting “visual learning” and semantic mapping – the concepts that Inspiration and Kidspiration are built upon, support this tool's use in the classroom for student learning.   (Dr. Ransom)

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  17. As a teacher, what are some reasons why it might be advantageous to use a "class wiki" as opposed to just a class website? (Christine) 

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  18. Explain the key elements of online safety and netiquette and strategies to effectively teach students about online safety and netiquette? (Nicole)

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  19. Choose two different content areas and describe how student-produced podcasts could be a powerful way to enhance learning outcomes (an example for each content area)? (Nicole) Ideas included in question #1

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  20. Name three cautions about going to the computer lab with you class, and three preventative strategies that would make it an efficient and effective experience for you and the students? (Greg)

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  21. What is "fair use" and how does a teacher interpret these copyright guidelines in the classroom? (Dr. Ransom)

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  22. How does posting copyright protected information (that you do not own) on the Internet violate "fair use" guidelines, when using it in your classroom can be alright? (Dr. Ransom)

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  23.  What Internet resources can teachers and students draw upon when creating media-rich on-line content? (Dr. Ransom)

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  24. Describe ways in which a presenting tool like PowerPoint can potentially cripple students, as described in the article you read, "Is PowerPoint Crippling Our Students" and "Scoring Power Points". Then explain how you can avoid these common pitfalls. (Dr. Ransom)

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  25. Explain the different between the "Digital Divide" and the "Digital Disconnect".

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  26. What are some expectations that students need to follow before they start blogging in school?( Crisanta)

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  27. How has technology impacted the ways we teach our students( Lydia). 

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