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Technology Applications: General Concepts 1
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1. According to learning theorist Robert Gagné - a sequenced set of building block skills a student must learn in order to learn a higher-order skill
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
interactive or dynamic geometry software
interactive whiteboard
learning hierarchies
2. An input accessory lets the computer user input data into the computer - whereas an output device allows the computer to communicate its results to the world outside. Input/output devices are also called I/O devices. The computer keyboard - display a
Clip Art
Input/Output Device
multimedia
Font
3. Refers to the attitudes - values - customs - and behavior patterns that characterize a social group.
Equilibration
Culture
Conditions
Hits
4. An electronic go-between by which the computer communicates with a peripheral device.
Electronic Slide Shows
Content expert
Learning in context
Interface
5. Various techniques designed to direct attention to certain aspects of information - including the use of bold - underlined - or italicized print; color - labels - and arrows for pictorial information; and speaking more loudly or more slowly to highli
Highlighting
Image Editing Programs
Animation key frame
HTML 5
6. Antidote utilities to detect - eliminate and protect from viruses - worms and Trojans. It typically contains an engine - a resident virus shield - virus databases or DAT files - a task scheduler - an e-mail scanner - and an update manager. It guards
Antivirus software
App
Assessment
Computer Gradebook
7. A synchronous form of Internet communication in which individuals type messages to one another
Chat
Graphics Tablet
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
EPS (Encapsulated PostScript)
8. Small - stand-alone - portable personal computer system
Hybrid Learning
laptop computer
Generative Processing
learning hierarchies
9. A built-in feature of word-processing software that automatically detects and corrects misspelled words and incorrect capitalization
MUD
Antivirus software
Auto-correct
Cybercheating
10. Types of computer systems identified by their operating systems - e.g. - PCs with Windows operating systems or Macintoshes with Mac-OS operating systems
instant messaging (IM)
FM Amplification System
Computer Platforms
Instructional appeal
11. A dynamic instructional method in which individuals talk together - share information - and work cooperatively toward a solution or consensus. This method encourages classroom rapport and actively involves students in learning.
Bitmapped (BMP) Graphics
integrated packages
Calculator-Based Lab (CBL)
Discussion
12. A machine that processes information according to a set of instructions.
English Language Learners (ELL)
Hits
Learning Theory
Computer
13. The preliminary or main web page of a particular website.
Attention
Home Page
Design
malware
14. A type of learning that refers to feelings - beliefs - and values that lead individuals to make consistent choices when given the opportunity.
Hard Disk
Musical Educators National Conference (MENC)
Attitudes
Algorithm
15. Individuals who are learning English as their majority language for everyday uses - employment - and educational purposes. ELL also stands for English Language Learning
Disequilibrium
English Language Learners (ELL)
Instructional game
instructional software
16. A type of instructional activity that leads students to want to learn and to put in the effort required for learning.
mastery learning
Motivation activity
Geocaching
Database Management System (DBMS)
17. The software capability to copy images from web pages or computer applications and store them on your own computer.
Feedback
Image Capture
Computer System
Assimilation
18. Previously created graphics designed to be added to word processing or desktop publishing documents or to computer-based instruction.
Clip Art
Compression and extraction tools
integrated packages
Knowledge
19. Software that is given away free of charge - but whose author still retains all rights.
Analogy
Freeware
Discovery Learning
Geospatial Technologies
20. A term coined by Lloyd Morrisett - former president of the Markle Foundation - used to describe the gap between those individuals who have access to technology such as computer software - the Internet - and so on and those who do not.
link
Digital Divide
Data Loggers
ARPAnet
21. According to information-processing learning theorists - one of the three kinds of memory or 'stores' the brain uses to process information - much like a computer; LTM can hold information indefinitely after it is linked to prior knowledge already in
long-term memory (LTM)
Memory
Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT)
Harmony
22. Teaching/learning model based on cognitive learning theory; holds that learners should generate their own knowledge through experience-based activities rather than being taught it by teachers
Computer Program
Disability
Implementation
Constructivist Learning
23. Also called a personal computer - a stand-alone - desktop - or laptop computer that uses a microprocessor and is designed for use by an individual
Adventure Learning (AL)
microcomputer
Cognitive Overload
LCD screen
24. Small - multi-purpose devices such as cellphones - e-books - and 'smart' pens that make it easy to view - communicate - and share information - regardless of location
Educational Technology
Data Mining
Instructional materials
Handheld Technologies
25. The amount of working memory that is available to a learner to process new information and that is taken up at a given time by a learning task
Accommodation
Cognitive Load
Audio Video Interleave (AVI) Format
inquiry-based learning
26. A term used on the Twitter system for a prefix to a message (Tweet)consisting of a pound sign (#)and a topic name (e.g. - #ripstevejobs). Users begin a Tweet with a hash tag to allow others to identify posts and create their own messages on that topi
Graphic Document Makers
Hypertext
information and communication technology (ICT)
Hash Tag
27. A computer system that stores and manipulates a database of information about geographic locations; users see data pertaining to a geographic location overlaid on a map of the area
Accommodation
Cooperative Learning
Geographic Information System (GIS)
Computer-Assisted Testing (CAT)
28. The beta version of instructional software is a full-functioning version of the product with all known problems resolved. Both the client and the design team review the beta version to search for problems that will need to be addressed. Since the bet
Assessment Rubric
Database
Flash
Beta version
29. A computer database program that can store and manipulate students' grades.
Content expert
Full Immersion Systems
Computer Gradebook
Individualized education program (IEP)
30. A set of instructions that tells the computer how to do something.
Motor skills
Exergaming
Computer Program
Javascript
31. A collection of eight bits - equivalent to one alphanumeric character.
Cycle Of Continuous Improvement
Database
Byte
Cybercheating
32. Software tools that simplify the activity of making highly graphic materials such as awards certificates and greeting cards by offering sets of clip art and pre-designed templates to which people add their own content
Memory
Iris
Graphic Document Makers
Lighting
33. A type of instructional activity designed to determine how well students have mastered lesson objectives.
CRT
Filtering Software
Directed Instruction
Evaluation Activity
34. Receiving information over a network from another computer; to bring information (e.g. - text files -images) to a computer from the Internet or other network or from a computer to a disc
Blood Pressure Devices
Handicap
Downloading
Emoticons
35. The legal rights to an original work produced in any tangible medium of expression - including written works - works of art - music - photographs - and computer software.
Mosaic
Graphic
Home Page
Copyright
36. Software tools used to enhance and format photos that are then imported into desktop publishing systems or webpage products
Heart Rate Monitor
Image Editing Programs
Educational Media
Frame
37. A computer system set up to allow notices to be posted and viewed by anyone who has access to the network
Laser printer
Geospatial Technologies
Bulletin Board (BB)
Megabyte
38. The adaptive use of previously acquired knowledge to analyze and understand new situations.
Hash Tag
Feedback
Intelligence
Cookie
39. Sometimes called paint or raster graphics - in which each pixel directly corresponds to a spot on the display screen. When scaled to larger sizes - this type of graphic looks jagged or aliased; Developed originally for use on Disk Operating System (D
Instructional method
Bitmapped (BMP) Graphics
JPEG (also JPG)
Common Gateway Interface (CGI)
40. A procedure of instruction selected to help learners achieve objectives or understand the content or message of instruction (e.g. - presentation - simulation - drill and practice - cooperative learning).
Discussion
Instructional method
Cycle Of Continuous Improvement
Event Driven
41. The process of translating principles of learning and instruction into plans for instructional materials and activities.
Instructional activity
Bookmark
Designing Instruction
Behavior
42. Online environments in which users can interact through their graphic representations (i.e. - avatars)
Integrated learning system (IIS)
Avatar Spaces
Font
inert knowledge
43. Each individual category of information recorded in a database; the smallest unit of information in a database
Field
Memory
Adventure Learning (AL)
Assistive Technology
44. Using technology to accommodate difficulties individuals have with performing specific tasks - e.g. - providing speech recognition software to those with physical disabilities that limit their use of a pencil or a keyboard
JPEG (also JPG)
Information activity
logic bomb
Compensation
45. Stories that can be read from a computer screen - on mobile devices - or as print books with interactive buttons; also known as interactive storybooks
Computer System
Ergonomics
Electronic Storybooks
Audiographics
46. Either software or devices with software that help carry out complex numeric calculations involved in higher-level math problems (e.g. - Maple)
Chat Room
Laser printer
Domain Name
Computer Algebra System (CAS)
47. For learners of English and foreign languages - activities in which they use computers in language testing - teaching - and learning in and out of class
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
Conditions
Icon
Learning in context
48. One of the devices (e.g. - a data glove) that allow users to experience a full immersion virtual reality system by providing tactile or touch input
Case Study
Instructional effectiveness
Haptic Interface
Directory File Structure
49. A worldwide radio-navigation system made possible by a bank of orbiting satellites and their ground stations to pinpoint exact geographic locations on earth; a device that cross-references a GPS signal with mapping software and shows the location to
Lossy compression
Home Page
Ergonomics
Global Positioning System (GPS)
50. The iris is used to control the opening behind the lens that allows light to enter the camera. When lighting is low the iris may be opened to let in more light. And when the light level is high the iris can be partially closed to let in less light. B
Instructional materials
Educational Technology
Iris
Direct Observation