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Technology Applications: General Concepts 1
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1. A computer language that contains instructions that resemble natural language and that does not require knowledge of the inner workings of the computer to use successfully.
Java
Electronic Mail (email)
High-Level Language
Compensation
2. Acronym for 'frequently asked questions.' Used on the Internet to disseminate basic information and to reduce repetitive queries.
FM Amplification System
Directed Instruction
FAQ
EPS (Encapsulated PostScript)
3. A technique that reduces the amount of a graphic that shows or prints.
Cropping
Hard Disk
Cyberbullying
Assessment
4. Device consisting of a transmitter - which senses the heartbeat from the heart's electrical impulses - and a wristwatch receiver - which receives and records each beat through radio transmission from the transmitter
Bandwidth
Logo
Heart Rate Monitor
Criteria
5. Calculator with probes or sensors connected to it to allow gathering of numerical data
Disability
Inkjet printer
Calculator-Based Lab (CBL)
Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD)
6. An abnormality or loss of function in a physical - anatomical - or psychological structure; may be congenital (present at birth) or acquired through accident or disease
Inkjet printer
Classroom Observation
Impairment
Blu-Ray Disc
7. A type of printer that forms letters on the page by shooting tiny electrically charged droplets of ink.
Graphic Document Makers
language translators (machine translation)
Inkjet printer
Learning Theory
8. Multimedia that allows user interactions so that the user can determine the direction of the program or presentation.
Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Hypermedia
Interactive multimedia
ActionScript
9. A type of mnemonic in which mental pictures are used to represent new information.
Blog
Instructional method
Event Driven
Imagery
10. A type of instructional activity that leads students to want to learn and to put in the effort required for learning.
integrating educational technology
Motivation activity
Attachments
Graphing Calculator
11. The systematic process of translating principles of learning and instruction into plans for instructional materials and activities.
Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT)
Instructional design
Auto-tuning
Accommodation
12. A system of information representation in which the information-text - graphics - animation - audio - and/or video is stored in interlinked nodes; software that allows information stored in various media or various parts of media to be connected (oft
Hypermedia
Beta version
Listserv
Chat
13. Groups of people who 'meet -' usually via email - webpages - or other electronic means - to support each other's learning; in distance education - strategic - ongoing efforts by the instructor to encourage student-to-student interaction - as well as
Hard Copy
Crowdsourcing
learning communities
Adventure Learning (AL)
14. Learning is a persisting change in human performance or performance potential [brought] about as a result of the learner's interaction with the environment. To change (or have the capacity to change) one's level of ability or knowledge.
Domain
Learning
Handicap
Antecedent
15. Coined by a Boeing researcher in 1990 - it refers to a computer-generated environment in which a real-life scene is overlaid with information that enhances our understanding and uses of it
Aptitude-Treatment Interaction (ATI)
Favorites File
Augmented Reality
Beta version
16. 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
Discovery Learning
Cognitive Load
information and communication technology (ICT)
Interface
17. A type of instructional software tool consisting of hardware devices (probes) and software (probeware) to allow scientific data to be gathered and processed by a computer
Iris
Attitudes
microcomputer-based lab (MBL)
Artificial intelligence (AI)
18. Sections programmed to display on a web page; the contents of each frame are actually different web pages displayed on one screen; the term refers to a single complete graphic image that is displayed chronologically with other graphic images. A singl
Circular reference
Instructional materials
Frame
Heuristic
19. One of the rights accorded to the owner of copyright is the right to reproduce or to authorize others to reproduce the work in copies or phonorecords. This right is subject to certain limitations found in sections 107 through 118 of the copyright law
Integrated learning system (IIS)
Fair Use
Cooperative Learning
Assessment Rubric
20. Short for metamorphosing; refers to an animation technique in which one image gradually turns into another; also known as tweening
Instruction
morphing
LCD projector
Mug shots
21. 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
Haptic Interface
information visualization
Demonstration
Handicap
22. The products created by a database program; any collection of data stored in a computer or on a computer medium
Files
Highlighting
Digital Storytelling
Motor skills
23. Electronically transmitted private messages that can be sent from individuals to other individuals or groups.
Electronic Mail (email)
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
Database Management System (DBMS)
Local-area network (LAN)
24. A set of instructions that tells the computer how to do something.
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
Computer Program
mobile device
interactive or dynamic geometry software
25. A small pictorial or graphical representation of a computer hardware function or component - or a computer software program - commonly associated with a graphical user interface.
Cooperative Learning
Domain Name
Hacking
Icon
26. Designates a type of learning of English that occurs after a student achieves some level of proficiency in another - native language; more commonly-used term is now English Language Learning or ELL
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Database
Integrated learning system (IIS)
Displayed Visuals
27. A high-level programming language originally designed as an artificial intelligence (AI) language but later popularized by Seymour Papert (based on the learning theories of Jean Piaget) as an environment to allow children to learn problem-solving beh
Instructional designer
integrated packages
Logo
meta-analysis
28. According to learning theorist Howard Gardner - nine different and relatively independent types of intelligence that may be fostered by differentiated instruction and assessment
Input device
multiple intelligences theory
inquiry-based learning
Iris
29. Software used by architects and others to aid in the design of structures such as houses and cars
Input/Output Device
learner-centered instruction
Computer-Assisted Design (CAD)
Drill And Practice
30. Liquid crystal display screen - commonly used in computers and also in conjunction with display panels and projectors as large-group display devices.
LCD screen
Emoticons
Cognitive Load
Compact Disc (CD)
31. Software that assists teachers in preparing individual educational plans (IEPs) required by law for students with special needs; automates the process by providing on-screen prompts that remind teachers of the required components in the plan
Input device
IEP Generator
Classroom Observation
Accelerometer
32. The most common input device; resembles the key layout of a typewriter.
Disability
Keyboard
Antivirus software
Instructional appeal
33. According to learning theorist B. E Skinner - experiences (positive reinforcement - negative reinforcement - punishment) that shape desired behavioral responses
Contingencies Of Reinforcement
Microprocessor
Database filters and queries
Computer-Assisted Design (CAD)
34. Sometimes referred to as the ADDIE model - the current version of systems approach of instructional design is a process comprised of a series of phases: analysis - design - development - implementation - and evaluation. Currently - almost all ISD mod
ADDIE model
Flaming - spam - and chain letter
multimedia
Interface
35. Programs that allow teachers to author and display lessons for use with interactive whiteboard systems
interactive whiteboard activity software
Circular reference
Directed Instruction
Disability
36. Short for malicious software - any software specifically designed to damage - destroy - disrupt operations - or spy on the operation of computers
Cycle Of Continuous Improvement
Key word
malware
Hard Copy
37. Computer software that continuously analyzes a student's test responses and presents more or less difficult questions based on the student's performance
Computer Gradebook
Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT)
Crowdsourcing
Heuristic
38. A computer dedicated to managing a computer network and providing resources to other computers on the network (the clients). The file server is usually faster and has larger storage capabilities than the client machines.
music sequencer
mastery learning
File Server
Graphic
39. A type of learning that refers to the ability to perform complex physical actions in a smooth - coordinated manner.
Motor skills
Assimilation
Font
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
40. Abbreviation for application - software that normally has an extension of .app and refers to any Internet application specifically designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones
Event Driven
link
App
logic bomb
41. A synchronous form of Internet communication in which individuals type messages to one another
Attachments
Computer System
Auto-correct
Chat
42. A condition that arises when an individual is unable to fulfill a role due to an impairment or disability
Database
Motivation
Handicap
Augmented Reality
43. Software tools that automatically draw and print desired charts or graphs from data entered by users
Charting/Graphing Tool
Learning
Algorithm
Hacker
44. The term describes the data-carrying capacity of a transmission line. In other words - how much data flows on a given transmission path. It can apply to network connections - system buses - or any 'pipe' through which data pours. High-bandwidth conne
Computer Gradebook
Bandwidth
Interactive media
Cycle Of Continuous Improvement
45. Also known as a web browser - software designed to allow a computer user to go to Internet websites that are connected to each other via the World Wide Web (WWW)
Animation
Browser
Flaming - spam - and chain letter
Mosaic
46. A type of instructional activity designed to help students understand - remember - and apply new information.
Musical Educators National Conference (MENC)
Intelligent tutoring system
Information activity
Freeware
47. A small text file transferred to a web browser through an Internet server for the purpose of tracking the Internet usage habits of the person using the browser
Classical Conditioning
Cookie
Flaming - spam - and chain letter
Mosaic
48. Research finding that formats that are beneficial for one group have a negative impact on a group with the opposite characteristic
Bit
Chat Room
Aptitude-Treatment Interaction (ATI)
meta-analysis
49. Piagetian view of condition children experience when they confront new and unfamiliar features of their environment that do not fit with their current views of the world
Interface
Cell
HTML 5
Disequilibrium
50. 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.
Google Docs
Discussion
Lossless and lossy compressions
Copyright