Professional Education

Information and Communication Technology


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1) Ms. Erika in her Biology class accompanies her discussion with interesting visual aids. She strongly believes that students learn better when lessons are presented with images, real or imagined aside from mere lecture method. Which learning theory does she uphold?

a) Dual-Coding Theory

b) Information Processing Theory

c) Meaningful Reception Learning Theory

d) Social Cognitive Theory


ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: The correct answer is a] Dual-Coding Theory. This theory, proposed by Allan Paivio, suggests that combining verbal and visual information enhances learning. The other theories focus on different aspects of learning processes.


3) Which is the best reason why teachers state the objectives before using instructional media?

a) To secure materials

b) To prepare the materials beforehand.

c) To determine which media to use best.

d) To be able to practice how to operate the equipment


ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Stating the objectives before using instructional media helps teachers determine which type of media will best support their instructional goals. This process ensures the selected media aligns with the teaching objectives and enhances learning outcomes, making it the best reason.


4) Which statement is INCORRECT about computer conferencing?

a) It refers to live student interaction with an expert.

b) It is also known as discussion forum or bulletin board.

c) It also refers to online class discussions, forums or debates.

d) It permits two or more individuals


ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: Computer conferencing typically refers to online class discussions, forums, or debates where multiple users can interact asynchronously. Live student interaction with an expert is more accurately described as a live webinar or teleconferencing. Therefore, the incorrect statement is the one referring to live interaction with an expert.

5) Ms. Vinluan, a computer teacher demonstrates understanding of local and global issues and exhibits ethical and legal use of information and communications technology tools. Which is true about her?

a) She models digital-age work and learning

b) She facilitates and inspires student learning and creativity.

c) She promotes and models digital citizenship and responsibility.

d) She designs and develops digital-age learning experiences and assessments


ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Ms. Vinluan promotes and models digital citizenship and responsibility by demonstrating ethical and legal use of ICT tools while understanding local and global issues. This approach helps students become responsible digital citizens. Therefore, the correct answer is promoting and modeling digital citizenship and responsibility.


7) Which of the following is a limitation of models and real objects in teaching and learning?

a) They pose problems on storage

b) They make learning more concrete.

c) They provide hands-on learning experiences.

d) They are readily available in the environment, around school and in the home.


ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: Models and real objects can enhance learning by making it more concrete and providing tactile experiences. However, they often pose problems related to storage because of their bulk and space requirements. Thus, the limitation of storage is the correct answer.




10) Computers can be classified according to the roles they play namely communicative tool, informative tool, and constructive tool. What is the other role of computers not mentioned in this item?

a) Instructional tool

b) Situating tool

c) Utility tool

d) Application tool


ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: The role of computers as situating tools involves using digital environments to simulate real-world contexts for learning purposes. This role is distinct from their use as communicative, informative, or constructive tools. Therefore, the correct answer is situating tool.

11) Your principal purchased new computer units for your Learning Resource Center. Which of the following should be your last consideration in using the technology?

a) Computers can be used for entertainment.

b) Computers can be used for research activity.

c) Computers can be used for interactive presentation.

d) Computers can be used to reinforce discussion of difficult concepts in class.


ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: In an educational setting, the primary use of computers should be for research, interactive presentations, and reinforcing learning. Using computers for entertainment should be the last consideration as the primary focus should be on educational applications. Therefore, computers for entertainment is the correct answer.

12) Susan wants to learn more English. Specifically, she wants to improve her listening skills. She has a CD player, a tape recorder and has internet access. As an English teacher, what do you suggest?
I. CDs with English listening drills:
II. Tapes with English listening drills:
III. Internet website such as Go4English, English Language Listening Lab or Randall's listening Lab

a) I and II

b) II and III

c) I or III

d) I, II and III


ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: To improve her listening skills, Susan should utilize all available resources, including CDs, tapes, and internet websites with listening drills. Using a variety of sources provides comprehensive practice and exposure to different accents and contexts. Therefore, the correct answer is I, II, and III.




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