ICT Introduction

What does ICT stand for?

• Integrated Circuit Technology

• Information and Communication Technology

• International Computer Treaty

• Internet and Communication Technology

Define ICT in your own words.

• Intelligent Communication Technology

• Integrated Circuit Technology

• Internet and Computer Technology

• Information and Communication Technology

List three examples of ICT tools.

• 1. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) 2. Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) 3. Google Suite (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, etc.)

• iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel

• Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

• Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video

Explain the importance of ICT in today's world.

• ICT is only important for a small group of people and not relevant to the majority

• ICT is important in today's world because it causes more harm than good

• ICT is important in today's world because it enables efficient communication, access to information, automation of processes, and the ability to connect and collaborate globally.

• ICT is not important in today's world as it is outdated

What are the main components of ICT infrastructure?

• Network infrastructure, data storage, and cybersecurity

• Hardware, software, and data analysis

• Software, data storage, and cloud computing

• Hardware, software, network infrastructure, and data storage

Discuss the impact of ICT on communication.

• ICT has made communication more difficult and less accessible

• ICT has had no impact on communication

• ICT has only improved communication for a select few

• ICT has revolutionized communication by enabling instant messaging, video calls, emails, and social media platforms, making it more efficient and accessible globally.

How has ICT changed the way we access information?

• ICT has made information less accessible by limiting the number of websites available

• ICT has not changed the way we access information at all

• ICT has made information more accessible by increasing the cost of accessing online databases

• ICT has made information more accessible through the internet, search engines, and online databases. It has also enabled real-time access to information through mobile devices and cloud computing.

Explain the concept of digital literacy in the context of ICT.

• Digital literacy in the context of ICT refers to the ability to repair and maintain hardware devices.

• Digital literacy in the context of ICT refers to the ability to use digital technology, communication tools, and networks to access, manage, integrate, evaluate, create, and communicate information effectively.

• Digital literacy in the context of ICT refers to the ability to read and write code in multiple programming languages.

• Digital literacy in the context of ICT refers to the ability to speak multiple foreign languages.

Discuss the role of ICT in education.

• ICT in education is only beneficial for students in urban areas

• ICT in education provides access to educational resources, facilitates interactive learning, improves communication, and prepares students for the digital world.

• ICT in education hinders students' ability to focus and learn

• ICT in education has no impact on students' digital literacy

What are the ethical considerations related to ICT usage?

• Privacy, security, intellectual property rights, accessibility, and societal impact

• Cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and speed

• Environmental impact, sustainability, and energy consumption

• User satisfaction, user experience, and user interface design