Societal Impact of Computing Quiz

Which of the following technologies have made communication faster ?

• Video conferencing, instant messaging, and email

• Radio broadcasting, telegraph, and snail mail

• Traditional letters, smoke signals, and carrier pigeons

• Landline telephones, fax machines, and pagers

What has been the impact of communication technologies on in-person communication?

• It has increased significantly

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased

• It is no longer possible

How has personal technology like laptops and cellphones affected our ability to communicate?

• Made it more complicated

• Made it less necessary

• Made it simpler

• Had no effect

What is a disadvantage of technology in communication mentioned in the text?

• Improved face-to-face interaction

• Distracted communication

• Faster message delivery

• Enhanced privacy

What can be a result of distracted communication due to the rise of smartphones and social media?

• Better understanding of messages

• More efficient communication

• Lack of engagement and misunderstandings

• Increased attention to detail

What type of communication can be easily misinterpreted?

• Verbal communication

• Non-verbal communication

• Written communication, such as email and text messages

• Sign language

What does technology facilitate in the context of education?

• Individual learning

• Collaborative learning

• Traditional teaching methods

• Limited access to resources

How does technology impact student learning beyond the classroom walls?

• By limiting student interaction

• By providing physical textbooks

• By bringing real-world experiences into the curriculum

• By reducing the relevance of learning

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way technology extends student learning outside the classroom?

• Virtual field trips

• Online educational games

• Video conferencing tools

• In-person workshops

Which of the following is NOT one of the negative paths through which technology could change education as mentioned in the research?

• Deteriorating students' competences of reading and writing

• Dehumanizing educational environments

• Enhancing practical skills

• Distorting social interactions between teachers and students