ED 606 Chapter 4 Quiz

Computers can be found in most classrooms today. Essential hardware components of a computer include:

• System Unit (CPU and RAM)

• Output Devices (Monitor, Printer)

• Storage

• Input Devices (Mouse, Keyboard)

• All of the above

Which of the following is responsible for short-term memory on a computer?

• RAM (Random Access Memory)

• CPU Storage (Central Processing Unit)

• USB Ports

• Flash Drive

True/False: Schools and districts typically employ a strategic planning process for the acquisition of technology.

• True

• False

Teachers and students can achieve inexpensive, massive private storage that can easily be transferred using this

• Online storage

• USB Drive

• Hard Disk

• CD/ DVD

Why are some schools opting for cloud storage?

• A. It makes computers run faster

• B. It simplifies technical support

• C. It simplifies purchasing hard drive space

• B and C

True/False: The implementation of networks across schools and districts, such as email and online meeting technology, offer increased efficiency and effectiveness.

• True

• False

A _______ can capture a hard copy or images and save them as digital files on your computer so they can then be manipulated, enhanced, and shared digitally.

On a printer, the higher the dots per inch (DPI), the ______ the quality of the printed image.

• Higher

• Lower

• The image quality does not change

This device makes it possible to write on a board and, before erasing, to print or save the information to a digital file

• Touch Screen

• Data Projector

• Digital Camera

• Electronic Whiteboard

True/False: Technology in a digital classroom DOES NOT offer students a platform on which to learn through rich multimedia experiences, explore the world’s knowledge base, and interact with others across the globe.

• True

• False