Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) vs The Internet Quiz

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What is the primary function of a search engine when surfing the web?

To provide a list of search results with URLs (correct)
To create virtual reality simulations
To display the contents of a webpage
To manage and evaluate educational experiences

Which of the following is a key characteristic of virtual reality (VR)?

VR is not used for educational purposes
The user passively watches a simulation
The user actively participates in a simulated 3D environment (correct)
VR is only used for military and Hollywood applications

How can teachers use computers for Computer-Managed Instruction?

To manage, prepare, organize, and evaluate educational experiences (correct)
To display the contents of educational webpages
To search the web and find relevant URLs
To create virtual reality simulations

What type of display is commonly used in virtual reality systems?

Head-mounted displays and stereovision glasses (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key criterion for evaluating the quality of a website?

The accuracy and credibility of the content (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary function of the World Wide Web (WWW)?

To display the contents of webpages (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why relatively few medical game programs have been marketed?

They are difficult to devise. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer-managed instruction can provide students with all the details about a particular patient situation?

Simulations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What new technology mentioned in the text allows teachers to instantly measure student understanding?

Clickers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term is synonymous with Hypermedia in the context of computer-assisted instruction?

Multimedia Presentations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why have software specialists mainly focused on other modes instead of medical game programs?

The difficulty in devising good games (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which technology component is not part of the Student Response Systems mentioned in the text?

Virtual Reality headset (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a listserv?

To host synchronous discussions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a chat room?

A space for real-time discussions on the Internet (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the World Wide Web (WWW)?

Offering a collection of documents on web pages (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does 'surfing the Web' refer to?

Navigating through various sites on the World Wide Web (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Internet enhance collaboration between teachers and students?

Through mailing lists like listservs for sharing information (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes a group of people with shared interests who want to discuss specific topics online?

Listserv members (C) Signup and view all the answers