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Which term describes the difference in technological access and usage between different segments of a population?

  • Digital Divide (correct)
  • Technological Gap
  • Generational Divide
  • Generation Gap

What distinguishes an 'upstander' from a 'bystander' in a bullying situation?

  • An upstander intervenes or reports the bullying, while a bystander only witnesses it. (correct)
  • An upstander is usually popular, while a bystander is not.
  • An upstander is a peer of the bully, while a bystander is not.
  • An upstander witnesses the bullying, while a bystander is unaware.

If a person was born in 1975, to which generation do they likely belong according to the provided information?

  • Millennials or Gen Y
  • Generation Z or iGeneration
  • Generation X (correct)
  • Baby Boomers

A person consistently using scientific knowledge to create new, practical applications would best be described as someone working with:

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Which concept best describes differences in attitudes and behaviors between older individuals who grew up without widespread technology and younger individuals who are native to the digital age?

<p>Generation Gap (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic that defines the Millennial or Generation Y demographic, according to the information provided?

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In the context of bullying, which of the following roles is characterized by a perceived weakness or difference that makes them the target?

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What technological preference is most associated with the Baby Boomer generation?

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Which generation is described as using technology to solve problems and express themselves creatively?

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What societal concern is highlighted by the concept of a 'technological gap'?

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Flashcards

Bully

A person who is popular and craves attention, often harming others.

Bystander

A person who sees bullying happen but does nothing to stop it.

Digital Divide

The gap between those who have access to technology and those who don't.

Generation Gap

Differences in attitudes and behaviors between older and younger people.

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Technological Gap

It affects relationships of people from different generations.

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Technology

Use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.

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Upstander

Someone who witnesses bullying and takes action to prevent or report it.

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Victim

Someone perceived as weak or different based on appearance, ethnicity, religion or color.

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Baby Boomers

Born 1946-1960; they used typewriters and listened to stereos.

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Millennials

Generation using tech to think, produce, create, and participate.

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Study Notes

  • Bully: An individual, often popular, who seeks attention.
  • Bystander: Someone who observes bullying.
  • Digital Divide: Also referred to as the technological divide.
  • Generation Gap: Differences in attitudes and behavior between older and younger people.
  • Technological Gap: Impacts relationships between people from different generations.
  • Technology: The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
  • Traditionalist: Someone who grew up without technology.
  • Upstander: Someone who witnesses bullying and takes action to prevent or report it.
  • Victim: Someone perceived as weak or different in appearance, ethnicity, religion, or color.

Generations

  • Baby Boomers (1946-1960): Used typewriters, listened to stereos, and long-playing records.
  • Generation X (1961-1980): Used technology as a time-saving tool.
  • Millennials or Gen Y (1981-1995): Utilize technology for thinking, production, creation, and group participation, including computers, mobile phones, and remote controls.
  • Generation Z or iGeneration (1996-2010): Use technology to solve problems and express themselves creatively.
  • Generation Alpha (2010-2025).

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