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What is the Information Age defined as?

“The modern age regarded as a time in which information has become a commodity that is quickly and widely disseminated and easily available especially through the use of computer technology”

Who proposed the Theory of Information Age?

James Messenger

What are the factors that need to be considered in checking information from internet sources?

  • Accuracy (correct)
  • Timeliness (correct)
  • Relevance (correct)
  • Authoritativeness (correct)
  • All of the above (correct)

What are some of the drawbacks of advanced information technology in society?

<p>Information technology advancement also poses some drawbacks in the society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the earliest form of writing system used?

<p>Sumerian writing system using pictographs imprinted to rock tablets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What invention was a significant turning point in the history of shared information?

<p>The invention of movable metal type printing press by Johannes Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the truths of the Information Age?

<p>Information must compete, newer is equated with truer, selection is a viewpoint, the media sells what the culture buys, the early word gets the perm, you are what you eat and so is your brain, anything in great demand will be counterfeited, ideas are seen as controversial, undead information walks ever on, media presence creates the story, the medium selects the message, the whole truth is a pursuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important development in the history of the Internet?

<p>The invention of the internet itself, called 'packet switching'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the TCP/IP model?

<p>A communications model called Transmission Control Protocol and Internet Protocol, or TCP/IP.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the World Wide Web?

<p>a service of the internet that acts as the most common means for accessing resources online.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the major challenges and issues that are associated with surfing the net?

<p>The theft of money from the accounts of a bank customer by someone who had installed key logging software on their home computer, phishing attacks, covert filming and identity theft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary issues that arise in data sharing among researches?

<p>Researchers are also having dilemma on lack of clarity about copyright and licensing, costs of data sharing and not knowing which repository to use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cyberbullying is a serious concern globally, impacting mostly adults over the age of eighteen.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some tips for evaluating the reliability of a website?

<p>Who authored the site, who published the site, what is the main purpose of the site, who is the intended audience, what is quality of information provided on the website.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Netiquette?

<p>Network Etiquette</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Golden Rule in Netiquette?

<p>Remember the human - this is the Golden Rule of internet communications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the "network manners guru"?

<p>Virginia Shea</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Wikileaks?

<p>WikiLeaks is a non-profit media organization that publishes secret information, news leaks, and classified media.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the controversies surrounding WikiLeaks?

<p>WikiLeaks has been accused of releasing information that could harm national security and of acting without proper authorization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ has evolved with humans, and the free flow of information is easily transferred and shared nowadays. The ______ of communication and information impacts many critical aspects of society, including ______, ______, ______, ______, and ______.

<p>Information Age, way, health, economics, industry, education, social interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

While technological advancements may have a positive impact on a vast number of aspects of society, it is important to remain aware of the negative impacts of these developments.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Information Age

The modern era where information is a readily available commodity, often spread through computer technology.

Digital Age

Another name for the Information Age, emphasizing the role of computers.

New Media Age

A period identified with interconnected computers and easy access to information.

Gutenberg Era

A period marked by the introduction of movable type printing in the 1400s.

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Movable type printing press

An invention by Gutenberg that simplified the mass production of books.

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Sumerian writing system

One of the earliest known forms of writing, using pictographs on rock tablets.

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Pictographs

Picture symbols used in early writing systems.

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Information

Data that has meaning and context.

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Technological advancement

Improvements in technology that affect various aspects of society.

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Social Media

Platforms for social interaction and information sharing online.

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Information Technology

Tools and techniques used to process, store, and disseminate information.

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Literacy

The ability to read and write.

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Dissemination

The act of spreading information.

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Impact of Information Age

Effects of the Information Age on society, economy, and culture.

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Computer

A machine that stores, retrieves, and processes information.

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Social media's impact on lives

Changes in communication, social interaction and access to information.

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Online information sources

Websites and other digital resources providing information.

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Study Notes

Module 9: The Information Age

  • The module covers the Information Age, from the Gutenberg era to social media.
  • Instructions for learning from the module include: carefully reading instructions, completing lessons and activities, performing activities diligently, taking learning activities, and answering the assessment task.
  • Information is a crucial tool for continued existence and is rapidly transferred due to technological advancements.
  • Information technology significantly impacts various aspects of society, including economics, industry, communication, health, environment, and education.
  • Information age is the modern era characterized by information's accessibility and speed, especially through computers.
  • Information sharing has evolved from early writing to effortless computer-based access.
  • Learning objectives include linking concepts to the Information Age, and understanding social media's impact on lives.

Lesson 1: The Gutenberg Era and Some Facts about Information Age

  • Information and dissemination methods have significantly improved.
  • The Sumerian writing system with pictographs on tablets dates back to 3000 BC.
  • The invention of movable metal type printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 1450s significantly impacted social and cultural change across Europe.
  • The widespread distribution of printed materials contributed greatly to the European Renaissance.

Issues and Challenges on “Surfing the Net”

  • The internet offers various communication methods, including chat rooms for discussion.
  • Information is crucial for business ventures.
  • Cyber threats, such as phishing, keylogging, and identity theft, pose risks to users.

Checking the Reliability of Web Sources

  • Evaluating website credibility involves considering the author, publisher, purpose, audience, and information quality (timeliness, accuracy, and links to sources).
  • Different data types (statistics, current events) require varying levels of up-to-date information.

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Explore the evolution of the Information Age, from the Gutenberg era to modern social media. Understand the significance of information technology and its impact on various sectors of society. Assess your knowledge on how information has transformed communication and learning in today's world.

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