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Anything in great demand will be fabricated.
Anything in great demand will be fabricated.
True
Media presence has no effect on how people behave.
Media presence has no effect on how people behave.
False
Computers can be described solely as devices for processing data.
Computers can be described solely as devices for processing data.
False
A personal computer (PC) can be used by multiple users simultaneously.
A personal computer (PC) can be used by multiple users simultaneously.
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Desktop computers are designed for portability.
Desktop computers are designed for portability.
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Undead information refers to rumors and lies that never cease to circulate.
Undead information refers to rumors and lies that never cease to circulate.
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The medium of communication is important in determining the message conveyed.
The medium of communication is important in determining the message conveyed.
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The whole truth is often easily obtained and straightforward.
The whole truth is often easily obtained and straightforward.
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.edu is a suffix commonly associated with commercial websites.
.edu is a suffix commonly associated with commercial websites.
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The main purpose of a website can include persuading visitors of a particular point of view.
The main purpose of a website can include persuading visitors of a particular point of view.
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Websites that do not cite sources are generally considered more reliable.
Websites that do not cite sources are generally considered more reliable.
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The intended audience of a website can include both scholars and the general public.
The intended audience of a website can include both scholars and the general public.
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There is no need to check the publication date of a website, as all websites are regularly updated.
There is no need to check the publication date of a website, as all websites are regularly updated.
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Links to reputable sites increase the overall quality of a website's information.
Links to reputable sites increase the overall quality of a website's information.
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The suffix .org is primarily used for government-related websites.
The suffix .org is primarily used for government-related websites.
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The Information Age can hinder the development of critical thinking skills.
The Information Age can hinder the development of critical thinking skills.
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Bioinformatics primarily deals with the application of physics to biological data.
Bioinformatics primarily deals with the application of physics to biological data.
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The SWISS-PROT protein sequence database was first developed in 1986.
The SWISS-PROT protein sequence database was first developed in 1986.
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Computers are not necessary for storing and analyzing genetic sequences effectively.
Computers are not necessary for storing and analyzing genetic sequences effectively.
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The human brain can store all genetic sequences of different organisms.
The human brain can store all genetic sequences of different organisms.
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BLAST is a software tool used for comparing protein sequences.
BLAST is a software tool used for comparing protein sequences.
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The SWISS-PROT database contains approximately 100,000 protein sequences.
The SWISS-PROT database contains approximately 100,000 protein sequences.
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Bioinformatics tools are used to predict possible targets in drug development.
Bioinformatics tools are used to predict possible targets in drug development.
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Gene Finder is a tool used exclusively for protein sequence comparison.
Gene Finder is a tool used exclusively for protein sequence comparison.
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The telegraph was invented in 1837 in Great Britain and the United States.
The telegraph was invented in 1837 in Great Britain and the United States.
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Motion pictures were first projected onto a screen in 1861.
Motion pictures were first projected onto a screen in 1861.
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The Dewey decimal system was introduced in 1876.
The Dewey decimal system was introduced in 1876.
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Eadweard Muybridge was known for his work in traditional painting.
Eadweard Muybridge was known for his work in traditional painting.
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The first magnetic recordings were released in 1987.
The first magnetic recordings were released in 1987.
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Lee DeForest invented the electronic amplifying tube in 1906.
Lee DeForest invented the electronic amplifying tube in 1906.
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Regularly scheduled television broadcasting began in the US in 1939.
Regularly scheduled television broadcasting began in the US in 1939.
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The first microprocessor chip was introduced by Intel in 1971.
The first microprocessor chip was introduced by Intel in 1971.
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An author’s credentials are irrelevant for determining the reliability of a web source.
An author’s credentials are irrelevant for determining the reliability of a web source.
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The presence of a corporate author on a website generally means the information provided is less reliable.
The presence of a corporate author on a website generally means the information provided is less reliable.
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Searching the Internet for information about an author can help in assessing their reliability.
Searching the Internet for information about an author can help in assessing their reliability.
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The type of website associated with an author can provide clues to their possible biases.
The type of website associated with an author can provide clues to their possible biases.
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The domain name of a website can help identify its hosting organization.
The domain name of a website can help identify its hosting organization.
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The suffix of a domain name is usually unimportant when evaluating the reliability of a web source.
The suffix of a domain name is usually unimportant when evaluating the reliability of a web source.
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It is unnecessary to verify a website's main purpose to assess its reliability.
It is unnecessary to verify a website's main purpose to assess its reliability.
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If no author information is provided on a webpage, it is advisable to trust the content.
If no author information is provided on a webpage, it is advisable to trust the content.
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A healthy lifestyle only includes physical fitness and does not involve mental well-being.
A healthy lifestyle only includes physical fitness and does not involve mental well-being.
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Media and information literacy is fundamental for navigating the Information Age effectively.
Media and information literacy is fundamental for navigating the Information Age effectively.
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The Information Age has no significant impact on the advancement of Science & Technology.
The Information Age has no significant impact on the advancement of Science & Technology.
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Confronting friends about fake news on social media platforms is not considered effective communication.
Confronting friends about fake news on social media platforms is not considered effective communication.
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Fake news can easily spread on social media due to the lack of media literacy among users.
Fake news can easily spread on social media due to the lack of media literacy among users.
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One common reference for understanding the Information Age is the work by Messenger from 1982.
One common reference for understanding the Information Age is the work by Messenger from 1982.
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Science & Technology is entirely unrelated to social media platforms.
Science & Technology is entirely unrelated to social media platforms.
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Accessing reliable web sources is crucial in the Information Age for obtaining accurate information.
Accessing reliable web sources is crucial in the Information Age for obtaining accurate information.
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Study Notes
The Information Age
- The Information Age began in the latter part of the 20th century and is characterized by readily accessible information through various publishing and technology.
- Information has become a commodity that is easily accessed, stored, and disseminated.
- This has impacted numerous aspects of society, including communication, economics, industry, health, and the environment.
Activity No. 1
- Students are instructed to research specific items using a web browser:
- Highest mountain in the Philippines
- Largest province in the Philippines
- Biggest flower in the Philippines
- 2020 human population of the Philippines
- Longest beach in the Philippines
Activity No. 2
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Students are instructed to watch a video and answer guide questions about the Information Age.
- The Information Age is also known as the digital age.
- Advantages of the information age often include increased communication efficiency, global connectivity, instant access to information, and numerous daily conveniences.
- Disadvantages can include information overload, data breaches, cyberbullying, distractions, and the potential for misinformation.
History of Information Age
- The provided text outlines a timeline of key developments in information technology and advancements in communication.
- Key events include developments in writing systems, printing, telegraph, and computers.
Types of Computers
- Personal Computers (PCs) - Single user devices.
- Desktop Computers - Non-portable PCs, often powerful and suitable for specific tasks.
- Laptops - Portable computers.
- Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) - Smaller computing devices.
- Servers - Provide network services to other computers.
- Mainframes - Large, powerful computer systems used by large institutions.
- Wearable Computers - Devices integrated into everyday objects.
The World Wide Web (Internet)
- The Internet is a global network of interconnected computer networks.
- It developed from military technology and early research projects.
- It facilitates data transmission between computers, allowing for quick global communication.
Applications of Computers in Science and Research
- Bioinformatics utilizes computers to store, organize and analyze biological data.
- This has applications in drug discovery, understanding genomes, and modeling biological processes.
How to check the Reliability of Web Sources
- Verify the author's credentials and expertise.
- Investigate the site's credentials and purpose.
- Evaluate the information's quality, considering timeliness, citations, and external links.
Student Reflection
- Students are asked to consider how the Information Age impacts sustainable development, and cultivates solution-oriented mindsets.
- Also consider how the Information Age impacts critical and innovative thinking, interpersonal skills, intrapersonal skills, global citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and media and information literacy.
- Students should explore how the Information Age influences progress in science and technology.
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Explore the transformative era known as the Information Age, where information is a pivotal commodity shaping communication, economy, and society. Engage in research activities focused on the Philippines to understand the local implications of this global trend. Additionally, watch a video to gain insights into the advantages and characteristics of the digital age.
