Societal Changes as Technology Advances
Examine the following situations and determine which is an example of how technology has impacted the U.S. economy?
Select one:
a.
Technology has slowed economic growth exponentially.
b.
Technology has increased economic growth exponentially.
c.
Technology has resulted in both economic growth and economic slow-downs.
d.
Technology did not impact the U.S. economy until the great recession in 2008.
Determine which of the following best describes a “smart” classroom?
Select one:
a.
A classroom where students’ attend virtually rather than in person
b.
A classroom that has completely eliminated the use of pen and paper
c.
A classroom that embraces technology and utilizes different technologies to aid in teaching
d.
A classroom where overall students’ grades have improved with the addition of technology
In what ways has technology affected teaching in the classroom?
Select one:
a.
It has made accessing information easier.
b.
It has decreased students’ interest in learning.
c.
It has made female students more engaged in math and science
d.
It has made students more distracted in the classroom, leading to behavior issues
How Wilson, ND has a powerful oil industry. Predict how technology likely affected this population?
Select one:
a.
The automation of the oil industry increased the immigrant population significantly.
b.
The automation of the oil industry decreased the population as most people were not qualified for new jobs in the industry.
c.
The automation of the oil industry doubled the population and turned the area into a high-tech metropolitan area.
d.
The automation of the oil industry did not affect the population of the area.
According to Rosenbalt and Mobus, who studied communities, apply which is true about communication and the virtual world.
Select one:
a.
Physical separation means more money must be spent on infrastructure.
b.
Physical separation means that communities communicate far less with one another.
c.
Physical separation requires the development of more communication to help communities function.
d.
Physical separation means slower access to job opportunities.
Technology has the potential to bring people together, creating what some refer to as a global village. Determine which best describes a global village?
Select one:
a.
Electronic technology has nearly erased the awareness of cultural differences.
b.
