Practices Topic 1

ESSAY QUESTION
Here are five essay questions based on the contents of the document:
1. How are trends such as Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) influencing
modern education? Discuss their impact on teaching methods and student
outcomes.
2. Evaluate the role of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) in today’s
educational system. How do they transform the learning process for both
students and teachers?
3. Analyze the significance of collaborative learning and the four Cs of 21st-century
skills (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity) in shaping
future educational practices.
4. Discuss the impact of emerging technologies such as mobile learning, augmented
reality, and 3D printing on classroom learning experiences. How can educators
effectively integrate these technologies into their teaching strategies?
5. Explain the concept of 'The World is Open' by Curtis J. Bonk. How do the '10
openers' contribute to making global education accessible to all learners?
These questions can help guide deeper discussions on educational trends and technologies.
Here are 25 multiple-choice questions based on the content of the document you provided:
Topic 1: Trends in Education
1. Which skills are emphasized in Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)?

o A) Memorizing facts
o B) Understanding, evaluating, and creating
o C) Recalling information
o D) Reproducing exam answers
Answer: B
2. Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Cs of 21st-century skills?
o A) Creativity
o B) Collaboration
o C) Critical thinking
o D) Coding
Answer: D
3. What is the role of a teacher in the 21st-century classroom?
o A) Sage on the stage
o B) Guide by the side
o C) Sole provider of knowledge
o D) Authority figure
Answer: B
4. What does VLE stand for?
o A) Virtual Learning Environment
o B) Virtual Lab Experience
o C) Versatile Learning Evaluation
o D) Verified Learning Ecosystem
Answer: A
5. Which platform is an example of Open Source VLE?
o A) Blackboard
o B) Moodle
o C) Google Classroom
o D) Edmodo
Answer: B
6. Which of the following countries is frequently at the top of international
education league tables?
o A) Canada
o B) Singapore
o C) United States
o D) Brazil
Answer: B
7. Which two international assessments are mentioned in the document?
o A) SAT and GRE
o B) PISA and TIMSS
o C) IELTS and TOEFL
o D) GMAT and LSAT
Answer: B
Emerging Technologies and Educational Trends
8. Which technology is included under 'Consumer Technology'?

o A) Cloud computing
o B) Robotics
o C) Social media
o D) Virtual reality
Answer: B
9. The flipped classroom model involves students:
o A) Reading textbooks in class
o B) Watching videos at home and discussing in class
o C) Doing group work in every class
o D) Listening to teacher lectures every day
Answer: B
10. What are the benefits of collaborative learning?
 A) Increased motivation
 B) Promotion of critical thinking
 C) Improved attitudes toward learning
 D) All of the above
Answer: D
Long-term and Short-term Educational Trends
11. Which of the following is a long-term trend in higher education?
 A) Advancing cultures of innovation

 B) Blended learning adoption
 C) Collaborative learning
 D) Mobile learning
Answer: A
12. Which technology allows real-time mobility and portability in education?
 A) Virtual reality
 B) Cloud computing
 C) Mobile devices
 D) Social media
Answer: C
13. Which learning technology involves students producing materials like videos and
stories?
 A) Simulation-based learning
 B) Project-based learning
 C) Learning by creating
 D) Flipped classroom
Answer: C
14. In the Horizon Report, what does the short-term plan emphasize for higher
education?
 A) Blended and collaborative learning

 B) Redesigning learning space
 C) Virtual reality
 D) Advancing entrepreneurial thinking
Answer: A
15. How is furniture reconfigured in 21st-century classrooms?
 A) Fixed rows of desks

 B) Mobile and flexible layouts
 C) All students face the teacher
 D) No technology is used
Answer: B
10 Openers (WE-ALL-LEARN)
16. What is the first trend in Bonk's WE-ALL-LEARN model?
 A) E-learning and blended learning

 B) Web searching in the world of e-books
 C) Learning object repositories
 D) Electronic collaboration
Answer: B
17. Which platform is used for sharing video tutorials and educational materials?
 A) Scribd
 B) YouTube
 C) SlideShare
 D) LinkedIn
Answer: B
18. Which technology supports real-time collaboration among students globally?
 A) Google Classroom
 B) Second Life
 C) iEARN
 D) Blackboard
Answer: C
19. Which of the following is a digital strategy mentioned in the document?
 A) MOOC
 B) BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)
 C) VLE
 D) LMS
Answer: B
20. Which category of emerging technology includes 'tablet computing' and '3D
videos'?
 A) Internet technology
 B) Consumer technology
 C) Learning technology
 D) Social media technology
Answer: B
Educational Policies and Strategies
21. What is the purpose of TIMSS and PISA assessments?
 A) Evaluate teaching strategies

 B) Measure students' ability in Mathematics and Science
 C) Track student behavior
 D) Implement classroom technology
Answer: B
22. According to the document, redesigning learning space helps with:
 A) Improving budget planning

 B) Optimizing collaborative activities
 C) Decreasing teacher involvement
 D) Increasing traditional exams
Answer: B
23. Which technology is used for visualizing and analyzing data in educational
settings?
 A) Augmented reality
 B) 3D printing
 C) Information visualization
 D) Mobile apps
Answer: C
24. Which is an example of open-source courseware used by educational

institutions?
 A) Blackboard
 B) Moodle
 C) Google Classroom
 D) Zoom
Answer: B
25. What does the acronym 'WE-ALL-LEARN' relate to in education?
 A) Social media trends

 B) Collaborative learning strategies
 C) Web-based education trends
 D) Virtual learning platforms
Answer: C
These questions cover different aspects of the trends, emerging technologies, and educational
strategies outlined in your document

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ESSAY QUESTION

Topic 1: Trends in Education

1. Which skills are emphasized in Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)?

8. Which technology is included under 'Consumer Technology'?

Long-term and Short-term Educational Trends

11. Which of the following is a long-term trend in higher education?

 A) Advancing cultures of innovation

12. Which technology allows real-time mobility and portability in education?

 A) Blended and collaborative learning

15. How is furniture reconfigured in 21st-century classrooms?

 A) Fixed rows of desks

16. What is the first trend in Bonk's WE-ALL-LEARN model?

 A) E-learning and blended learning

18. Which technology supports real-time collaboration among students globally?

19. Which of the following is a digital strategy mentioned in the document?

Educational Policies and Strategies

21. What is the purpose of TIMSS and PISA assessments?

 A) Evaluate teaching strategies

22. According to the document, redesigning learning space helps with:

 A) Improving budget planning

24. Which is an example of open-source courseware used by educational

25. What does the acronym 'WE-ALL-LEARN' relate to in education?

 A) Social media trends

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