Deck 6: Inclusive Technology

Question 1

Universal Design principles appear to have been used to design tablet technology and the various applications that can run on it.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Augmentative and alternative communication devices should only be used to support the specific students with communication issues.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The computer can be a beneficial assistive technology for students with disabilities through the use of:

A) Spell checkers
B) Word prediction
C) Word processors
D) All of the options given here

Answer 3

D

Question 4

An example of an activator would be a(n):

A) Head pointer
B) IntelliKeys
C) Switch
D) Compact keyboard

Question 5

Explain how the SETT framework can help collaborative teams in schools foster the educational success of students with disabilities.

Question 6

Scanning as an assistive technology involves:

A) Viewing text quickly with one's eyes to quickly read it
B) Using the keyboard to make choices on the computer screen
C) Using an optical scanner to digitise images
D) Making a choice on the computer screen by activating a switch when the desired choice is identified

Question 7

Technologies are fundamental to the successful inclusion of students with disabilities in schools.

Question 8

Discuss the impact that the Australian Government Digital Education Advisory Group's report, Beyond the Classroom: A New Digital Education for Young Australians in the 21st Century, had on Australian education.

Question 9

Define and discuss the concept of Universal Design. Be sure to include the underpinning principles as well as Universal Design's relationship to assistive technology.

Question 10

Technologies enable students with diverse learning needs to take control of their learning and achieve their learning goals through:

A) Supporting learning, cognition, memory and task performance
B) Amplifying cognitive abilities, supporting cognition, memory and task performance
C) Amplifying cognitive abilities, supporting learning, social and personal development, enhancing memory and task performance
D) All of the options given here

Question 11

Digital technologies and inclusive technology create equitable access to the curriculum and our communities.

Question 12

When a student is in a multi-sensory area it is important to observe:

A) What music they are listening to
B) Whether their behaviour changes and what contributes to this change
C) Whether lighting changes their behaviour
D) All of the options given here

Question 13

Describe alternatives to a computer mouse that will enable students who may or may not be able to use their hands to operate a computer.

Question 14

Technologies can lead to an increase in quality of life for students with diverse learning needs.

Question 15

Research has shown spell checkers to be beneficial tools for students with learning difficulties.

Question 16

Which of the following factors have NOT been recognised in research as determining the successful use of digital technologies?

A) Most up-to-date technologies
B) School leadership
C) School culture
D) Professional learning for teachers

Question 17

"Curriculum leads, technology supports" suggests that for students with diverse learning needs to be successful at school there needs to be the integration of digital technologies with existing curriculum.

Question 18

A multi-sensory area can be useful for students with sensory processing difficulties and/or severe or multiple disabilities. It is useful for sensory overload because it:

A) Provides an opportunity and time to regulate behaviour
B) Provides a cool down area
C) Removes the students from their peers
D) All of the options given here

Question 19

Several skills are required to use a switch interface successfully. These include:

A) Good communication skills, social, cognitive and fine motor skills
B) Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills
C) Cognitive, literacy and fine motor skills
D) Motor, sense, cognitive and social skills

Question 20

Alternative keyboards:

A) Are minor adaptations of a standard keyboard
B) Require extensive training to use them efficiently
C) Can accommodate specific cognitive challenges
D) Require some muscle strength to operate them effectively

Question 21

Medical or speech and language therapy diagnostic labelling of students can help to identify the most effective teaching and learning approaches for each child.

Question 22

The four levels of technology integration described on the SAMR continuum are:

A) Substitution, augmentation, modification and redefinition
B) Definition, substitution, augmentation and modification
C) Definition, substitution, augmentation and redefinition
D) All of the options given here

Question 23

The best way to ensure consistency in the development and maintenance of technology infrastructure and on-site technical support between educational sectors and schools is:

A) Allocate the same amount of resources to all schools
B) Hire more IT specialists
C) Adopt the principles of universal design in all schools
D) All of the options given here

Question 24

The website Scootle provides digital resources that are linked to curriculum content.

Question 25

When differentiating the curriculum, teachers must consider the purposes of schooling, the domain, the intentions of the teaching sequence and the outcomes they are working towards in order to successfully link teaching, learning and assessment.

Question 26

Discuss the importance of digital resources in helping students and supporting learning.

Question 27

Kidspiration is a specialised clicker and software package for use with students with physical disabilities.

Question 28

Medical or speech and language therapy diagnostic labelling of students can help to identify the most effective teaching and learning approaches for each child.