Question 1

YouTube is an example of:
A) a social medium.
B) an interactive medium.
C) a non-interactive medium.
D) a videoconferencing medium.
E) a traditional medium.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Which type (interactive; non-interactive; social; or videoconferencing) are the following mediums:
A) Email
B) Facebook
C) Blog
D) Podcast
E) Twitter
F) SMS

Accepted Answer

Interactive: a,F,Non-interactive: c,D,Social: b,E.

Question 3

What issue do constructivist critics have with e-learning?
A) E-learning is not ideal because not everyone can use a computer.
B) E-Learning limits the role of the teacher.
C) E-learning limits the social environment where people make friends.
D) E-learning limits the social environment where much learning and discovery occurs.
E) E-learning limits the individual's expression.

Accepted Answer

Constructivist critics argue that e-learning limits the social environment where much learning and discovery occurs. This is because e-learning often takes place in isolation, without the benefit of face-to-face interaction with peers and teachers. This can limit opportunities for collaboration, discussion, and the creation of knowledge through shared experiences.

Question 4

What is a blog?
A) A newsgroup.
B) A new chat program.
C) A diverse set of online writing and/or commentary.
D) Short for blogger, or 'computer geek'.
E) A new Web browser.

Accepted Answer

A blog is a platform for online writing and commentary, often covering a diverse range of topics. It can also include multimedia such as photos and videos.

Answer: A and D
 A blog is not a newsgroup or a chat program, and while the term "blogger" is sometimes used to refer to someone who writes on a blog, it is not synonymous with "computer geek". A blog can be written by anyone with internet access and is not limited to those with technical expertise.

Question 5

Which of the following is true in modern email usage in Australia?
A) It is common practice to address emails using the salutation 'Sir' or 'Madam'.
B) It is common practice to try to respond to all emails within the same time frame, despite differences in status.
C) It is common practice to demand an immediate response on all emails.
D) It is common practice to sign off all emails with the valediction 'Yours faithfully'.
E) It is common practice to use email signatures.
F) It is common practice to sign off an informal email with the valediction 'Cheers'.
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Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is true in...

Question 6

In which year was the internet deregulated so that the general public could experiment with its software and services?
A) 1962
B) 1972
C) 1982
D) 1992
E) 2002

Accepted Answer

The internet was deregulated in 1992, which allowed the general public to experiment with its software and services. This led to the development of the World Wide Web and the rapid expansion of the internet into the global network we know today.

Question 7

How many characters does Twitter allow in a tweet?
A) 40
B) 60
C) 100
D) 140
E) 160

Accepted Answer

Twitter allows up to 140 characters in a tweet.

Question 8

McLuhan and Postman warn that mediated communication:
A) could be obsolete within 10 years.
B) could bring about widespread change with unexpected effects in communication, employment and society.
C) could be the main way people communicate over the internet in the future.
D) could replace face to face communication.
E) could ruin society.

Accepted Answer

McLuhan and Postman were both concerned about the potential impact of mediated communication on society, and they believed that the widespread adoption of new technologies could have unexpected and far-reaching effects on communication, employment, and social interactions. While they did not believe that mediated communication would necessarily replace face-to-face communication altogether, they did see it as a potentially disruptive force in human interactions.

Question 9

Blended learning is:
A) A blend of traditional and computer-based teaching techniques and tools.
B) Another term for e-learning.
C) Classrooms where the students are from a blend of different ages and cultures.
D) An integrated set of computer-mediated activities.
E) A theory of learning whereby activities are blended with theory to ensure optimal student outcomes.

Accepted Answer

Blended learning refers to the combination of traditional face-to-face teaching techniques and computer-based activities. It is a hybrid approach that integrates both online and offline learning activities to achieve optimal student outcomes.

Question 10

Which of the following is true about 'chatting' via mediated communication technology?
A) Chat is synchronous in nature: it takes place in real time.
B) Chat is asynchronous in nature: it is time-delayed.
C) You cannot transfer files in chat.
D) You cannot chat in any web-based email programs.
E) Chat is different to instant messaging.

Accepted Answer

Chat is a synchronous form of communication as it takes place in real-time. Participants in the chat room type and send messages that can be seen by everyone in the chat room simultaneously.

Answer: E
 Chatting is different from instant messaging in that it takes place in chat rooms where multiple participants can engage in a conversation, while instant messaging is a one-on-one form of communication where messages are exchanged between two people in real-time.

Question 11

What is an 'email server'?
A) A notification of service via email.
B) A remote computer located in a complex set of warehouse facilities that sorts and stores email messages.
C) A notification of service sent via a remote computer.
D) A remote computer that stores email messages.
E) A remote computer located on the internet that is dedicated to supplying messages to people who have the right protocol.

Accepted Answer

An email server is a remote computer located on the internet that is dedicated to supplying messages to people who have the right protocol.

Question 12

An important contributor to the early period of the internet, inventing the first web browser and pioneering the use of hypertext, was:
A) Mark Zuckerberg
B) Bill Gates
C) Linus Torvalds
D) Tim Bernes-Lee
E) Ash Gray

Accepted Answer

Tim Berners-Lee invented the first web browser (WorldWideWeb) and developed the concept of hypertext, which allowed for linking between different web pages. He is considered one of the pioneers of the internet and his contributions were crucial to the development of the World Wide Web, which revolutionized the way we access and share information.

Question 13

According to the Social Presence Hypothesis, which medium has the most 'social presence'?
A) Speaking facetoface.
B) Videoconferencing.
C) Telephone.
D) SMS.
E) Email

Accepted Answer

According to the Social Presence Hypothesis, face-to-face communication has the highest level of social presence. This is because it involves not just verbal communication, but also non-verbal cues such as gestures, facial expressions, and tone of voice, which all contribute to a sense of connection and social presence. In contrast, other communication mediums such as email or SMS lack these non-verbal cues and are therefore considered to have lower levels of social presence.

Question 14

What does the term 'perpetual contact' mean?
A) That meditated communication tools can connect people in an ongoing manner, no matter where they are located or what time of day it is.
B) That meditated communication tools disconnect people from the real world.
C) That meditated communication tools are required for people to have any friends.
D) That meditated communication tools bring greater social awareness to people.
E) That meditated communication tools are shut off when people reach home.

Accepted Answer

Perpetual contact refers to the ability of meditated communication tools to keep people in constant communication with others, regardless of their location or the time of day. This can include tools like texting, social media, and video chat.

Question 15

According to the text, what percentage of children across Western nations are said to have experienced cyber-bullying?
A) 5%
B) 15%
C) 25%
D) 35%
E) 50%

Accepted Answer

According to the text, 25% of children across Western nations are said to have experienced cyber-bullying.

Question 16

'The privacy of Australians using mediated communication technologies is assured.' Is this true?
A) Yes, it is true. The Australian constitution protects our privacy on the internet.
B) Yes, it is true, except if you use a computer at work.
C) No, it is not true. The Patriot Act has removed Australians' privacy rights to prevent terrorism.
D) No, it is not true. It doesn't matter because privacy is no longer important.
E) No, it is not true. The privacy of computer-mediated messages is not guaranteed in Australia.

Accepted Answer

The privacy of computer-mediated messages is not guaranteed in Australia. While there are some laws and regulations that protect privacy, such as the Privacy Act, they may not be able to fully protect individuals' privacy in the digital age. There have been instances where data breaches and government surveillance programs have compromised Australians' privacy. Additionally, employers have the right to monitor their employees' computer usage at work.

Question 17

Why is desktop videoconferencing (DTV) not a regularly used application by most people?
A) It is easy to make direct eye contact on a webcam.
B) People always like how they appear on webcam.
C) Audio compression can cut off the voice at times and phrases may be misunderstood.
D) Most households in Australia do not have the bandwidth to cope with DTV.
E) Webcams are extremely expensive.

Accepted Answer

Audio compression issues can lead to misunderstandings during videoconferencing, which can make it less appealing for regular use.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is the best definition for 'plagiarism software'?
A) Plagiarism software helps to detect students who cheat at exams.
B) Plagiarism software is used by students to see where they have not referenced their sources.
C) Plagiarism software compares a piece of written work to the internet and other databases to determine if original works have been submitted as the author's own work.
D) Plagiarism software is designed to highlight where copyright has been breached.
E) Plagiarism software detects if students have copied another students work.

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism software compares a piece of written work to the internet and other databases to determine if original works have been submitted as the author's own work. This is the most accurate and specific definition of plagiarism software. Other choices are either incorrect or too narrow in scope.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is true about copyright?
A) Copyright protects ideas from being reproduced in any way.
B) Copyright protects the concrete expression of ideas.
C) Copyright only applies to paper-based technologies.
D) Copyright is an outdated concept that can never be enforced due to the internet.
E) Copyright is an outdated concept due to the introduction of freeware.

Accepted Answer

Copyright law protects the concrete expression of ideas, such as written works or images, rather than the ideas themselves.

Answer: D and E are both incorrect. While the internet has posed challenges to enforcing copyright law, it is still an important concept that can be enforced through legal means. The introduction of freeware (software that is available for free) does not render copyright law outdated, as it still applies to any works that are protected by copyright.

Question 20

'The internet is not subject to any form of censorship.' Is this a true statement?
A) Yes, it is true. There are not any restrictions to what can be put on the internet.
B) Yes, it is true. Governments can try to censor the internet, but these attempts are unsuccessful.
C) Yes, it is true. While there are not any restrictions as to what can be put on the internet, in some countries you can be charged for accessing illegal content.
D) No, it is not true. Some countries, like China, actively censor the internet.
E) No, it is not true. Most countries, including Australia, censor the internet.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 'The internet is not subject to any...

Quiz 5: Mediated Communication

YouTube is an example of:

Which type (interactive; non-interactive; social; or videoconferencing) are the following mediums: A) Email B) Facebook C) Blog D) Podcast E) Twitter F) SMS

What issue do constructivist critics have with e-learning?

What is a blog?

Which of the following is true in modern email usage in Australia?

In which year was the internet deregulated so that the general public could experiment with its software and services?

How many characters does Twitter allow in a tweet?

McLuhan and Postman warn that mediated communication:

Blended learning is:

Which of the following is true about 'chatting' via mediated communication technology?

What is an 'email server'?

An important contributor to the early period of the internet, inventing the first web browser and pioneering the use of hypertext, was:

According to the Social Presence Hypothesis, which medium has the most 'social presence'?

What does the term 'perpetual contact' mean?

According to the text, what percentage of children across Western nations are said to have experienced cyber-bullying?

'The privacy of Australians using mediated communication technologies is assured.' Is this true?

Why is desktop videoconferencing (DTV) not a regularly used application by most people?

Which of the following statements is the best definition for 'plagiarism software'?

Which of the following statements is true about copyright?

'The internet is not subject to any form of censorship.' Is this a true statement?