Digital Literacy Vocab

1.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Algorithm"

A programming language used for web development.

A random number generator.

A type of computer hardware.

A procedure used to locate specific data within a collection of information.

2.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Attention economy"

An economic model based solely on financial transactions, without regard to who is doing the purchasing or selling.

The idea that one of the driving forces of online interactions is the exchange of attention, rather than goods or money.

A method for measuring productivity in the workplace, using monitoring software to track communications and online activities.

A social condition where attention is ignored and undervalued.

3.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Belief perseverance"

The tendency to continue believing something even after learning that the foundation of the belief is false.

The tendency to accept new evidence without question.

The tendency to forget previous beliefs.

The tendency to question the beliefs of others persistently, regardless of one's own beliefs.

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is a "Bot"?

A bot is a type of autonomous computer virus that spreads through networks.

A bot is automated online program; the name is short for web robot.

Bot is short for robot; a physical robot that performs manual labor.

A bot is a science fiction concept found in movies and books, like The Murderbot Diaries.

5.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Digital literacy"

Understanding how to use a calculator for math courses.

The ability to read books in any format, whether it's an eBook, printed book, or audiobook.

The ability to participate safely, critically, meaningfully and justly in the production and consumption of content online.

Basic knowledge of communication methods like email, phone calls, DMs and handwritten letters.

6.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is a "Digital footprint"?

A digital footprint is the amount of data stored on a hard drive or in the cloud.

A digital footprint refers to the physical traces left by devices like smartphones, laptops, and tablets.

A digital footprint is information about a person that can be found online as a result of their internet activity.

A digital footprint is a type of online security measure that the government uses to track suspicious behavior.

7.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Filter bubble"

A filter bubble is the limited perspective that can result from personalized search algorithms.

A filter bubble refers to a physical barrier in a building that protects the interior from air pollution.

A filter bubble is a method for filtering spam emails, protecting your inbox from harmful or distressing content.

A filter bubble is a type of social media tool that uses filters, like Reels, Snaps, and TikToks.

8.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

"Groupthink" is a group's practice of thinking or making decisions in such a way that promotes...

...effective decision-making in teams.

...shared responsibility for the environment at the expense of the group's harmony.

...individual creativity within the group and protects each person's ability to make their own decisions.

...harmony and conformity within the group at the expense of creativity or individual responsibility.

9.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Heuristic"

A heuristic is a strict mathematical formula for solving engineering problems that uses a lot of computational power.

a type of high-tech gadget that operates using advanced artificial intelligence, eliminating the need for human input.

A cognitive shortcut that helps people solve problems in less time than it would take to think the problem all the way through.

A philosophical theory about the nature of knowledge and decision-making.

10.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define the "Illusory truth effect"

A cognitive bias that occurs when people confuse repetition with truth.

The tendency to believe false statements after first hearing them.

A phenomenon where people remember statements as true if they are presented with visual aids.

A phenomenon where the more complicated the information, the more likely it is to be accepted as fact, regardless of its actual validity.

Answer explanation

Repeated exposure to false information may induce people to believe that this information is true, even when they know better.

11.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Lulz"

A brand of luxury clothing.

Laughter and enjoyment, usually at someone else’s expense.

A term used to describe a serious cyber crime.

A type of dance popular in the 1980s.

12.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is "Media hacking"?

The manipulation of electronic and online media, especially social media, to shape a particular narrative.

Media hacking is the distribution of media content without any credit to the author.

Media hacking refers to the process of securing media from unauthorized access.

Media hacking is the creation of original media content exclusively online.

13.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Define "Meme culture"

A formalized system where people gather in libraries to read lengthy essays about memes, discussing their impact on society with strict rules and protocols. It’s all about appreciating memes as serious literature, completely devoid of humor or casual sharing.

Internet culture centered around the creation and distribution of memes: images, videos, phrases, symbols or other brief texts meant to be funny and shared widely online, often with slight changes.

A sophisticated academic discipline focused solely on the study of ancient literature, specifically stories that have been passed down through generations.

The exclusive practice of sharing traditional art forms, where people meticulously paint or sculpt their favorite memes to create highbrow masterpieces.

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