EMERGING TECHNOLOGY

Created by Carisa Guasp

Computer Applications

Standard 1.0 - The student will evaluate the impact and applications of computers in society.◦ 1.1 - Analyze the impact of computer technology on individual lives and the business world. ◦ 1.2 - Explore emerging computer technologies. ◦ 1.4 - Explore the use of computers in business, recreation, and entertainment.

Student Performance Indicator: The student: Compares and contrasts the benefits and limitations of computer technology in business, education, recreation, and

entertainment.

Sample Performance Task : In assigned work groups, research and identify ways technology affects each team member.

Standard 9.0 - The student will examine the new and emerging technologies.◦ 9.2 - Compare and contrast potential changes in technologies, lifestyles, and employment needs.

Student Performance Indicator: The student: Predicts and assess emerging trends in computers, communication, and business.

Tennessee Curriculum Standards

Before the start of the game, please print out your Scorecard. Game will start on the Emerging Technologies Game Board. Use the Arrows on the bottom of the page to navigate through

the Game. The Home Button will always bring you back to the

Gameboard. Once you have completed all 20 Questions, Tally up your

Scorecard, and we will see which Team wins!

GOOD LUCK AND HAVE FUN!!!

Directions

Score CardTEAM 1 TEAM 2

FINAL TALLY: FINAL TALLY:

Each team will earn 1 point for every correct answer.

Write down the number of each question that is answered

correctly in your Team’s tracking area. At the end of

the game, total the number of questions your team got

correct, and enter your Score in the FINAL TALLY box.

TO PRINT:1. Click the Escape Key

2. In the top left hand corner, click the Office Button, Then Print,

Click on Slide, and Enter Slide 4.3. Pick up your printed Scorecard

at the Printer!

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WHAT IS THE INTRANET?

Question 1

The Intranet is a privately maintained computer network that can be

accessed only by authorized persons, especially members or employees of

the organization that owns it.

Answer 1

Question 2

WHAT IS A COMPUTER NETWORK?

A Computer Network is a system containing any combination of

computers, computer terminals, printers, audio or visual display devices, or

telephones interconnected by telecommunication equipment or cables: used to transmit or receive information.

Answer 2

Question 3

THIS IS A?

TOUCH SCREEN

Answer 3

WHAT IS A COMPUTER PROGRAM?

Question 4

A Computer Program is a sequence of instructions that a computer can

interpret and execute.

Answer 4

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE INTERNET

AND THE INTRANET?

Question 5

The Internet is a public network that anyone could use or have access to.

An Intranet is a private network which requires a valid user-name and password or other authentication. An intranet is usually a

company website only employees can access

Answer 5

WHAT IS COMPUTER SOFTWARE?

Question 6

Computer software is written programs, procedures or rules and

associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system

and that are stored in read/write memory.

Answer 6

WHAT IS COMPUTER HARDWARE?

Question 7

Computer hardware is the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and

electrical components making up a computer system.

Answer 7

Question 8

WHATIS THE

WAITRESSDOING?

The waitress is entering her order on the new TOUCHSCREEN

Computer System.

Answer 8

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMPUTER

HARDWARE AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE?

Question 9

Hardware is the components that make up the computer like printers, mice, hard drives, processor fans,

monitors, etc. Software is otherwise known as computer programs.

Answer 9

WHAT IS A DATABASE?

Question 10

A Database is a comprehensive collection of related data organized for convenient access, generally in a

computer.

Answer 10

Question 11

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NEW SYSTEM AT THE CATFISH GALLEY IS INNOVATING.

TRUE OR FALSE?

TRUE

Answer 11

WHAT IS AN OPPORTUNITY COST?

Question 12

An Opportunity Cost is the cost of an alternative that must be forgone in order to pursue a certain action; the

benefits you can receive by taking an alternative action.

Answer 12

WHAT IS PRODUCTIVITY?

Question 13

Productivity is a measure of worker efficiency.

Answer 13

Question 14

TRUE OR FALSE?

A TELEPHONE LINE CAN NOT BE PART OF A

COMPUTER NETWORK.

FALSE

A TELEPHONE LINE CAN BE PART OF A COMPUTER

NETWORK.

Answer 14

Question 15TRUE OR FALSE?

THE NEW SYSTEM WILL ALLOW MANAGEMENT TO CREATE REPORTS THAT WILL ASSIST IN CREATING

EMPLOYEE SCHEDULES AND FORECASTING BUSINESS NEEDS.

TRUE

Answer 15

Question 16TRUE OR FALSE?

THE NEW SYSTEM WILL MAKE IT

HARDER FOR THE CASHIERS TO DO

THEIR JOB.

FALSE

The new system will make it easier for the Cashiers to do their job. The Cashiers will be able to pull up the

tickets by entering in a ticket number instead of reading a ticket and entering every item manually.

The new system will also allow the Cashiers to multitask more effectively.

Answer 16

WHAT IS AN INCENTIVE?

Question 17

An Incentive is something that incites or tends to incite to action or greater

effort, as a reward offered for increased productivity.

Answer 17

Question 18

TRUE OR FALSE?MANAGEMENT WILL BE ABLE TO CREATE SALES INCENTIVES

FOR THE EMPLOYEES AND UTILIZE THE NEW

SYSTEM TO TRACK THEIR PROGRESS.

TRUE

Management will have the opportunity to create reports that will allow them

to track multiple aspects of the business.

Answer 18

WHAT IS A COMPUTER NETWORK?

Question 19

A Computer Network is two or more computers and peripheral equipment

(e.g., printers) that are connected with one another for the purpose of

exchanging data electronically.

Answer 19

WHAT INTERNET TOOL CAN BE USED TO ASSIST IN THE

TRAINING OF THE NEW COMPUTER SYSTEM AT

CATFISH GALLEY?

Question 20

Answer 20VOICETHREAD!