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Education Technology in India

Description: This quiz aims to evaluate your knowledge on the topic of Education Technology in India. The questions cover various aspects such as the history, initiatives, challenges, and impact of educational technology in the Indian context.
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Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in India?

  1. Promoting online and digital education

  2. Improving the quality of teacher education

  3. Encouraging rote learning and memorization

  4. Fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The NEP 2020 emphasizes the need to move away from rote learning and memorization towards a more holistic and comprehensive approach to education.

What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program aimed at providing affordable digital devices to students?

  1. Digital India

  2. Smart India

  3. e-Basta

  4. Project Saksham

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The e-Basta program aims to provide affordable digital devices such as tablets and laptops to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by the implementation of educational technology in India?

  1. Lack of access to reliable internet connectivity

  2. Inadequate teacher training and support

  3. High cost of digital devices

  4. Cultural resistance to the use of technology in education

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While cultural factors may influence the adoption of educational technology, it is generally not considered a major challenge in India.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide free and open educational resources (OER) to students and educators?

  1. National Repository of Open Educational Resources (NROER)

  2. Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal

  3. e-Pathshala

  4. Swayam Prabha

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NROER is a repository of OER that includes textbooks, videos, audio lectures, and other learning materials.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using educational technology in the classroom?

  1. Increased student engagement and motivation

  2. Personalized learning experiences

  3. Improved access to educational resources

  4. Reduced need for face-to-face instruction

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While educational technology can enhance learning, it is not meant to replace face-to-face instruction entirely.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide free online courses to students?

  1. Swayam

  2. e-Pathshala

  3. NROER

  4. Project Saksham

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swayam is a platform that offers a wide range of online courses from various universities and institutions in India.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the NEP 2020's vision for education technology in India?

  1. Promoting the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education

  2. Encouraging the development of innovative educational technologies

  3. Establishing a national digital infrastructure for education

  4. Mandating the use of technology in all schools and colleges

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NEP 2020 does not mandate the use of technology in all schools and colleges, but rather encourages its adoption and integration.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide digital literacy training to citizens?

  1. Digital Saksharta Abhiyan

  2. Project Saksham

  3. e-Basta

  4. Swayam Prabha

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Digital Saksharta Abhiyan aims to provide digital literacy training to citizens, particularly those in rural and underserved areas.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by teachers in the implementation of educational technology in the classroom?

  1. Lack of adequate training and support

  2. Resistance to change and new teaching methods

  3. Technical difficulties and glitches

  4. Increased workload and time commitment

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While educational technology can increase workload and time commitment for teachers, it is not generally considered a major challenge.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide free and open educational television (ETV) channels to students?

  1. Swayam Prabha

  2. e-Pathshala

  3. NROER

  4. Project Saksham

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swayam Prabha is a platform that offers a wide range of educational TV channels covering various subjects and levels of education.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the NEP 2020's vision for education technology in India?

  1. Promoting the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning

  2. Improving the quality of educational content and resources

  3. Reducing the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to technology

  4. Encouraging the development of a private sector market for educational technology

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the NEP 2020 recognizes the role of the private sector in educational technology, it does not explicitly encourage its development as a key objective.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide free and open educational radio (OER) channels to students?

  1. Gyan Vani

  2. e-Pathshala

  3. NROER

  4. Project Saksham

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gyan Vani is a platform that offers a wide range of educational radio channels covering various subjects and levels of education.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the NEP 2020's vision for education technology in India?

  1. Promoting the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning

  2. Improving the quality of educational content and resources

  3. Reducing the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to technology

  4. Encouraging the development of a private sector market for educational technology

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the NEP 2020 recognizes the role of the private sector in educational technology, it does not explicitly encourage its development as a key objective.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to provide free and open educational radio (OER) channels to students?

  1. Gyan Vani

  2. e-Pathshala

  3. NROER

  4. Project Saksham

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gyan Vani is a platform that offers a wide range of educational radio channels covering various subjects and levels of education.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the NEP 2020's vision for education technology in India?

  1. Promoting the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning

  2. Improving the quality of educational content and resources

  3. Reducing the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to technology

  4. Encouraging the development of a private sector market for educational technology

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the NEP 2020 recognizes the role of the private sector in educational technology, it does not explicitly encourage its development as a key objective.

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