Digital Literacy 101
What is Digital Literacy?
A. The ability to find, understand and evaluate digital information and technology, including how to do this safely and responsibly
B. The ability to understand and express your feelings, as well as recognize and respond to the feelings of others
C. The ability to use basic math skills in everyday life, including using numbers to solve problems and manage money
D. The ability to read and write music
A. The ability to find, understand and evaluate digital information and technology, including how to do this safely and responsibly
Is the following statement true or false?
Playing online games do not have any benefits for children.
False
What is fake news?
A. False information
B. Information that is shared under the appearance of real news
C. News that is meant to mislead or deceive others
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Excess screen time can have a negative affects on many aspects of a person’s life. Which aspect can be heavily influenced in a bad, or negative, way?
A. Social skills
B. Mental health
C. Physical health and exercise
D. Sleep
E. All of the above
E. All of the above
All Toronto Public Library branches have Play and Learn STEM Kits (PLSKs). They are a set of equipment that supports digital literacy opportunities for play-based learning in children’s programming, outreach and community events! They include tablets and some other cool tech! What tech is NOT included in PLSKs?
A. Dash and Dots
B. Spheros
C. Snap Circuits
D. Makey Makeys
D. Makey Makeys
Which of the following is NOT considered a digital literacy skill?
A.Coding
B.Creative writing
C.Cybersecurity basics
D.Searching online
B. Creative Writing
When is it OK to post a picture of yourself online?
A. When you feel like it
B. When your friend says you should
C. When a stranger you’re speaking with asks you to
D. When you’ve asked your parent/guardian to make sure it is safe to do so
D. When you’ve asked your parent/guardian to make sure it is safe to do so
There are many strategies you can use to spot fake news. Which of the following is NOT a good strategy to use?
A. Using information from sources that are the only ones reporting on a story, or from sources you have never heard of before
B. Checking for errors such as improper pronouns, strange statistics, spelling and grammar
C. Checking to see if the information is shared from a reliable source, such as checking to see if it is known to release parody or “joke” articles or if the site looks professional with appropriate images for the articles and legitimate contact information
D. Determining if there is bias in the information you are reading (personal opinions vs. fact-based information) by looking to see if information has purposely been left out or by fact-checking the information provided
A. Using information from sources that are the only ones reporting on a story, or from sources you have never heard of before
There are also benefits to screen time when used an appropriate amount of time and for certain activities. The quality of the content being accessed is also very important, especially as children get older. Which is not an activity that is beneficial?
A. Using a device to play an educational game online
B. Using a device to read an eBook online
C. Scrolling social media for extended periods of time
D. Using apps that promote creativity like art and graphic design or music making
C. Scrolling social media for extended periods of time
This activity is considered the backbone of software development, powering everything from mobile apps to artificial intelligence systems. What is it?
A. Coding
B. Circuitry
C. Robotics
D. All of the above
A. Coding
How does Toronto Public Library support people with developing their digital literacy skills?
A. Offers a wide range of programs to help develop digital literacy skills, from computer basics to coding and robotics
B. Provides free access to books and online databases, like LinkedIn Learning, that can teach you digital literacy skills
C. Has cool technology in their Digital Innovation Hubs that everyone, including children and families, can access and learn more about, like 3D printers, Arduinos, and Raspberry Pis.
D. All of the above
E. A and B only
D. All of the above
Which of the following IS a safe action to do online?
A. Accept friend requests from people you don’t know on social media accounts
B. Use multiple passwords for your different personal online accounts
C. Post your friend’s personal information online once you’ve confirmed with them that it’s OK
D. Click on links from unknown people and/or email addresses
B. Use multiple passwords for your different personal online accounts
Why do people make and/or spread fake news?
A. They make money by doing it
B. To kindly help people build their digital literacy skills by giving people the opportunity to pay attention and critically think about the information they are getting
C. To promote ideas and beliefs about organizations or companies they work for
D. To trick or entertain people
E. All of the above
F. All answers are correct except B
F. All answers are correct except B
We are web-based platforms, applications and technologies that enable people to socially interact and network with one another digitally. What are we?
A. Global Apps
B. Social Media
C. Video Games
D. Email
B. Social Media
Which company developed the artificial intelligence (A.I.) chatbox, ChatGPT?
A. OpenAI
B. Amazon
C. Microsoft
D. IBM
A. OpenAI
What are the most common types of devices children use to access the internet?
A. Gaming Consoles
B. Tablets
C. Laptops/Computers
D. Cell Phones
D. Cell Phones
What statement is NOT true about using a video chat software to talk to someone?
A. Video chats can be recorded and/or saved even without your permission
B. If you see something that is weird or bad, you should log off and tell a parent/guardian
C. A link you click and download from a video chat cannot give your device viruses as video chat software automatically scans for viruses
D. The more often you use video and instant messaging, the more likely you are to encounter cyberbullying
C. A link you click and download from a video chat cannot give your device viruses as video chat software automatically scans for viruses
Which statement is NOT true about the term misinformation?
A. It is false or misleading information
B. It is shared with the intent to deceive others
C. It can be shared through many different sources, such as through social media, books and magazines, podcasts, and YouTube channels
D. It is shared because the individual or group believes that the information is true
B. It is shared with the intent to deceive others
Screen time is how much time a person spends in front of a screen. Which if the following is NOT a true professional recommendation about how long someone should be using screens?
A. Screen time for children younger than 2 years old is not recommended
B. Children 2-5 years old should be limited to less than 1 hour a day of screen time
C. In structured education settings for early learners, educators should minimize a child’s daily screen time to 20-30 minutes a day
D. School-aged children should not be on screens for more than 3 hours a day
D. School-aged children should not be on screens for more than 3 hours a day
In 2011, a computer game developed by Microsoft was released. It is now one of the most popular games for children! In the game, players use block-building mechanics to explore, gather resources, and build structures in an open-world. What game is it?
A. Fortnite
B. Roblox
C. Minecraft
D. LEGO Star Wars
C. Minecraft
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the importance of developing digital literacy skills?
A. Prepares students for professional careers, especially in STEM-related fields
B. Gives people the ability to connect with and socialize with others from almost anywhere in the world
C. Allows people to find information online that is always trustworthy and accurate
D. Gives opportunities to be creative through digital outlets, like writing blogs or marking art through graphic design
C. Allows people to find information online that is always trustworthy and accurate
Multiple studies have found that the most common type of cyberbullying reported by Canadian students is which of the following?
A. Name calling
B. Spreading rumors
C. Posting embarrassing photos or videos of someone
D. Purposefully excluding someone from online activities such as video games and instant messaging chats
A. Name Calling
Many ads and websites use a strategy that designs content to influence you to visit a page, video, or imagine online. They do this as a way to make money because ad networks allow websites to earn money from the number of views that their ads receive. What is this strategy called?
A. Clickbait
B. Adbait
C. Mousebait
D. Scambait
A. Clickbait
Screen time effects on mental health have become a very important topic as we move further and further into the digital age. What statement is NOT true about screens and mental health:
A. Watching TV on weekdays as well as weekends, instead of watching TV just on weekends, makes no different on the mental health of children
B. Girls are at higher risk for depression when exposed to extensive screen time
C. Covid-19 played a big part in the overall rise of screen time amongst children
D. Children who meet screen time recommendations are more likely to have good psychosocial health outcomes compared to those who have not followed the recommendations
A. Watching TV on weekdays as well as weekends, instead of watching TV just on weekends, makes no different on the mental health of children
We all love our mobile phones! What company made the first handheld mobile phone in 1973?
A. Apple
B. Samsung
C. Motorola
D. Nokia
C. Motorola