Technology Literacy for Educators — Question 3

You are a teacher at a secondary school. You work closely with the school administration.
A group of parents questions the large sum of money that the school invests in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) resources.
You are requested to prepare a response on behalf of the school.
On which argument will you base your response?

Answer options

• A. Modern economies increasingly require a workforce that has good typing skills, so the school must try to incorporate computers into all its activities.
• B. Modern economies are increasingly based on knowledge and information, so students must learn the skills required to handle information.
• C. The business sector in modern economies increasingly expects schools to produce students who are qualified in financial knowledge.
• D. Modern economies increasingly depend on the growth of the computer manufacturing industry, an economic sector that schools must support.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it highlights the importance of information and knowledge in today's economy, emphasizing the need for students to acquire skills to manage information effectively. Options A, C, and D, while relevant, do not address the core necessity of knowledge and information handling, which is crucial for students' future success.