UGCNET Questions

E-mail and LMS platforms are examples of information and communication technologies that allow teachers and students to exchange messages without being in the same place or time. This computer-mediated communication can extend classroom interaction beyond physical boundaries.

Option A:
Option A limits communication to face-to-face interaction only, which does not match the use of e-mail or LMS, where interaction is mediated by technology and can be asynchronous.

Option B:
Option B is correct because e-mail and LMS are forms of computer-mediated communication that extend classroom interaction beyond physical meetings and fixed timings.

Option C:
Option C refers to mass communication through television channels, which is one-way broadcast to large audiences, not two-way online communication between teacher and students.

Option D:
Option D speaks about nonverbal communication using gestures. E-mail and LMS are primarily text-based and may include digital resources, but not mainly gestures.

Assistive ICT aims to remove barriers for learners with disabilities by adapting input and output mechanisms. Eye-tracking and head-tracking systems allow individuals with limited hand control to interact with computers using subtle movements. Software interprets these movements as cursor motion and clicks, enabling text entry and navigation. This technology can significantly enhance participation in digital learning environments.

Option A:
Option A offers no special accommodation; a standard mouse still requires fine motor control of the hand. For many students with severe motor impairments, this is not feasible.

Option B:
This option correctly identifies a class of devices explicitly designed to replace or augment traditional input devices. These systems are central examples of how ICT supports inclusive education for learners with physical limitations.

Option C:
This option about calculators provides only numeric functions and does not address the broader need to control a computer interface. It is not an assistive input device for general ICT use.

Option D:
Chalk and duster belong to traditional classroom tools and cannot provide access to digital systems. They do not serve as input devices for computers.