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virtually smarter
1 technology is everywhere today. it shapes how people communicate, learn, and work. but just knowing how to use a smartphone or computer isn’t enough. students need to understand how to use these tools wisely and safely. this is called digital literacy, and it should be taught in schools. just like reading literacy means understanding and effectively navigating written words, digital literacy means understanding and using information online. learning digital literacy in school teaches students to think critically, prepare for future jobs, and behave responsibly online.
2 critical thinking is one of the most essential skills students can develop. in today’s world, students are inundated with information online. but not everything that floods their screen is true. misinformation, or false information, spreads quickly and can easily mislead people. for example, a student might find a website that looks reliable but shares incorrect or biased opinions. without strong critical thinking skills, they might believe this false information.
3 additionally, the internet is full of scams designed to trick people into giving away personal information or money. scammers create fake websites and emails that look real to deceive people. a student might get an email that seems to be from a trusted company asking for their password or credit card details. without the ability to think critically, they might not notice it’s a scam and could fall for it. by asking students questions like, “who made this?” or “is this true?”, schools help them become smarter and safer online.
4 as technology advances, digital skills are becoming more important for future jobs. what was considered advanced a few years ago is now ordinary. for example, in the early 2000s, having a cell phone and laptop was usually only for professionals. now, many jobs require people to know how to manage social media, write code, or work with data. even in jobs that don’t seem related to technology, workers often need to use computers to write reports, organize information, or communicate with others. by teaching digital literacy in schools, students gain these critical skills. this makes them better prepared for the jobs they will apply for. it also gives them more job opportunities, making them more competitive in a world that is becoming more digital every
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what is the author’s main purpose in “virtually smarter”?
○ to inform readers about new technology students use in school
○ to argue that schools should take responsibility for teaching digital literacy
○ to describe the negative effects of using technology too often
○ to entertain readers with stories about online scams

Explanation:

El autor explica la importancia de la alfabetización digital en las escuelas, cómo enseñarla (como la lectura de escritos digitales) y sus beneficios para el futuro de los estudiantes. La opción correcta es la que coincide con informar sobre el uso de tecnología por estudiantes en la escuela y la alfabetización digital. Analicemos las opciones:

• Opción 1: "To inform readers about new technology students use in school" — El texto aborda la tecnología y la alfabetización digital en la escuela, explicando por qué es importante enseñarla. Esto coincide con el propósito informativo sobre el uso de tecnología (y la alfabetización digital) en la escuela.
• Opción 2: "To argue that schools should take responsibility for teaching digital literacy" — Aunque el texto dice que la alfabetización digital debería enseñarse en las escuelas, el enfoque principal es informar sobre la tecnología y la alfabetización digital, no solo argumentar la responsabilidad de las escuelas.
• Opción 3: "To describe the negative effects of using technology too often" — El texto no se centra en los efectos negativos del uso excesivo de tecnología, sino en la importancia de la alfabetización digital.
• Opción 4: "To entertain readers with stories about online scams" — El texto menciona estafas como ejemplo de por qué se necesita pensamiento crítico, no para entretener.

Por lo tanto, la opción correcta es la primera.

Answer:

A. To inform readers about new technology students use in school