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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #42267 Short Digital literacy
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You will hear a recording of an educator discussing the importance of digital literacy in today’s society. Some words in the transcription differ from what the speaker said. Please click on the words that are different.
* Click on the words that are different from what you hear
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Correct Transcript:

In today's digital age, it's essential for everyone to develop a strong foundation in digital literacy. This means not only knowing how to use technological tools but also understanding how to navigate the vast information available online responsibly. Digital literacy involves distinguishing credible sources from misleading ones, protecting personal information from cyber threats, and understanding the ethical use of online content. As technology continues to advance, staying updated on digital trends and potential risks becomes more critical. This knowledge empowers individuals to make informed choices in a digitally connected world.
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Printed "imperative", the speaker says "essential"

Explanation: Listen for "it's essential for everyone." The printed word "imperative" is on the page. They start with different letters, so listen for the whole word.

Printed "safely", the speaker says "responsibly"

Explanation: You will hear "available online responsibly." The printed word "safely" is on the page. The first letters differ, and both end with "ly", so listen to the whole word.

Printed "discerning", the speaker says "distinguishing"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "distinguishing credible sources." The printed word "discerning" is on the page. Both start with the same letter and end the same, so wait for the whole word.

Printed "data", the speaker says "information"

Explanation: Listen again to "protecting personal information from." The printed word "data" is on the page. They begin with different letters and the spoken word is much longer, so trust your ears.

Printed "evolve", the speaker says "advance"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "continues to advance, staying." The printed word "evolve" is on the page. The first letters are different and the words differ in length, so listen for the full word.

Printed "crucial", the speaker says "critical"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "becomes more critical." The printed word "crucial" is on the page. Both words start with the same letter and end the same, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "decisions", the speaker says "choices"

Explanation: The speaker says "make informed choices in", not "decisions". The printed word "decisions" is on the page. The first letters differ, so listen to the spoken word before you click.

"digital" matches the audio

Explanation: "digital literacy" has a common word that some students doubt. It is spoken exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"online" matches the audio

Explanation: "available online" sits next to the changed word and may look like a trick. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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