TELPAS Technology Writing Prompts
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TELPAS Technology Writing Prompts
📱 Part 1: Technology Analysis Prompts
Scenario: Maria notices that her younger brother spends 4 hours daily on social media apps. He often compares himself to influencers and feels sad about his appearance. However, he also uses these platforms to connect with friends and learn new skills like cooking and guitar playing.
Prompt: Analyze both the positive and negative effects of social media on teenagers. Use specific examples to support your argument about whether the benefits outweigh the risks.
Scenario: Lincoln Middle School introduced an AI tutoring program that personalizes lessons for each student. The program identifies learning gaps and adjusts difficulty levels automatically. Some students love the instant feedback, while others miss human interaction and feel the AI doesn't understand their emotions when they're frustrated.
Prompt: Evaluate whether AI tutors can effectively replace human teachers. What essential qualities do human educators provide that technology cannot replicate?
Scenario: Alex downloads a free fitness app that tracks his daily steps, sleep patterns, and heart rate. The app provides helpful health insights, but Alex discovers it shares his data with advertising companies. Now he receives targeted ads for gym memberships and health supplements.
Prompt: Analyze the trade-off between convenience and privacy in digital applications. Should companies be required to offer the same services without collecting personal data? Justify your position.
Scenario: During a snow week, students attend classes virtually from home. Some students thrive with the flexibility and quiet environment, completing assignments efficiently. Others struggle with distractions, technical issues, and the lack of immediate teacher support. Parents report mixed experiences helping their children navigate online platforms.
Prompt: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of remote learning versus traditional classroom instruction. Which factors determine whether a student succeeds in virtual environments?
Scenario: Research shows that students who play strategic video games often demonstrate improved problem-solving skills and faster decision-making abilities. However, excessive gaming can lead to sleep deprivation, reduced physical activity, and declining academic performance. Some schools now incorporate educational games into their curriculum.
Prompt: Evaluate the claim that video games can enhance learning and cognitive development. What conditions must exist for gaming to be beneficial rather than harmful to students?
💻 Part 2: Technology Ethics and Future Impact
Scenario: A recent study found that teenagers check their phones an average of 150 times per day. Many students report feeling anxious when separated from their devices, even for short periods. Schools debate whether to implement phone-free policies during class time.
Prompt: Analyze whether smartphone dependency among teenagers is a serious problem that requires intervention. What evidence supports or contradicts this concern?
Scenario: While researching climate change for a science project, Sam finds conflicting information on different websites. Some sources cite scientific studies, while others present opinions as facts. Social media posts and video content further complicate his ability to determine what information is reliable.
Prompt: Evaluate the challenges students face when determining the credibility of online information. What strategies should schools teach to help students become better digital researchers?
Scenario: Many jobs that exist today may be automated by robots and AI within the next 20 years. Self-checkout machines have already replaced many cashiers, and self-driving vehicles may eliminate driving jobs. However, new technology also creates opportunities for jobs that don't exist yet.
Prompt: Analyze how automation will impact the job market for your generation. What skills should students develop now to remain competitive in a technology-driven economy?
Scenario: When schools shifted to online learning, some students lacked reliable internet access or personal devices at home. These students fell behind academically, while classmates with better technology access continued learning effectively. This gap highlighted existing inequalities in educational opportunities.
Prompt: Evaluate the impact of the digital divide on educational equality. What responsibilities do schools and communities have to ensure all students have equal access to technology?
Scenario: The production and disposal of electronic devices contribute significantly to environmental pollution. Mining rare metals for smartphones destroys ecosystems, and electronic waste often ends up in landfills. Yet technology also enables solutions like renewable energy systems and environmental monitoring tools.
Prompt: Analyze the relationship between technological advancement and environmental protection. How can society balance the benefits of new technology with its environmental costs?
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