Educational Technology Terms

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The data was transferred by way of a secure online portal.
• I found out about the party by way of a text message.
• I snagged these tickets by way of a friend who works at the venue.
• She navigated through the difficult situation by way of her quick thinking.

noun a document written entirely by the person in whose name it appears

• The scientist presented his research findings using a holograph of the human brain.
• Check out this cool holograph of a dinosaur I found online!
• I can't believe how realistic that holograph of the concert was!
• His words painted a holograph of the future in my mind.

verb to continue at the same pace or level

adverb continuously or without stopping

• It is important to keep up with the latest research in your field to stay competitive.
• Hey, make sure you keep up with your assignments so you don't fall behind.
• I need to keep up with my Instagram feed to see what everyone is up to.
• She struggled to keep up with the fast pace of the conversation.

noun A person who is in charge of or works in a library, and is responsible for the care, cataloging, and distribution of books and other materials.

• The librarian assisted me in finding the research materials I needed for my thesis.
• I always chat with the librarian when I visit the library.
• The librarian is the ultimate bookworm.
• She was like a librarian, organizing everything in perfect order.

verb to cause something to go or be taken to a particular place, especially by mail or email

• The company will send out the official announcement tomorrow.
• I'll send out the party invites later today.
• Let me know when you send out the deets for the event.
• She always sends out positive vibes wherever she goes.

noun a process or action of removing an obstruction or barrier

verb to remove an obstruction or barrier

• Please unblock the access to the restricted website.
• Can you unblock me on social media so we can chat?
• I had to unblock my friend after our argument.
• Sometimes we need to unblock our minds to see things from a different perspective.

noun a six-legged creature or robot

• The hexapod robot moved with precision and accuracy in the laboratory.
• Check out this cool hexapod robot I found online!
• That hexapod is lit, dude!
• Her dance moves were like a graceful hexapod, moving effortlessly across the dance floor.

noun Gamma-Butyrolactone (chemical compound)

• GBL, also known as gamma-butyrolactone, is commonly used as an industrial solvent.
• Have you heard of GBL? It's a chemical often used in cleaning products.
• I heard some people use GBL as a party drug, but it can be dangerous.
• In the world of finance, GBL is like a secret weapon for maximizing profits.

noun a three-dimensional image formed by the interference of light beams from a laser or other coherent light source

adjective relating to or produced by holography; three-dimensional

• The company invested in holographic technology for their presentations.
• I love watching holographic concerts, they're so cool!
• Check out this holographic display, it's mind-blowing!
• Her memory of that day was like a holographic image, clear and vivid.

verb to record (sound or images) in advance of its broadcast or release

• The lecture was prerecorded to ensure a high-quality presentation.
• I prerecorded the TV show so I could watch it later.
• I'm going to prerecord my speech so I don't have to worry about messing up.
• Her responses seemed prerecorded, like she wasn't really listening to me.

noun a recording of visual images and sound, especially one intended to be played on a television

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• The company sent out videograms to all its clients as part of its marketing campaign.
• I love receiving videograms from my friends on special occasions.
• Have you seen the videogram that went viral on social media?
• His actions spoke louder than any videogram could convey.

noun a box or container into which things can be put, especially for safekeeping or transportation

• The drop-box is located at the entrance for you to submit your application.
• Just drop your form in the drop-box on your way out.
• I'll sneak my assignment into the drop-box before the deadline.
• She felt like a drop-box for everyone's problems, always there to collect and hold onto them.

adjective describing a quality that can be easily looked up or searched for

• The database has a lookupable index for quick retrieval of information.
• You can easily find that information online, it's lookupable.
• That website is so lookupable, you can find anything in seconds.
• His memory is like a lookupable database, he can recall facts instantly.

noun A school or training facility for martial arts

• The martial arts instructor led a class in the dojo.
• Let's meet up at the dojo for some training.
• I heard there's a new dojo in town that's really cool.
• The library became his mental dojo where he trained his mind.

noun a person or thing that explains something, such as a teacher or a video

adjective describing someone or something that provides explanations or clarifications

• The explainer provided a detailed analysis of the new tax laws.
• The explainer broke down the complex topic in a way that was easy to understand.
• The explainer dude really knows his stuff when it comes to technology.
• She acted as the explainer of the group, making sure everyone understood the game plan.

noun MMORPG

• The MMORPG industry has seen significant growth in recent years.
• I've been playing that new MMORPG non-stop since it came out.
• MMORPGs are my jam, I can't get enough of them.
• Navigating through life sometimes feels like being a character in an MMORPG, with challenges and quests at every turn.

noun LMS

• The university implemented a new Learning Management System (LMS) to streamline online course delivery.
• I find the LMS platform really user-friendly and easy to navigate.
• I aced my assignment thanks to the LMS making it so straightforward.
• The LMS is like a digital library, organizing all the course materials in one place.

noun a person with whom one communicates online, typically through email or messaging

adjective relating to or characteristic of online communication with a pen pal

• I have been communicating with my e-pal from France for over a year now.
• My e-pal and I chat online every day about our favorite TV shows.
• I found a new e-pal on a social media platform and we instantly hit it off.
• In the digital age, having an e-pal can provide a sense of companionship and connection.

noun a person who is skilled in or enthusiastic about digital technology

• The digitalist revolutionized the way we approach marketing strategies.
• My friend is a total digitalist - he's always up to date with the latest tech trends.
• I wish I was as tech-savvy as that digitalist over there.
• She's a true digitalist, always finding innovative solutions to problems.

adjective relating to or produced by videography; characteristic of or resembling a video recording

• The videographic analysis of the data revealed some interesting patterns.
• I found this videographic presentation really cool and informative.
• Check out this videographic on YouTube, it's mind-blowing!
• Her videographic memory allows her to recall details with amazing clarity.

adjective describing something as being fantastic in relation to mobile applications or apps

• The new mobile application is truly apptastic in terms of functionality and user experience.
• I just downloaded this apptastic game and I can't stop playing it!
• That app is so apptastic, it's like magic on my phone.
• Her organizational skills are apptastic, she always knows how to manage her time effectively.

noun a type of display technology that mimics the appearance of traditional ink on paper

• The company is considering using electronic paper for their annual report to reduce printing costs.
• I love reading books on my e-reader with electronic paper because it feels like real paper.
• Dude, have you seen those cool e-ink displays with electronic paper? They're awesome!
• Her mind was like electronic paper, constantly changing and adapting to new ideas.

noun a made-up term or slang used to refer to a blend of technology and English language

• The use of teenglish in professional communication is not recommended.
• I can't understand half of what he's saying with all that teenglish.
• Stop speaking teenglish, it's so annoying!
• Her teenglish is like a foreign language to me.

noun a blend of the words 'teach' and 'technology', referring to the use of technology in education

• The university is investing in the latest teachnology to enhance the learning experience for students.
• My dad is always trying to figure out how to use all the new teachnology gadgets.
• I can't keep up with all this teachnology stuff, it changes so fast!
• The teachnology of communication has evolved so much that we can now connect with people all over the world instantly.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'accessing' which indicates the act of gaining entry or retrieving information

• Accessing sensitive information without proper authorization is strictly prohibited.
• Hey, have you tried accessing the new database yet?
• I heard he got caught accessing the restricted files, what a hacker!
• Accessing her emotions was like trying to unlock a vault of secrets.

noun Achatter is not a recognized word in the English language and therefore does not have a specific definition as a noun.

verb Achatter can be considered a verb, meaning to chatter or talk rapidly and incessantly.

adjective Achatter is not commonly used as an adjective in English.

• The constant achatter in the meeting room made it difficult to focus on the presentation.
• I couldn't hear the movie over all the achatter coming from the row behind us.
• The achatter on social media about the new album is insane!
• Her mind was filled with achatter, making it hard to find peace and quiet.

adverb modifying or describing a verb, adjective, or other adverb in a manner that relates to adaptation or adjusting to different conditions or circumstances

• The algorithm is designed to adaptively adjust its parameters based on changing data inputs.
• The system can learn adaptively from user interactions and improve its performance over time.
• She's really good at adaptively handling different situations and always knows what to do.
• Like a chameleon, he adaptively blends into any social environment effortlessly.

noun the quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or situations

• Adaptivity is a key feature of the new software update.
• The adaptivity of this app makes it really user-friendly.
• I love how this game has adaptivity built in, it keeps things interesting.
• Life requires adaptivity to navigate through its challenges.

noun A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'adays' can be considered a noun as it is a shortened form of the word 'nowadays' which refers to the present time or current period.

• In modern adays, technology plays a crucial role in our daily lives.
• Aadays, people are always on their phones, constantly checking social media.
• I can't believe how fast time flies adays!
• Aadays, the concept of privacy seems to be a thing of the past.

noun a forward movement; progress in knowledge, technology, etc.

• The advancements in technology have greatly improved our daily lives.
• Have you seen the latest advancements in smartphone technology?
• Dude, check out the sick advancements in gaming graphics!
• Her advancements in the company were noticeable after she completed her MBA.