B6 Computing · Term 1 Week 8: Data, Sources and Usage

Lesson notes

Indicator: B6.1.3.1.7 - Demonstrate the use of the tools for collecting data.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four common tools used for collecting data (case studies, interviews, checklists, questionnaires, observations).
Explain the purpose of each data collection tool and when it is most appropriate to use it.
Demonstrate how to use an interview checklist to collect data from a partner.
Create a simple checklist for collecting data on a familiar topic.
Compare tools for collecting data and justify which tool suits a given situation.

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Strand: Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Data, Sources and Usage (1.3)
Content standard: B6.1.3.1 - Demonstrate the use of Data and identify sources of data
Indicator: B6.1.3.1.7 - Demonstrate the use of the tools for collecting data.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Computing Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 34
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Bring tools or pictures of the tools for collecting data e.g. case studies, interviews, checklists, etc.