B6 Computing · Term 1 Week 9: Data, Sources and Usage

Lesson notes

Indicator: B6.1.3.1.10 - Demonstrate how to store data.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain what data storage means and give at least three reasons why storing data is important in everyday life.
Identify at least five different methods or tools used to store data, including handwriting, phone recording, magnetic tapes, and optical discs.
Demonstrate, through practical activity, how to store data using at least two different methods (e.g., writing on paper and saving on a phone or computer).
Match different types of data to the most appropriate storage method and justify their choice.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of at least two different data storage methods.

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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: B6.1.3.1.10 - Demonstrate how to store data.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 9 (Week 9 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.

Guide learners to use the tools stated above to store data in different formats.
eg. handwriting, phone recording, magnetic tapes, optical disc etc.