B6 Computing · Term 3, Week 2

Using Online Forms

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.6.5.1.1 - Demonstrate the types and uses of form elements.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

  1. Identify at least four different form elements (textbox, checkbox, radio button, dropdown list) when shown a sample online form.
  2. Explain the purpose of each form element and state when it is appropriate to use it.
  3. Distinguish between checkboxes and radio buttons, giving a correct example of when to use each.
  4. Complete a simple paper-based mock online form using the correct form elements for the required information.
  5. Create a simple form design on paper that uses at least three different form elements appropriately.

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Curriculum details

Strand
Internet and Social Media (Strand 6)
Sub-strand
Using Online Forms (6.5)
Content standard
B6.6.5.1 - Demonstrate the Usage of Forms
Indicator
B6.6.5.1.1 - Demonstrate the types and uses of form elements.
Suggested placement
Term 3, Week 2 (Week 26 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. 48

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Explore the uses of check boxes, radio buttons, textboxes etc.