JHS1 Computing · Term 2 Week 8: Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheet

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.2.3.1.1 - Explain the importance of electronic spreadsheet

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define an electronic spreadsheet in their own words and give at least one everyday example of information that can be stored in one.
State at least four benefits of using an electronic spreadsheet compared to working with paper records.
Identify at least three common electronic spreadsheet software packages and name one feature of each.
Explain, using a simple example, how an electronic spreadsheet can save time and reduce errors in calculations.
Distinguish between situations where a spreadsheet is useful and situations where simpler tools like a notebook would be more appropriate.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Productivity Software (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheet (2.3)
Content standard: B7.2.3.1 - Demonstrate how to use the Spreadsheet (Editing Worksheets)
Indicator: B7.2.3.1.1 - Explain the importance of electronic spreadsheet
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 8 (Week 20 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, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 13
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Discuss the meaning of electronic spreadsheet.
2. Discuss the benefits of using electronic spreadsheet software.
3. Brainstorm to elicit response some common electronic spreadsheet software packages (e.g. MS Excel, Lotus 1-2-3, LibreOffice Calc, Google Sheets etc.)