Data, Sources and Usage · B5 Computing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.1.3.1.9 - Make simple tables and diagrams from the collected data.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the parts of a simple table (rows, columns, headings) and state why tables are useful for organising data.
Transfer collected data from a list or tally into a simple table with correct headings.
Draw a simple bar diagram (bar chart) from data presented in a table.
Draw a simple pictogram (picture diagram) using symbols to represent collected data.
Interpret a simple table and diagram by reading and comparing values correctly.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Data, Sources and Usage (1.3)
Content standard: B5.1.3.1 - Illustrate the use of Data and identify their sources.
Indicator: B5.1.3.1.9 - Make simple tables and diagrams from the collected data.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 10 (Week 10 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. 15
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Bring tools or pictures of the tools in a box or container and ask learners to select tools for collecting data out of the box or container. Alternatively, ask learners to bring tools for collecting data for a class discussion.