Year 6 - Computing
How we communicate
Communication and the internet
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils explore how data is transferred over the internet. They will examine addressing and the makeup and structure of data packets. They will investigate how the internet facilitates online communication and collaboration and how to communicate responsibly on the internet.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to describe how we communicate using technology.
Key Notes
- People communicate in many differnt ways.
- There are a variety of different ways to communicate over the interent.
- Different methods of communication suit particular purposes.
Vocabulary To Learn
- communication: the exchange of information between devices or people
- instant messaging: real time text communication online
- video call: a conversation using video and audio over the internet
- purpose: the reason for doing something
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- All online communication is the same.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
People communicate in many differnt ways. There are a variety of different ways to communicate over the interent.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'communication'
the exchange of information between devices or people. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: All online communication is the same. Correction: Different tools are better for different purposes (e.g. chat for quick messages, video for a longer discussion).
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