Year 9 - Computing
Global data
Using data science
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will discover how to use data to investigate problems and make changes to the world around them. Pupils will be exposed to both global and local data sets and gain an understanding of how visualising data can help with the process of identifying patterns and trends.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use a data set to investigate predictions and evaluate findings to support a for or against argument.
Key Notes
- Advances in technology have made it easier to collect, store and analyse data on a much larger scale.
- Predictions can be tested and investigated using large sets of data and visualisation tools.
- Data and data visualisations can be used to support an argument.
Vocabulary To Learn
- data: facts and figures in their raw form
- prediction: a guess on what you think the outcome may be
- criteria: a factor on which you judge or decide something
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Data is not important when presenting findings to support an argument.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Advances in technology have made it easier to collect, store and analyse data on a much larger scale. Predictions can be tested and investigated using large sets of data and visualisation tools.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'data'
facts and figures in their raw form. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Data is not important when presenting findings to support an argument. Correction: Data makes your point stronger by showing real evidence.
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