a line on a chart that shows what the data means

Comparing data visually

Computing

Creating a paper-based database

Computer databases

Using a database

Using search tools

Databases in real life

This unit looks at how a flat-file database can be used to organise data. Pupils will use tools to order and answer questions about data. They will create graphs and charts from their data to solve problems. They will use a real-life database to answer a question, and present their work to others.

Flat-file databases

What is the name of a line on a chart that shows what the data means?

They can be edited and refined more easily than paper-based charts.

Which of the following is a benefit of computer-based charts?

Some charts help answer specific questions better than others.

Why might one chart be better than another for the same data?

a chart type used to compare data with rectangular bars

a chart type used to show proportions or percentages

a line on a chart that explains what the data represents

a label that describes the purpose or content of the chart

a way to refine data to show specific information

Match the following terms to their correct definitions.

Why is it important to label the axes on a chart?

finds records matching all given criteria

finds records matching at least one criterion

What does the term 'AND' do in a database search?

What does the term 'OR' do in a database search?

What is the name for a category used to organise data in a database?

If you want to find all students who play football and are in Year 5, which search term would you use?

Match the following examples to their database terms.

Put these steps in order to perform a search in a database.

Comparing data visually

Lesson outcome