Comparing data

Computing

Counting and comparing data

Entering data

Creating pictograms

Attributes in data

Presenting information clearly

In this unit pupils will explore what the term data means and how data can be collected. They will explore how attributes can be used to organise data and how data can be presented in the form of pictograms and block diagrams. Pupils will use the data presented to answer questions.

Using IT to organise and present data

a quality or feature of an object or person

How can data about attributes be collected?

Which statement is true about attributes?

Which of these is an example of a hidden attribute?

What is one way to collect data about people's hidden attributes?

numbers, words or pictures collected to learn something

important knowledge or facts from collected data

What does a pictogram use to show information?

decide on the attributes you want to compare

Order these steps for creating a pictogram.

All the pictures need to be the same size.

Which statement is true about pictograms?

Comparing data

Lesson outcome