a letter, word, number etc. that has been collected for a purpose, but that is stored without context

an organised collection of data stored on a computer

one complete set of data about a single item in a database

Creating a paper-based database

Computing

Computer databases

Using a database

Using search tools

Comparing data visually

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

one complete set of data about a single item

Which of these can be used to record data in a paper database?

What is the purpose of sorting data in a database?

Which of these is NOT true about a database?

Which of these is an example of a yes/no question?

What do we call a collection of information kept together?

Which of these is NOT a good way to organise information?

How do yes/no questions help in a branching database?

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Worksheet