KS1 & KS2 computing curriculum

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Year 4

Data logging

6 lessons

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  • Data and information
  • Effective use of tools

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In this unit pupils will consider how and why data is collected. They will explore how sensors monitor the environment. Pupils will collect data as well as access data captured over long periods. They will look at data points, data sets, logging intervals and use a computer to analyse data.

This unit progresses pupils' knowledge and understanding of data and how it can be collected over time to answer questions. Specifically, it builds on the concept of answering questions with data which is first introduced in the KS1 data and information units. The unit also introduces the idea of automatic data collection. Pupils will consider how and why data is collected over time. They will consider the senses that humans use to experience the environment and how computers can use special input devices called sensors to monitor the environment.

  1. Using a data set to answer a question
  2. Using a digital device to collect data
  3. Using data loggers to collect data
  4. Analysing data using a computer
  5. Data for answers
  6. Using data from sensors to answer questions

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