Benefits of information technology
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how information technology helps us.
Key learning points
- IT devices can work together.
- We use IT because it makes tasks safer, easier and more accurate.
Keywords
Barcode - a line pattern that gives information to a computer
QR code - a square pattern that gives information to a computer
Common misconception
The only benefit of IT is that it allows us to complete what we need to do in less time.
IT has many other benefits, including making tasks more accurate, safer and easier to complete. Examples of this might be organising schedules or automating repetitive work.
Teacher tip
You should have a clear understanding of information technology devices used in a shop, as well as understand the difference between barcodes and QR codes. This is a good opportunity to get pupils to share their experiences of using IT.
Equipment
Pupils could be shown a selection of QR codes and barcodes to compare the difference.
Licence
except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.In a hospital, which device lets us see inside the body?
Q2.What is the device that gets information from a computer and prints it onto paper?
Q3.Why are traffic lights information technology?
Q4.Where would you find more information technology devices?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a barcode?
Q2.Which device reads barcodes or QR codes?
Q3.In a shop, what happens after a barcode is scanned?
Q4.How does IT help in daily life?
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