Making a dinosaur identifier
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can independently create an identification tool.
Key learning points
- You can create your own identification tool.
- Branching databases can be created based on a plan.
- Branching databases are used in real-world situations.
Keywords
Identification - the process of identifying something
Real world - something that happens in real life
Common misconception
Branching databases can only be used to identify objects.
In the real world, branching databases can be used for many reasons such as finding faults and diagnosing illnesses.
Teacher tip
Find a practical example of a branching database that pupils can use. Having hands-on experience will allow pupils to appreciate the links between what they are doing in the lesson and applications in the real world.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device with software that can create branching databases. Examples in this lesson use J2E branch https://oak.link/branching-db
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the purpose of a branching database?
Q2.What does plan mean in the context of a database?
Q3.Why is it important to use attributes in a branching database?
Q4.What does compare mean in the context of a database?
Q5.What makes a good question for a branching database?
Q6.Put these steps in order for creating a branching database.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the tasks to their purposes.
choosing what to include in the database
grouping objects logically
checking if the database works
designing the database structure
Q2.Why is planning important when creating a branching database?
Q3.Order these tasks for testing a database.
Q4.Which statement is true about branching databases?
Q5.How can branching databases be used beyond identifying objects?
Q6.Match the terms to their definitions.
the process of identifying something
something that happens in real life
characteristics used to group objects
ensuring the database works correctly
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