Year 8

Data generation and usage

In this lesson, we will learn about data generation and usage. We will explore how data can be collected and manipulated.

Year 8

Data generation and usage

In this lesson, we will learn about data generation and usage. We will explore how data can be collected and manipulated.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Data manipulation (e.g. fake images, profiles, fraudsters etc.)
  2. Data collection (e.g. cookies)

Content guidance

  • Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

Licence

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3 Questions

Q1.
What is online data?
Correct answer: All of the above
Files that you create online
Online searches
Photos you take
Social media posts that you make
Q2.
All cookies track your online computer until you delete them.
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
You can wipe any traces of your online activity when you delete your social media accounts.
Correct answer: False
True

5 Questions

Q1.
All data that is generated online is accurate.
Correct answer: False
True
Q2.
When we share inaccurate data, it does no harm to anyone.
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
A tracking cookie is an example of a...
Correct answer: Persistent cookie
Session cookie
Q4.
Name a benefit of cookies to a customer.
A website can gather more information about you.
Third parties can have access to your information stored in the cookie.
Correct answer: You can store items in a shopping basket.
Q5.
Name a benefit of cookies for a company.
Correct answer: Companies can use the data to tailor their website to encourage more people to buy from them.
Cookies will not work if the security in a browser is set to high.
Users can delete cookies, ending the time to track the customer's browsing.