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Prior
to Commencing the Task...
Consider
the following:
- where
in the overall plan for the school year would the use of databases
be more appropriate?
- which
desirable outcomes will be supported? (Focused opportunities
to use the database)
- what
are the desired teaching and learning outcomes?
- is
using the computer going to promote ease of use and enhance
the theme/topic?
- are
there alternative methods, other than a computer, which could
be employed?
- does
using the computer complement the use of cross-curricular work
currently being undertaken?
- what
resources/materials will be needed?
- how
will groups/individuals be organised to use the computer effectively?
- are
tasks differentiated?
- are
tasks challenging?
- are
the activities enjoyable for the pupils?
- does
the task build on the previous knowledge of the pupils?
- what
information is to be used in the database?
- what
data is to be represented as a graph/chart?
- what
type of focused task will be used to interrogate the data/graph?
- what
questions will be asked of pupils during and after the tasks?
- when
will assessment take place? (During the task or through questioning
the individual/group after the task?)
- how
will assessment be used to inform future planning?
Teaching
Points:
- prepare
any materials that you intend to use, such as task cards, worksheets
etc.
- ensure
that the pupils are familiar with the database
- ensure
that the pupils are fully aware and understand the purpose and
objectives of the task
- prepare
questions which allow opportunities to extend/reinforce/focus
the activity
- allow
opportunities for pupils to print their work
- display
work amongst other cross-curricular related work on walls or
in class books etc.
 The
Task
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