3A Combining text and graphics Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can point out and talk about the key features of layout, e.g. title,
text, captions, font and effect.
I can
alter the look of my text to create an effect.
I can
amend text and save my work.
I can
combine graphics and text.
3B Manipulating sound Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can use an electronic keyboard to choose and change sounds.
I can
find and play sounds (on Musical Instruments CD ROM or web site on instruments).
I can
record sounds.
I can
create my own music that I am pleased with (e.g. by arranging icons
in Compose World).
I can
compare computer sounds with notes played on real instruments.
3C Introduction to databases
Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can enter data and find a record.
I can
select a field and search for records, for a set of objects which all
have something in common.
I can
select a numeric field and sort the data to find 'biggest' and 'smallest'.
I can
produce a bar chart, and explain what it shows.
I am learning
to use search, sort and graph to answer questions.
3E E-mail Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can reply to an e-mail.
I can
create and send an e-mail.
I can
send a picture with an e-mail.
I can
use e-mail to communicate with someone else.
I can
compare e-mail with other ways of sending messages.
4A Writing for different audiences Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can format text to create an effect
I can
use cut and paste to move text.
I can
delete and insert to improve my writing, and make it more interesting.
I can
change words by overtyping, and by using the spell checker.
I can
use Find and Replace to make changes automatically
4B Developing images Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can use graphics tools to create repeating patterns.
I can
create pictures using a variety of brush sizes and effects.
I can
select part of a picture, copy and re-size.
I can
use Save As to keep drafts of my work, to show how it has developed.
I can
import images and work with them to create my own design.
4C Branching databases Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can ask a question to sort a collection into two sets.
I can
draw a branching tree to sort objects in a collection.
I can
ask a question to sort two objects in a branching database.
I can
search a branching database on the computer to identify objects.
I can
create a branching database which I can use to identify any object in
a collection.
4D Collecting and presenting
information Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can collect data to enter into a database.
I can
use a database to create bar charts and pie charts.
I can
compare bar and pie charts, and talk about what they show.
I can
create a line graph.
I can
explain why line graphs are better for showing how something changes.
4E Modelling effects on screen Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can use FD, BK, LT and RT to move the screen turtle.
I can
estimate units and use the correct commands to move the turtle to another
part of the screen, whichever way it is heading.
I can
use REPEAT to make a set of commands happen many times.
I can
copy a command line, and edit a set of commands.
I can
save a set of commands as a procedure. I can use my procedure to draw
patterns.
5A Graphical modelling Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can use object drawing tools to select, re-size, colour fill and copy
shapes
I can
create shapes, and group them to make more complex shapes.
I can
use a graphical model to explore ways of arranging objects on a plan
of the classroom.
I can
explain some of the differences between using object drawing tools and
a painting program
5B Analysing data and asking
questions Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can talk about why we used a database to analyse data.
I can
suggest questions that we can answer using the database.
I can
use the search, sort and graph tools to answer questions.
I can
decide whether to use search, sort or graph to answer a question.
I can
narrow down a search using AND.
I can
spot strange values and mistakes, and check information for plausibility.
5D Introduction to spreadsheets Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can enter data into cells.
I can
enter a formula to add the contents of two cells.
I can
use SUM to add up numbers in a column or row.
I can
use a spreadsheet to explore what happens when costs are changed.
5E Controlling devices Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can talk about control systems in the environment. I know that some
are controlled by sensors, and have sets of commands which can be repeated
many times.
I can
use the computer to give commands to control a device.
I can
write a sequence of commands to control a device.
I can
write a program to control two or more devices.
5F Monitoring environmental
conditions and changes Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can explain why a line graph is better than a bar chart to show continuous
change.
I can
attach sensors, collect data and display readings on the screen.
I can
talk about my line graph, and explain the changes that it shows.
I can
explain the advantages of using sensors to monitor changes.
6A Multimedia presentation Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can talk about the advantages of multimedia, and what makes good page
design.
I can
arrange text and pictures on the screen, and add buttons to play sounds.
I can
link pages together.
My multimedia
pages present information in a clear and interesting way.
6B Spreadsheet modelling Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can enter formulae, change data and predict the results.
I can
copy formulae to create tables of results.
I can
set up a spreadsheet to model a mathematical investigation.
6C Control and monitoring -
what happens when.? Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can program a device to wait for something to happen.
I can
put a loop into my program, so that my commands are repeated for as
long as I like.
I can
program a device so that it is controlled by a sensor.
I can
create and program a model with devices and sensors.
6D Using the Internet Pupil Self Review Statements
I
can use a site search to find information.
With an
adult, I can use a search engine to find information.
I can
select keywords to narrow down a search.
I can
skim-read Web pages, and compare the quality of the information.
I can
decide whether the information is relevant or suitable for my needs.
I can
present my findings for my chosen audience.
NOTE: Unit
3D omitted; Kent NGfL regard this unit as optional. Outcomes depend
on teacher's interpretation and approach.
Unit 5C: combine with 5B
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