Variables in Games · Spring Term

Visualizing Data

Choosing the right charts and graphs to tell a story with the data collected.

Key Questions

  1. Evaluate when a pie chart is more useful than a bar chart.
  2. Analyze how data visualization can lead to biased or misleading conclusions.
  3. Explain what makes a graph easy for a human to read and understand.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Computing - Data and Information
Year: Year 5
Subject: Computing
Unit: Variables in Games
Period: Spring Term

Suggested Methodologies

Decision Matrix

Evaluate options systematically against criteria

25–45 min

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Museum Exhibit

Groups create interactive exhibits with docent presentations

40–60 min

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