In computing this term, we will study the following three units: blogging, networks and graphing
Blogging Overview
This unit allows children to explore blogs and their features, including how they can be used to engage an audience effectively. Children will plan and create their own blog post as well as commenting on other’s blog posts.
Key Learning
- To understand blogs and their features.
- To plan the theme, content and structure for a blog post.
- To write and style a blog post.
- To review and comment on blog posts with an understanding of online safety.
For further information please see our Blogging Knowledge Organiser
Networks Overview
This unit allows children to learn more about what networks are, what they do and how they connect devices. Children also consider the safety aspects of networks, including the possible positive and negatives uses of networks.
Key Learning
- To understand what a computer network is and identify examples of networks at home, school and in the wider world.
- To understand the difference between the internet and the World Wide Web and explore the services they provide.
- To explore how the internet can be used for communication and collaboration, and how to do this safely and respectfully.
- To explore who is in charge of the internet and how rules and website blocking can affect people, society and online platforms.
For further information please see our Networks Knowledge Organiser
Graphing Overview
This unit explores the benefits of creating common graph types, digitally. Children will create a range of familiar graph types using the 2Graph and 2Calculate tools, exploring features that make it easy to present data in the best possible way.
Key Learning
- To create comparative bar charts using graphing software.
- To create pie charts using graphing software.
- To create line graphs using graphing software.
- To present data in graphs to support an argument.
For further information please see our Graphing Knowledge Organiser