UNIT 3
In this unit students apply the problem-solving methodology to identify and extract data through the use of software tools such as database, spreadsheet and data visualisation software to create data visualisations or infographics. In Area of Study 1 students respond to teacher-provided solution requirements and designs. Students develop data visualisations and use appropriate software tools to present findings. Appropriate software tools include database, spreadsheet and data visualisation software. In Area of Study 2 students propose a research question, prepare a project plan, collect and analyse data, and design infographics or dynamic data visualisations.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Independent and Group work in the class, guided and open research activities, minor mathematical problem solving activities, guided instructional tutorials on software capabilities and participation in online forums and communities
KEY SKILLS REQUIRED
Read and summarise text, utilise visual thinking aids, utilise cloud computing resources, use a range of software tools to create a RDBMS, select and apply testing methods and techniques to confirm whether the solutions operate as intended, use software tools to represent the user interface of the page on which online transactions begin.
ASSESSED TASK - SAC
Outcome 1 - In response to teacher-provided solution requirements and designs, create software solutions,
ASSESSED TASK - SAT
Unit 3, Outcome 2, and Unit 4, Outcome 1 - Propose a research question, formulate a project plan, collect and analyse data, generate alternative design ideas and represent the preferred design for creating infographics or dynamic data visualisations
UNIT 4
Students focus on determining the findings of a research question by developing infographics or dynamic data visualisations based on large complex data sets and on the security strategies used by an organisation to protect data and information from threats. In Area of Study 1 students apply the problem-solving stages of development and evaluation to develop their preferred design prepared in Unit 3, Area of Study 2, into infographics or dynamic data visualisations, and evaluate the solutions and project plan. In Area of Study 2 students investigate security practices of an organisation. They examine the threats to data and information, evaluate security strategies and recommend improved strategies for protecting data and information.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Independent and Group work in the class, guided and open research activities, minor mathematical problem solving activities, guided instructional tutorials on software capabilities and participation in online forums.
KEY SKILLS REQUIRED
Read and summarise text, utilise visual thinking aids, utilise cloud computing resources, generate alternative design ideas, select and apply design tools, select and apply software functions, methods, formats, conventions, techniques
ASSESSED TASKS - SAC
Outcome 2 - Respond to a teacher-provided case study.
VCAA ASSESSMENT – THE OVERALL STUDY SCORE WILL CONSIST OF:
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