Spreadsheets and Databases Curriculum for K-8
Deepen data literacy so students can read, analyze, present, and access real-world information with spreadsheets and databases.
Data Collection, Analysis, and Visualization with Spreadsheets
Spreadsheets Basics
Identify and explain terms and concepts related to spreadsheets, such as cell, column, row, values, labels, and chart graph.
Data Collection & Synthesis
Facilitate the collection and analysis of information with formatting features, data entry tools, and computational functions and formulas.
Data Analysis
Collect real-world data and analyze the results to draw conclusions, recognize patterns and relationships, and make predictions.
Data Visualization
Create data visualizations for specific audiences and purposes by assessing the most appropriate type of chart to represent given data.
Data Storage, Organization, and Access with Databases
Database Basics
Plan, create, modify, and edit fields and records in a database.
Data Filtering
Apply search strategies for locating and retrieving electronic information in common databases, such as using Boolean logic and filters.
Data Reporting
Use the sort, filter, and query tools to produce reports to share and analyze information.
Real-Life Databases
Identify and navigate common examples of databases from everyday life like library catalogs, school records, contact directories, and search directories.
Database Basics
Plan, create, modify, and edit fields and records in a database.
Data Filtering
Apply search strategies for locating and retrieving electronic information in common databases, such as using Boolean logic and filters.
Data Reporting
Use the sort, filter, and query tools to produce reports to share and analyze information.
Real-Life Databases
Identify and navigate common examples of databases from everyday life like library catalogs, school records, contact directories, and search directories.
Curriculum Elements
Delivered through Learning.com’s award-winning platform, the curriculum features interactive digital lessons, scaffolded projects, and dynamic progress monitoring.
Lessons
Individualized digital videos with an interactive and gamified interface
Application Exercises
Hands-on and collaborative learning opportunities with unplugged modifications
Discussions
Guided conversations to help students practice communication and articulate their understanding of the content
Skills Checks
Pre and post grade-level tests designed to capture student growth
Quizzes
Formative check-ins to inform instructional decisions
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