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Computing systems: Managing digital information
Understanding how digital information is stored, organised and shared across devices and networks.
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Computing systems: Managing digital information
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Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Identify local, network and cloud storage and describe where files are stored in each.
- Choose a suitable storage location for different purposes.
- Create and name folders and nested folders to organise files.
- Give files clear, meaningful names so they are easy to retrieve.
- Save and retrieve files using local storage.
- Save and retrieve files using network storage.
- Access and edit a shared file using cloud storage.
- Collaborate and communicate responsibly using shared files and comments.
- Identify the features of a strong password and improve a weak password.
- Explain why passwords should be kept private and why different passwords should be used for different accounts.
Suggested prior learning
Computing systems: Connecting networks
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Lesson 1: Storage
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Lesson 2: Naming files and folders
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Lesson 3: Network storage
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Lesson 4: Cloud storage
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Lesson 5: Staying secure online
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Unit resources
Computing
Knowledge organiser – Computing Y4: Computing systems: Managing digital information
Aimed at pupils, two pages providing key facts and definitions from the unit ‘Managing digital information’.
Computing
Vocabulary display – Computing Y4: Computing systems: Managing digital information
A display version of the vocabulary from the unit 'Managing digital information'.
Cross-curricular opportunities
- Science – Working scientifically: developing questioning and enquiry skills by asking relevant questions and exploring how digital information can be stored, organised and accessed.
- RSE & PSHE – Health and wellbeing – Wellbeing online: exploring the benefits of digital storage and online collaboration while recognising the importance of protecting personal information and using online services responsibly.
- RSE & PSHE – Relationships education – Online safety and awareness: understanding how passwords, login details and permissions protect digital information and support safe sharing and collaboration online.
- British values – Mutual respect: developing respectful digital communication by collaborating on shared files, providing constructive feedback and considering how online comments affect others.
- British values – Democracy: practising shared decision-making through discussions, voting and collaborative activities, respecting different opinions and contributions.