Learning objective
- To identify how barcodes and QR codes work.
Success criteria
- I can identify
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National curriculum
Computing
Pupils should be taught to:
- Understand
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Cross-curricular links
None.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Before starting the unit, check that the children can recall: Some ways in which data can be transmitted or collected. Types of software they have previously used to store or collect data. Reasons why data collection and analysis are important. The type of data the Mars Rover was collecting.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could practice using the device to scan QR codes before the lesson; Could look at some real-life examples of barcodes and QR codes, such as in library books, on menus and on food packaging.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could be challenged to create a QR code treasure hunt for their classmates using an online QR code generator.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: understanding why barcodes and QR codes
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Vocabulary definitions
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barcode
A machine-readable code made of lines and numbers that is printed on an item and then scanned to identify it and its information.
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data
Information used for a specific purpose or investigation.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 19th November, 2025
Lesson 1: Transferring data
Learning how data can be safely transferred.
Lesson 2: Data usage
Investigating the data usage of online activities.
Lesson 3: The Internet of Things
Learning how data analysis can improve city life.
Lesson 1: Invention design
Designing and using an electronic product by adapting existing code to achieve a desired result.
