Sorting and searching data
I can use spreadsheet tools to sort and search data to find and analyse information.
Sorting and searching data
I can use spreadsheet tools to sort and search data to find and analyse information.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Data can be sorted in ascending or descending order.
- Filters can be applied to hide data that is not needed for a purpose.
- A sort or filter can be applied to a data set to make it easier to analyse or visualise information.
- A function is a predefined formula in a spreadsheet that can help with calculations.
Keywords
Sort - arranging data into a meaningful order
Filter - given criteria used to show a subset of a data set
Function - a predefined formula that performs a calculation
Common misconception
When a filter is applied to a data set the data that is filtered is removed permanently.
A filter can be applied to data to remove selected data from a data set. However, this data is not permanently removed, if the filter is taken off the data will still be there.
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Equipment
Pupils will require access to a device with software that provides spreadsheet capabilities.
Licence
Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
4 Questions
returns the lowest value in a range of cells
returns the highest value in a range of cells
returns the total value of a range of cells
returns the total number of non-empty cells in a range of cells
returns the total number of cells that meet set criteria
returns different things depending on a criterion