Data representation: F-10 infographic
Data representation is a core concept that is introduced in Foundation year and continues through to Year band 9-10.
These infographics are designed to assist in the interpretation of the Australian Curriculum V9.
Download and use these A3 posters in planning sessions and use them to view the progression of this core concept across Year bands.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | Foundation, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Professional learning, Whole School |
| Format | Downloadable resources |
| Core and overarching concepts | Data representation |
| Keywords | symbols, binary, image compression , DT Hub infographic |
| Integrated, cross-curriculum, special needs | Mathematics, Science |
| Organisation | Education Services Australia |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated |
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