RM Starting Graph 2.1 is an easy-to-use graphing package that provides younger pupils with the ideal introduction to information handling.
This much loved software is now compatible with Windows Vista as well as having a version for Community Connect 4.
"The changes to the program make it more user friendly and are a welcome addition to a old favourite."
RM Starting Graph 2 has been developed with the user in mind, and is ideal for developing initial numeracy and data handling skills with tables and graphs. There are options to build graphs, using pictograms, bar, line or pie charts. You can also create a report sheet with questions to help pupils analyse their data. The program can be easily integrated across the curriculum and used in a variety of subjects such as Maths and Science
Use RM Starting Graph to meet the following curriculum requirements (guidance only):
Designed for ages: 4-11 years
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National Curriculum 2000 (England) |
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ICT Key Stage 1
· Gather information from a variety of sources (1a).
· Enter and store information in a variety of forms (1b).
· Retrieve information that has been stored (1c).
· Select from and add to information retrieved for particular purposes (2b).
· Share ideas by presenting information in a a variety of forms (3a).
ICT Key Stage 2
· Prepare information for development using ICT (1b).
· Interpret information (1c). |
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QCA Schemes of Work (England) - ICT at Key Stages 1 and 2 |
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· Representing information graphically: pictograms (1E).
· Collecting and presenting information: questionaires and pie charts (4D). |
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5-14 National Guidelines for ICT (Scotland) |
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· Strand: Using the technology A-F.
· Strand: Collecting and analysing A-E. |
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National Curriculum in Wales - Information Technology |
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Key Stage 1 Programme of Study
· Communicating and handling information (1.1, 1.2 and 1.3) e.g. Generate and communicate ideas in different forms using text, tables, pictures and sound as appropriate.
Key Stage 2 Programme of Study
· Communicating and handling information (1.1 and 1.2) e.g. use ICT equipment and software to organise, reorganise and analyse ideas and information. |
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Cross Curricula Use |
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Graphs can be used to handle and present information in maths, geography and science. RM Starting Graph 2 complements the maths curricula in several areas related to numbers and organising data. In addition the program can be used to support teaching across the curriculum e.g.
· Collect information about the class as part of the 5-14 Scottish guidelines for Maths (Information handling), strands: collect, organise, display and interpret (Levels A-B).
· Present scientific information appropriately in a number of ways, through diagrams, drawings, tables and charts as part of Communication in Science Key Stage 1 (2.2, 2.3 and 2.5). Programme of Study for Scientific enquiry, National Curriculum in Wales.
· Collect data on land use in the local village and ask pupils to present their information using ICT e.g. in databases, as simple graphs, as simple pie charts, to help complement geography teaching - QCA Geography (Unit 6 - Investigating our local area), England. |