Databases and Information Handling

Start with a mind map

The mind maps on this page introduce information handling software and databases from several angles. Start with the map on data types: it distinguishes whole numbers from numbers that can include fractions. Then explore the maps on storing and organizing data, fields, records and key fields.

Another group of maps covers updating, deleting and searching records. Use these to compare what each action does. Updating changes data, deleting removes data, and searching looks for records that match a condition.

Add flashcards and quizzes

After working through a map, try the flashcard deck “Examples of data, info and knowledge”. Its examples give you another way to study the terms used in information handling. The page also lists a deck called “Data Example Flashcards”.

For practice, try the quiz “Search criteria using operators” after looking at the maps that cover searching and queries. You can return to a map as you study and use its branches to organize the terms you want to go over. The page also has a quiz titled “Information Handling Software”.

Place the topic in the unit

Databases and Information Handling is a section of the Office and Productivity Software unit in Computing and ICT (programming, computer science, digital skills, educational technology). The resources here focus on information handling software, including databases created using spreadsheet software.

The maps, flashcards, quizzes and slides offer different starting points within this section. A teacher can use the maps to select material on records or data types, while school students can move between a visual overview and practice on search criteria.

Choose a resource that matches the part of information handling you want to study next.