Video provides an overview of databases and Computer and Technology Skills . Mr. Ford starts by defining what is meant by a database and then moves into some very basic terminology.
The first video in our database lesson, part of the Introduction to Computer series. This video looks at the basics of databases. We define database, as well as key terms to know.
Type of Material:
YouTube video.
Recommended Uses:
This would make a nice and quick overview of databases a terminology.
Technical Requirements:
Internet and Modern browser capable of viewing YouTube videos.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The viewer should be able to relate a database to some everyday examples and have a basic understanding of the introductory terms such as data, field, DBMS, etc and how to create a database
Target Student Population:
Introductory level. High school, community college, university, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Very basic knowledge of browsing
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This is a clear introduction of what a database is. Simple explanations that are relate-able to most people.
Concerns:
Although social media examples were used as types of databases, there may have been other, better choices. For example, online shopping (Amazon) where there are many different databases and types of stat stored.
it would be nicer if we see examples in the background in addition to the face of the presenter
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Because of the simple, clear approach, the material is easily understood by students will understand easily what a database is
Concerns:
it is just a conceptual foundation, it does not highlight it using any application
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Easy to watch YouTube video.
Concerns:
N/A
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