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Applying Technology to Process Data in Biology (SL IB Biology)

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Applying Technology to Process Data in Biology

  • With the volume and complexity of data from some types of investigation, the integration of technology has become essential for efficiently processing, analysing and interpreting experimental data
  • Using technology to process data can be demonstrated when conducting internal assessment as well as during practical investigations, e.g.
    • Spreadsheets can be used to record and manipulate data
      • It is easy to input raw data, categorise it, and organise it into columns and rows
      • Spreadsheets can perform calculations, statistical analyses and mathematical operations on datasets
    • Computers can draw graphs from raw data
      • Spreadsheets employ built-in functions to automatically generate graphs and charts, making it possible to visualise trends, patterns, and correlations in the data
      • E.g. population data may yield data with large ranges that are easier to manipulate using a computer
    • Computers can use data to produce models to inform ongoing predictions
    • Images can be analysed using computer programmes

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Naomi H

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Naomi graduated from the University of Oxford with a degree in Biological Sciences. She has 8 years of classroom experience teaching Key Stage 3 up to A-Level biology, and is currently a tutor and A-Level examiner. Naomi especially enjoys creating resources that enable students to build a solid understanding of subject content, while also connecting their knowledge with biology’s exciting, real-world applications.