year-5---knowledge-organiser---all-units

Purple Mash Computing Scheme of Work: Knowledge Organisers
Unit: 5.1
Coding
Key Learning Key Resources
• To begin to simplify code.

• To create a playable game.
• To understand what a simulation is.
• To program a simulation using 2Code.
• To know what decomposition and
abstraction are in computer science.
• To a take a real-life situation, decompose it
and think about the level of abstraction.
• To understand how to use friction in code.
• To begin to understand what a function is Tools 2Dos 2Chart Free code gorilla
and how functions work in code.
• To understand what the different variables
types are and how they are used differently.
• To understand how to create a string.
• To understand what concatenation is and
how it works.
Key Vocabulary
Abstraction Action Algorithm

A way of de-cluttering The way that objects A precise step by step set
and removing change when of instructions used to
unnecessary details to get programmed to do so. For solve a problem or achieve
a program functioning. example, move. an objective.
Concatenation Debug\ Debugging Decomposition

The action of linking a Fixing code that has A method of breaking
mixture of strings, variable errors so that the code down a task into
values and numbers will run the way it was manageable components.
together in a series. designed. This makes coding easier
as the components can
then be coded separately
Efficient Flowchart and then brought back
In coding, simplified code A diagram that uses together in the program.
runs faster and uses less specifically shaped,
processing memory, it is labelled boxes and arrows
said to be more efficient. to represent an algorithm
as a diagram.
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Unit: 5.1
Coding
Key Vocabulary
Event Function Input

An occurrence that causes A block or sequence of Information going into the
a block of code to be run. code that you can access computer. This could be
The event could be the when you need it, so you the user moving or clicking
result of user action such don’t have to rewrite the the mouse, or the user
as the user pressing a key code repeatedly. Instead, entering characters on the
(when Key) or clicking or you simply 'call' the keyboard. On tablets there
swiping the screen (when function each time you are other forms such as
Clicked, when Swiped) or want it. finger swipes, touch
when objects interact gestures and tilting the
(collision). In 2Code, the device.
event commands are used Object
to create blocks of code Items in a program that
that are run when events can be given instructions Output
happen. to move or change in Information that comes out
some way (action). In of the computer e.g.
2Code Gorilla, the object sound, prompt, alert or
Nesting types are button number, print to screen.
When coding commands input, text, shape turtle,
are put inside other character, object, vehicle,
commands. These animal. Repeat
commands only run when This command can be used
the outer command runs. to make a block of
Properties commands run a set
These determine the look number of times, until a
Physical System and size of an object. condition is met or forever.
In this context, this is any Each object has
object or situation that can properties such as the
Sequence
be analysed and modelled. image, scale and position
This is when a computer
For example modelling the of the object.
program runs commands
function of a traffic light, in order.
modelling friction of cars
moving down surfaces or Selection
modelling the functions of A conditional decision Simplify
a home’s security system. command. When selection In coding this is used to
is used, a program will describe modifying the
choose which bit of code code to complete the
to run depending on a same process with less
condition. In 2Code lines of code.
selection is accomplished
using ‘if’ or ‘if/else’
statements.
Unit: 5.1
Coding
Key Vocabulary
Timer Variable
Use this command to run A named area in computer memory. A variable has a name
a block of commands and a value. The program can change this variable value.
after a timed delay or at Variables are used in programming to keep track of things
regular intervals. that can change while a program is running. In 2Code,
variables can be strings, numbers or computer-generated
variables to control objects of a type.
Key Images
Design Exit Design
Open design mode Switch to code mode Add a new Tab to A change variable
in 2Code. in 2Code. your code block.
Example of combining variables and strings to print to Creating a variable in

the screen 2Code
Creating a variable in 2Code

Unit: 5.1
Coding
Key Questions
What does simulating a Describe how you Give examples of how

physical system mean? would use variables you could use the
to make a timer Launch command in
Creating a program countdown and a 2Code.
where the objects scorepad for a game.
behave as they would Clicking on a button
in the real world. For Timer countdown: or other object in the
example, a football Create a timer variable program to opens
program that uses and set it to the starting another 2Code program
angles, speed and number of seconds. Add or a webpage.
friction to simulate a Timer command that
kicking a football. When repeats and subtracts 1
simulating a physical every second. Add a text
system, you first must object in design view to What do the terms
break the system down display this number. decomposition and
into parts that can be abstraction mean? Use
coded (decomposition). Score: examples to explain them.
The different parts will Create a variable to
come together to make store the score, each Decomposition is breaking
the full simulation. time the user gains a a task into its component
point, change and parts so that each part can
display the value of the be coded separately.
variable. If you were coding a game
of chess, you could
decompose into the moves
of the different pieces and
the setup of the playing
space.
Abstraction is removing
unnecessary details to get
the program functioning. In
the example, the colour
and size of the squares is
not important to game
play.

Unit: 5.2
Online Safety
• To gain a greater understanding of the

impact that sharing digital content can
have.
• To review sources of support when
using technology and children’s
responsibility to one another in their
online behaviour.
• To know how to maintain secure
passwords. Display Boards 2Paint a Picture 2Connect 2Publish Plus
• To understand the advantages,
disadvantages, permissions and
purposes of altering an image digitally
and the reasons for this. Key Questions
• To be aware of appropriate and
inappropriate text, photographs and
videos and the impact of sharing these Who do I tell if I see anything online that
online. makes me upset or scared?
• To learn about how to reference
sources in their work. When you are at school, you should tell
• To search the Internet with a the teacher or another adult. At home,
consideration for the reliability of the you should tell your parent or guardian or
results of sources to check validity and another adult that you trust.
understand the impact of incorrect
information.
• To ensure reliability through using Why are passwords so important?
different methods of communication.
Passwords protect your information and
stop other people accessing it. Passwords
are like a toothbrush; they should not be
shared with anyone else.
Why is it important to reference sources

in my work?
If you use a book or article written by

someone else, then you must reference
it, so people know where you got the
information from. If you don’t do this then
it is known as plagiarism.

Unit: 5.2
Online Safety
Key Vocabulary
Citation
Collaborate Communication
Making reference to the
To work jointly on an A way of exchanging
original source of a piece of
activity or project. information for example,
information quotation or
image. email, blogs, speaking,
writing.
Creative Commons
Copyright Licence
When the rights to A non-profit organisation Encrypt
something belong to a who provide free licences The translation of data into
specific person. for creators to use. If an a secret code to achieve
image has a CC licence, data security.
you may usually use the
Identity theft image for non-commercial
When someone pretends to purposes. You must still Ownership
be another person online. It give credit to the original Who has permission or can
can be done for financial creator of the image. give permission to use or
gain or to steal others’ edit a resource or part of the
private information. resource.
Malware
Software that is specifically
PEGI ratings designed to disrupt, Phishing
These show the age that damage, or gain The practice of sending email
digital content is suitable unauthorised access to a pretending to be from
for and the type of content computer system. reputable companies in order
that it contains. to persuade individuals to
reveal personal information,
Personal information such as passwords and
Password Identifying information credit cards numbers.
The practice of sending email about yourself such as your
pretending to be from name, address and
reputable companies in order telephone number. Spoof
to persuade individuals to An imitation of something
reveal personal information, that appears to look
SMART rules
such as passwords and genuine.
A set of rules based around
credit cards numbers. the word SMART designed
to help you stay safe when Validity
Reliable source online. SMART represents The quality of something
A source of information that the words Safe, Meet, being logically or factually
provides thorough, well- Accept, Reliable, Tell. sound.
reasoned details based on
valid evidence.
Unit: 5.2
Online Safety
SMART rules- S
SMART rules- M
SMART rules- A
SMART rules- R
SMART rules- T

Unit: 5.3
Spreadsheets
• To use formulae within a spreadsheet

to convert measurements of length
and distance.
• To use the count tool to answer
hypotheses about common letters in
use.
• To use a spreadsheet to model a real-
life problem.
• To use formulae to calculate area and
perimeter of shapes.
• To create formulae that use text
variables. 2Calculate
• To use a spreadsheet to help plan a
school cake sale.
Key Questions
How would you add a What would you use Explain what a
formula so that the cell in 2Calculate to have a spreadsheet model of a
shows the product of cell that automatically real-life situation is and
two other cells? calculates the number what it can be used for?
of days since a certain
Click on the cell where date? It represents the data of
you want the product a situation for example:
to be displayed then You could use formulae Budgeting for a party;
click the formula wizard and the totalling working out how big
button. Click on the cell tools. To make the a field needs to be for
that contains the first spreadsheet easier to a certain number of
number. Choose the understand, you could animals; working out
x operation then click use named variables. how to spend your
on the second number. pocket money over time.
Click OK. Using the existing data
to predict what time
your shadow will be a
certain length etc.

Unit: 5.3
Spreadsheets
Key Vocabulary
Rows Spreadsheet Columns

Boxes running A computer program that Boxes running vertically
horizontally in a represents data in cells in in a spreadsheet.
spreadsheet. a grid of rows and
columns. Any cell in the
grid may contain either
Data data or a formula that Formula
A collection of describes the value to be A group of letters,
information, especially inserted based on the numbers, or other
facts or numbers, values in other cells. symbols which
obtained by observation,
represents a scientific or
questions or
mathematical rule. The
measurement to be
plural of formula is
analysed and used to Format formulae.
help decision-making. The way that text looks.
Formatting cells is helpful
for interpreting a cell’s Formula Bar
Advance mode contents for example you
A mode of 2Calculate in An area of the
might want to format a spreadsheet into which
which the cells have cell to show a fraction
references and can formulae can be entered
e.g. 4 ½ or include units using the ‘=’ sign to open
include formulae. such as £ or $. the fomula.
Formula Wizard ‘How Many?’ Tool

The wizard guides you in Counts how many of a
creating a variety of Totalling tool
variable there are in a
formulae for a cell such Adds up the value of
spreadsheet.
as calculations, totals, every cell above it, next to
averages, minimum and it or diagonal to it
maximum for the according to which total
selected cells. Variable tool is selected.
Used in computing to
keep track of things that
can change while a
program is running.

Unit: 5.3
Spreadsheets
Key Images
Open, close or share Save your work Open a previously Increase or decrease
a file saved file spreadsheet size
Advanced mode Formula Wizard Format Cell Toolbox Charts
Totals toolbox Image Tools Controls Toolbox Random Number
Spin Equals Timer
+ + +
To Copy To Cut To Paste

Unit: 5.4
Databases
Key Learning Key Questions
• To learn how to search for information

What is a database?
in a database.
• To contribute to a class database.
A collection of data organised in such
• To create a database around a chosen
a way that it can be searched, and
topic.
information found easily. Database usually
refers to data stored on computers.
Key Resources
Why is the collaborative feature
important?
Making a database collaborative allows

lots of people to enter information into the
database at the same time. This is a lot
quicker than one person entering the data
by themselves.
In what ways can I sort information in a

database?
2Investigate Avatar builder
A database can hold lots of information
so it is essential that information can be
effectively investigated. In 2Investigate,
data can be searched and sorted in a
variety of ways. It can also be presented
pictorially.

Unit: 5.4
Databases
Key Vocabulary
Arrange Avatar Chart

Sorting information in An icon or figure A diagram that
order against a search representing a person in represents data. Charts
request. a video game, Internet include graphs and other
forum, etc. diagrams such as pie
charts or flowcharts.
Collaborative
Produced by, or Data
A collection of Database
involving, two or
information, especially A set of data that can be
more parties working
facts or numbers, held in a computer in a
together.
obtained by observation, format that can be
questions or searched and sorted for
measurement to be information.
analysed and used to
Field
help decision-making.
A heading in a database
record against which
information is entered. Record
A collection of data
about one item entered
Group
into a database.
Putting similar pieces of
information together in a
Database Report database so it is easy to
A way of producing a read, understand and
written paragraph that interpret. Search
incorporates the data A way of finding
from the fields and information.
records of the database.
Statistics
The study and
manipulation of data,
Sort including ways to
Organising data by a gather, review, analyse,
rule such as and draw conclusions
alphabetical or from data.
numerical.

Unit: 5.4
Databases
Key Images
Open, close or share Design a new Add a record to the Find information in
a file database database the database
Sort, group and Statistics and reports Represent the

arrange information information as a
chart
Avatar creator

Unit: 5.5
Game Creator
• To plan a game.
• To design and create the game
environment.
• To design and create the game
quest.
• To finish and share the game.
2DIY3D
• To self and peer evaluate.
Key Vocabulary
Evaluation Feedback Image

To critically examine a In this case, share In this case, a picture
program. It involves information with the displayed on the
collecting and analysing creator about how the computer screen.
information about a game could be improved.
program's activities,
characteristics, and Quest
outcomes. Promotion To find or do something.
The publicising of a
product, in this case a
Instructions game, so as to increase
Detailed information sales or public awareness. Texture
about how something High frequency detail
should be done or or colour information
Screenshot
operated. on a computer-
An image of the data
displayed on the screen generated graphic.
Scene of a computer or mobile

The place where an device.
Theme
incident in real life or In this case, the subject
fiction occurs or occurred. of the game.

Unit: 5.5
Game Creator
Key Images
Open, close and Change the settings Insert treasure into

share work of your game your game
Insert enemies into Drag to set the start Play your game Add images to your
your game position of your game
game
Key Questions
What is the 2DIY3D What makes a good Why is it important to

tool on Purple Mash? computer game? continually evaluate
your game?
2DIY 3D allows users A good game designer
to create a playing area, gives the player Evaluating your game
such as a maze, in 2D continuous challenges as you make it allows
and then turn it into a in a visually stimulating you to think about
3D computer game. environment, each of ways in which it can be
The aim is to avoid the which leads to another improved. Evaluation
‘baddies’ and collect challenge, to keep the may also involve the
‘treasure’. game challenging and views of other people
fun. who play your game.

Unit: 5.6
3D Modelling
• To be introduced to 2Design and Make

and the skills of computer aided
design.
• To explore the effect of moving points
when designing.
• To design a 3D Model to fit certain 2D&M
criteria.
• To refine and print a model.
Key Vocabulary
2D 3D 3D Printing
Something that has only Something that has three The action or process of
two dimensions; height dimensions; height, width making a physical
and width. and depth. object from a three-
dimensional digital
model, typically by
CAD – Computer aided Design Brief laying down many thin
Design A document for a design layers of a material in
A CAD computer project, defining the core succession.
program or app allows details, including the goal
you to design a 3D object and strategy.
or environment in 2D and Net
visualise it in 3D on the What a 3D shape
screen from many angles. Points would look like if it was
The points on a 3D net unfolded and opened
which create the corners out flat.
Pattern Fill of the 3D shape.
A tool where you can add
a customised repeating Template
pattern to the surface of Something that serves
the net. as a model for others to
copy and edit.

Unit: 5.6
3D Modelling
Key Images
2D Image 3D Image Net View Colour Palette
Clear, Undo and Fill Options Magnify

Redo
Key Questions
What are the different view of an object How is CAD software used in industry?
available in 2Design and Make? Give some examples.
Net, Points and 3D. It is used to design 3D objects in a 2D

environment.
Some examples are; Architectural
How can the objects designed in 2Design plans for buildings; designing layouts
and Make be turned into 3D objects? for interiors; designing objects such as
packaging and designing mechanical
You can print the net and then cut and components; designing shoes and
fold this into shape or you can convert the clothing.
file into a format recognised by 3D
printers.

Unit: 5.7
Concept Maps
• To understand the need for visual

representation when generating and
discussing complex ideas.
• To understand the uses of a 'concept
map'.
• To understand and use the correct
vocabulary when creating a concept
map.
• To create a concept map.
• To understand how a concept map can 2Connect
be used to retell stories and information.
• To create a collaborative concept map
and present this to an audience.
Key Vocabulary
Concept Concept Map Connection

An idea in the form of a A tool for organising and Represent a relationship
question. representing knowledge. or link between two
They form a web of nodes or ideas.
ideas which are all
interconnected.
Collaborate
Participating in an Presentation Mode
activity with more than A mode on 2Connect
one person working Node where nodes and
together. A way to represent connections are revealed
concepts or ideas. Can gradually to be
contain text and\or an accompanied by a verbal
image. presentation.
Story Mode
A way to use a 2Connect
concept map to create a
piece of text.

Unit: 5.7
Concept Maps
Key Images
Node Connection Resize node Edit node
Show story Begin Presentation Collaboration Off Collaboration On
Key Questions
What is a concept map? How is information How does a concept

arranged on a concept map help share ideas?
A concept map is a map?
pictorial way of showing A concept map in
relationships between On a concept map 2Connect allows many
concepts and ideas. A ideas or concepts are users to contribute to
concept map allows you organised into nodes the map which means
to show information, which are linked that ideas or concepts
pictures and links to together with lines to can be quickly amended
support an idea or show how the concepts or additional
concept. and ideas link together. information provided.

Unit: 5.8
Word Processing with Google Docs
• To know what a word processing tool

is for.
• To add and edit images to a word
document.
• To know how to use word wrap with
images and text.
• To change the look of text within a
document. 2Connect
• To add features to a document to
enhance its look and usability.
• To use the sharing capabilities in Google
Docs.
• To use tables within to present
information.
• To introduce children to templates.
Key Questions
What is a word What features can How do you

processing tool used you use to make successfully add an
for? a document more image to a document?
A word processing readable? If you have an image
tool is used to create, You can change the saved onto your
edit and print off a font format to give the computer, you click on
document. This can document a theme and insert – pictures – insert
contain text, images, make it more readable. image from this device.
tables or charts. By changing the You can resize and move
Documents are a type paragraph formatting, the image and ensure it
of file that portray you can ensure the fits well on the page by
information. words are spaced changing the text wrap
evenly. You can add setting.
images and use text
wrapping to ensure they
are positioned well on
the page.

Unit: 5.8
Word Processing with Google Docs
Key Vocabulary
Captions
Bulleted lists Caps Lock
Text under an image
A list with bullet points, A button on the
to provide more
used when the items do computer keyboard
information about
not have an order. which changes the
what is shown.
letters to upper case
(capital letters).
Creative Commons
Copy and Paste Images where the
A way of transferring copyright holder, often
Copyright the creator, has given
words or images from
When an image, logo or permission for the image
one location to another.
idea has a legal right to to be used as long as the
not be copied or used creator is attributed.
without the owner’s
Cursor permission.
The flashing vertical line
that shows your place in Font
a Word document. A set of type which
Document
shows words and
A type of file which
numbers in a particular
shows written
style and size.
information and/or
Hyperlink images and sometimes
A clickable link from a charts and tables.
document to another Page Orientation
location, often a The direction that the
webpage. rectangular page is
Merge cells viewed. Portrait means
A tool you can use when longer side going
making a table to join upwards, Landscape
Formatting cells which are next to means the longer side
Changing the look of a each other in columns or going sideways.
document by selecting rows.
fonts, colours and how
the text is spaced or Readability
aligned. Text wrapping How easy and pleasant it
A feature which helps is to read and understand
you place and position an a document.
Word Processing tool image neatly on

a page or within a Word Art
A program which allows
paragraph of text. A way to treat text as a
you to write, edit and
graphic so that you can
print different documents.
add special effects to text.

Unit: 5.8
Word processing with Google Docs
Key Images
Open a new Access sharing Return to docs home Undo key

document options
Text formatting Text Alignment
Insert image Crop image Text wrapping Clear formatting

Unit: 5.8
Word Processing with Microsoft Word
• To know what a word processing tool

is for.
• To add and edit images to a word
document.
• To know how to use word wrap with
images and text.
• To change the look of text within a 2Connect
document.
• To add features to a document to
enhance its look and usability.
• To use tables within MS Word to
present information.
• To introduce children to templates.
• To consider page layout including
heading and columns.
Key Questions
What is a word What features can How do you

processing tool used you use to make successfully add an
for? a document more image to a document?
A word processing readable? If you have an image
tool is used to create, You can change the saved onto your
edit and print off a font format to give the computer, you click on
document. This can document a theme and insert – pictures – insert
contain text, images, make it more readable. image from this device.
tables or charts. By changing the You can resize and move
Documents are a type paragraph formatting, the image and ensure it
of file that portray you can ensure the fits well on the page by
information. words are spaced changing the text wrap
evenly. You can add setting.
images and use text
wrapping to ensure they
are positioned well on
the page.

Unit: 5.8
Key Vocabulary
Captions
Bulleted lists Caps Lock
Text under an image
A list with bullet points, A button on the
to provide more
used when the items do computer keyboard
information about
not have an order. which changes the
what is shown.
letters to upper case
(capital letters).
Creative Commons
Copy and Paste Images where the
A way of transferring copyright holder, often
Copyright the creator, has given
words or images from
When an image, logo or permission for the image
one location to another.
idea has a legal right to to be used as long as the
not be copied or used creator is attributed.
without the owner’s
Cursor permission.
The flashing vertical line
that shows your place in Font
a Word document. A set of type which
Document
shows words and
A type of file which
numbers in a particular
shows written
style and size.
information and/or
Hyperlink images and sometimes
A clickable link from a charts and tables.
document to another Page Orientation
location, often a The direction that the
webpage. rectangular page is
Merge cells viewed. Portrait means
A tool you can use when longer side going
making a table to join upwards, Landscape
Formatting cells which are next to means the longer side
Changing the look of a each other in columns or going sideways.
document by selecting rows.
fonts, colours and how
the text is spaced or Readability
aligned. Text wrapping How easy and pleasant it
A feature which helps is to read and understand
you place and position an a document.
Word Processing tool image neatly on

a page or within a Word Art
A program which allows
paragraph of text. A way to treat text as a
you to write, edit and
graphic so that you can
print different documents.
add special effects to text.

Unit: 5.8
Key Images
Open a new Open an existing Save your work Undo key

document document
Insert a table Text wrapping Font Category
Design tab where Insert tab where you Home tab where Insert a picture
you can change can add an object many editing tools
the style of the such as a picture or are found
document table


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Purple Mash Computing Scheme of Work: Knowledge Organisers

Key Learning Key Resources

• To begin to simplify code.

Abstraction Action Algorithm

Concatenation Debug\ Debugging Decomposition

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Event Function Input

Design Exit Design

Example of combining variables and strings to print to Creating a variable in

Creating a variable in 2Code

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What does simulating a Describe how you Give examples of how

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• To gain a greater understanding of the

Why is it important to reference sources

If you use a book or article written by

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Key Learning Key Resources

• To use formulae within a spreadsheet

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Rows Spreadsheet Columns

Formula Wizard ‘How Many?’ Tool

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Advanced mode Formula Wizard Format Cell Toolbox Charts

Totals toolbox Image Tools Controls Toolbox Random Number

Spin Equals Timer

To Copy To Cut To Paste

Key Learning Key Questions

• To learn how to search for information

Making a database collaborative allows

In what ways can I sort information in a

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Arrange Avatar Chart

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Sort, group and Statistics and reports Represent the

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Key Learning Key Resources

Evaluation Feedback Image

Scene of a computer or mobile

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Open, close and Change the settings Insert treasure into

What is the 2DIY3D What makes a good Why is it important to

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Key Learning Key Resources

• To be introduced to 2Design and Make

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2D Image 3D Image Net View Colour Palette

Clear, Undo and Fill Options Magnify

Net, Points and 3D. It is used to design 3D objects in a 2D

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Key Learning Key Resources

• To understand the need for visual

Concept Concept Map Connection

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Node Connection Resize node Edit node

Show story Begin Presentation Collaboration Off Collaboration On

What is a concept map? How is information How does a concept

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Key Learning Key Resources

• To know what a word processing tool

What is a word What features can How do you

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Word Processing tool image neatly on