Art & Technology

Exploring Data and Teamwork

In Applied Computing, understanding how data is structured, processed and used is a key part of learning — and it’s at the heart of so many things we interact with every day, from Social Media feeds to online shopping and even Health apps.

Recently, our students completed a hands-on data sorting challenge where they worked in small groups to organise different real-world examples of data. They had to think critically about characteristics like size, structure, relevance, and clarity — skills that are essential for making sense of data in today's digital world.

Throughout the activity, the energy in the room was high. Students were engaged, collaborating closely, bouncing ideas around, and applying their knowledge in practical ways. It was fantastic to see them connecting theory to real-world thinking, just as Data Analysts and Software evelopers do when building systems and solving problems.

This activity was a great example of the skills we build in Applied Computing — analysing, organising, and making smart decisions with data. Well done to all students for your teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking!

Mel Zulfic

Year 10 Year Level Leader