The complete collection of information, analogous to a filing cabinet, that may be stored in one or more files. File A set of related information, analogous to one drawer of a filing cabinet. Record A set of information about a single unit, analogous to a file folder. Field One item of information about a particular unit, analogous to one entry in a file folder. Example Uses Instructor record keeping Student use of an existing prepared database.
Emphasis can be on acquisition of content knowledge or on the development of research skills.
Student development of a database as a research and problem-solving activity. Use as the object of instruction in business or computer classes. B. Advantages Provide rapid access to large quantities of information. Permit manipulation of information. Use may promote students' research skills and higher order thinking.