Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91071 about?

Accepted Answer

This standard asks you to create a digital information outcome (like a report, presentation, or data summary) by using at least two different software applications (like Word, Excel, databases, or PowerPoint) and following a set of specified requirements. You need to select the right tools, apply techniques to manipulate and combine data from multiple sources, check your work meets the specifications, and follow ethical and legal practices. The outcome must be something you've actually built yourself, not just collected from somewhere else.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91071?

Accepted Answer

1. Use at least two different software applications (Word, Excel, database, or PowerPoint) to create your outcome 2. Apply specific techniques for each software type to manipulate, format, and combine data from at least two sources 3. Select the right software features and formatting options to match what your outcome is supposed to achieve 4. Manage files properly and check that your work is accurate and meets the specifications before submitting 5. Follow legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities throughout the task (like copyright, data protection, and honest data representation)

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91071?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You successfully implement the required procedures using at least two software applications to produce a digital outcome that matches the specifications, with proper data integrity checks and file management. Merit: You skillfully apply techniques with accuracy and independence, making thoughtful decisions about which tools and features to use, and demonstrate careful testing to ensure your outcome meets specifications. Excellence: You efficiently implement procedures in a timely manner, optimise the specific features of the software tools you're using, and minimise wasted steps or resources while maintaining accuracy and meeting all specifications.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91071?

Accepted Answer

1. Students only use one software application instead of combining data from at least two different types (e.g., just a Word document with no spreadsheet or database integration) 2. Incomplete or missing data integrity checks — students don't verify that their data is accurate, relevant, or reliable before finalising the outcome 3. Failing to apply proper file management procedures or not following the specified requirements that were given for the task

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