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Data modeling is the visual representation of data and its relationships, aiding in data-driven decisions and analysis. It includes conceptual, logical, and physical models, with Excel serving as a powerful tool for organizing and analyzing data through features like tables, formulas, and pivot tables. A practical activity is provided for students to apply Excel functions to a dataset of student grades and attendance.

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data modelling

Data modeling is the visual representation of data and its relationships, aiding in data-driven decisions and analysis. It includes conceptual, logical, and physical models, with Excel serving as a powerful tool for organizing and analyzing data through features like tables, formulas, and pivot tables. A practical activity is provided for students to apply Excel functions to a dataset of student grades and attendance.

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Introduction to Data Modeling

Definition: Data modeling is the process of creating


a visual representation of data and its relationships.
It helps organize and understand data.
Importance:
- Helps in making data-driven decisions.
- Simplifies complex data sets.
- Facilitates analysis and reporting.

Types of Data Models


Q​Conceptual Model: High-level view, focusing on
what data is needed.
Logical Model: Defines data elements and their
relationships without considering how they will be
implemented.
- Physical Model: Detailed model that includes
storing and accessing data.

Using Excel for Data Modeling


Overview of Excel: A powerful spreadsheet tool
that allows users to organize, analyze, and visualize
data.
Key Features in Excel:
-Tables: Organize data into rows and columns,
making it easier to manage.
- Formulas: Perform calculations (e.g., SUM,
AVERAGE) to analyze data.
- Charts: Visual representations of data (e.g., bar
charts, pie charts) to help identify trends and
patterns.
- Pivot Tables: Summarize large data sets and
analyze relationships between different variables.
Practical Activity
Student Name Subject Grade Attendance Last Exam
ID (%) Date

001 John Math 85 90 2023-04-15


Doe

002 Jane Science 78 85 2023-04-12


Smith

003 Sam English 92 95 2023-04-10


Brow
n

004 Lisa Math 88 80 2023-04-14


White

005 Mark Science 74 88 2023-04-13


Green

006 Emm English 91 92 2023-04-11


a
Black

007 Tom Math 76 75 2023-04-09


Adam
s
008 Ava Science 89 90 2023-04-08
Lee

Simplified Challenges for Students

●​ Search Function: Use the search function to find the grade of "Sam
Brown."
●​ Filter Data: Apply a filter to show only students who scored above 80.
●​ Sort Data: Sort the data alphabetically by student names.
●​ Count Attendance: Use the COUNT function to count how many
students have attendance above 85%.
●​ Find Maximum Grade: Use the MAX function to find the highest grade in
the dataset.

Instructions

●​ Enter the data into an Excel spreadsheet.


●​ Complete the challenges listed above to practice basic Excel functions
and features.

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