Learn how to create an Entity Relationship Diagram in this tutorial. We provide a basic overview of ERDs and then gives step-by-step training on how to make ...
Type of Material:
Presentation
Recommended Uses:
It can be used a complementary material in class or self-learning material.
It can also be used outside of the classroom support for those learning or involved in software or database architecture and design.
Technical Requirements:
YouTube acces
Identify Major Learning Goals:
At stated in the youtube page, it attempts to provide a basic overview of ERDs and then gives step-by-step training on how to make an ER diagram with correct cardinality. The specific learning objectives are:
Understand the purpose and structure of Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs)
Be able to interpret and review ERDs
Be able to create ERD for a given domain and application
Be able to evaluate and improve the quality of an ERD
Target Student Population:
College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
While it does not need any computer skills to understand the content, the general concept of the rows and columns in tables or spreadsheets or databases will be a background knowledge.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
- The concept presented is fundamental knowledge in building up databases.
- As it is the first part of the video, it uses an application case to illustrate the concept of cardinality.
- The content is appropriate for the first time learner.
In summary, it provides solid conceptual foundation in ERD intent, use, construction, and evaluation.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
- The video is presented clearly with good pace.
- The tone of the speech also make the video more interesting so the viewer will not get bored.
- The learning goal of explaining cardinality is achieved.
In summary, it is direct and to the point; matches expectations by covering what it claims to.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
- Features of zoom in and zoom out helps viewers to give good focus on the point being discussed.
- It also introduces the tool, Lucidchart, being used in the presentation so the viewer can further use the tool to try out the cardinality mentioned.
- While the video is good in presentation, the understanding can be further enhanced if the resulting schema in the suggested case is also suggested.
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