ICT – Excel & SpaceX – IGCSE Edexcel Unit 6 Software Skills (Lesson 8 of 11)

This lesson is part of an 11-lesson scheme of work that develops essential Microsoft Office skills in preparation for the Edexcel IGCSE ICT Paper 2 exam (Unit 6 – Software Skills). It focuses on Excel, using a SpaceX-themed project to engage students and develop spreadsheet skills in a real-world context.

The lesson includes:

Video tutorials covering content from Lessons 1–10

Interactive progress checks (online quizzes with instant feedback for Lessons 1–8)

Literacy, numeracy, and “think” starter activities

A cross-curricular SpaceX theme to make learning relevant and engaging

Stretch questioning and activities to challenge higher-ability students

Literacy mat

Lesson plan template

This 11-lesson mini scheme of work has been invaluable for reinforcing seemingly basic but often overlooked software skills, ensuring students are confident and capable in the run-up to their practical exam.

Full 11-lesson sequence:

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Word, Part A – Climate Change Project

Word, Part B – Climate Change Project

PowerPoint, Part A – Liverpool FC Project

PowerPoint, Part B – Liverpool FC Project

Excel – English Premier League Project

Excel – Fortnite Project

Excel – SpaceX Project (this resource)

First Test Lesson – WW2 Project

Post Test Feedback and All Tutorials

Final Test – Solar Company Project

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