Computational Thinking Unplugged
In this lesson, students will learn concepts such as Algorithm, Decompose, Abstraction and Pattern Matching that create a Computational Thinking foundation.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 3-4, 5-6 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Lesson ideas |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Computational thinking |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
AC9TDI4P01
Define problems with given design criteria and by co-creating user stories
AC9TDI4P02
Follow and describe algorithms involving sequencing, comparison operators (branching) and iteration
AC9TDI6P01
Define problems with given or co developed design criteria and by creating user stories |
| Keywords | Computational Thinking, Algorithm, Decompose, Abstraction, Pattern recognition |
| Organisation | code.org |
| Copyright | 2005 Computer Science Unplugged. Free-for-education material. |
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