Computing theory for 7-11 year olds

This resource provides information for teachers about topics such as Computer systems, Algorithms, Computer control, Robots and Computer programming. It also covers internet, searching and internet safety.

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Year band(s) 1-2, 3-4, 5-6
Content type Professional learning
Format Document
Core and overarching concepts Implementation (programming), Computational thinking
Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s)
AC9TDIFK01   

Recognise and explore digital systems (hardware and software) for a purpose

AC9TDI2P01   

Investigate simple problems for known users that can be solved with digital systems

AC9TDI2P02   

Follow and describe algorithms involving a sequence of steps, branching (decisions) and iteration (repetition)

AC9TDI4K01   

Explore and describe a range of digital systems and their peripherals for a variety of purposes

AC9TDI4K02   

Explore transmitting different types of data between digital systems

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

AC9TDI4P06   

Use the core features of common digital tools to create, locate and communicate content, following agreed conventions

AC9TDI4P07   

Use the core features of common digital tools to share content, plan tasks, and collaborate, following agreed behaviours, supported by trusted adults

AC9TDI6K01   

Investigate the main internal components of common digital systems and their function

AC9TDI6K02   

Examine how digital systems form networks to transmit data

AC9TDI6P02   

Design algorithms involving multiple alternatives (branching) and iteration

AC9TDI6P05   

Implement algorithms as visual programs involving control structures, variables and input

AC9TDI6P07   

Select and use appropriate digital tools effectively to create, locate and communicate content, applying common conventions

AC9TDI6P08   

Select and use appropriate digital tools effectively to share content online, plan tasks and collaborate on projects, demonstrating agreed behaviours

AC9TDI8K01   

Explain how hardware specifications affect performance and select appropriate hardware for particular tasks and workloads

AC9TDI8K02   

Investigate how data is transmitted and secured in wired and wireless networks including the internet

Keywords Coding, Algorithms, Networks, Digital Citizenship, Internet
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Simon Haughton

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