Kids should code: why 'computational thinking' needs to be taught in schools
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Additional details
| Year band(s) | 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Article or research |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Implementation (programming), Computational thinking |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
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)
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
AC9TDI6P05
Implement algorithms as visual programs involving control structures, variables and input |
| Keywords | Computer programming, Coding, Algorithms, Decision making, Apps |
| Organisation | Guardian News and Media Limited |
| Copyright | 2016 Guardian News and Media Limited or its affiliated companies. May be subject to Copyright Act statutory licence. |
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