Posts Tagged ‘KS1 Computer Science’
Control and Programming
NC Links – Computing KS1 The content of this plan cover the following NC strands: understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on digital devices, and that programs execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions create and debug simple programs Programming Apps for KS1 Programming Direction Programming with Logo Programming with Scratch…
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About this unit: Introduce students to this great block-based programming language to create animations and games perfect for KS1. Write and debug algorithms, learn about repeating, and different triggers to create actions. National Curriculum Links – Computing KS1 The content of this plan cover the following NC strands: understand what algorithms are, how they are…
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About this unit: Introduce the written programming language of Logo. Students program their on-screen robot to move and create drawings using repeat commands and their own procedures. National Curriculum Links – Computing KS1 The content of this plan cover the following National Curriculum strands: understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on…
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About this unit: A programming unit that focuses on directional instructions and creating sequences (algorithms) using a number of programs and equipment. National Curriculum Links – Computing KS1 The content of this plan cover the following National Curriculum strands: understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on digital devices, and that programs…
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Keeping Safe and Exploring Technology – Lessons 5 & 6 Objectives To explore control technology devices To explain how a control device works To compare different types of control devices Lesson Resources Keeping Safe and Exploring Technology – Lesson slides Exploring Machines We Control – Student worksheet Keeping Safe and Exploring Technology Lesson 1 -…
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About this unit: Get up and moving as you apply the concept of algorithms and instructions to a variety of contexts, both digital and analogue (e.g. operating a crane, recipes and dance routines). A fun unplugged unit with lots of possible cross-curricular links. National Curriculum Links – Computing KS1 The content of this plan cover…
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This is an ongoing list of iPad apps that can be used to teach programming concepts in KS1. More apps will be added when found. Please let us know if you find any great programming apps to share. App Description Scratch Jnr Free App link Scratch Jnr is a wonderful app that takes all the…
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