How do computers work?

What is a computer? – Lesson 3 Objectives To explain the differences between types of common computers. To understands the difference between hardware and software. To understand and explain key computer hardware components and their roles within a computer system. Lesson Resources Lesson slides My First Computer worksheets Card, Scissors, Glue sticks, sticky tape Drawing…

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Is it a computer? Part 2

What is a computer? – Lesson 2 Objectives To recognise computers in machines around us To understand and explain input and output devices for computers To recognise that a range of digital devices can be considered a computer Lesson Resources Lesson slides Group planning sheet What is a computer? Lesson 1 – Is it a computer?…

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Is it a computer?

What is a computer? – Lesson 1 Objectives To recognise computers in machines around us To understand and explain input and output devices for computers Lesson Resources Lesson slides Group planning sheet What is a computer? Lesson 1 – Is it a computer? Lesson 2 – Is it a computer? Part 2 Lesson 3 – How do…

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What is a computer?

About this unit: Delve into what really makes a computer a computer. Is a TV a computer? Is a fridge a computer? Is a toilet a computer?! It also investigates just what is inside that metal box, how a computer works, memory, data and binary code. By the end you’ll know your RAM from your…

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Presenting their work

Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature – Lesson 6 Objectives Import music, stills or video into video editing software for a specific project. Arrange, trim and cut clips to create a short film that conveys meaning. Add simple titles, credits and special effects. Lesson Resources Lesson Slides Windows Video Editor (Windows 10) or Windows Movie Maker…

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Creating patterns from photos

Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature – Lessons 4 & 5 Objectives Use a lasso tool to select specific areas of an image. Be able to resize various elements in a graphics or paint package. Use effects in photo-manipulation software to edit, change or enhance an image. Combine a number of images using layering. Lesson Resources…

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Refined photo editing

Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature – Lesson 3 Objectives Use a lasso tool to select specific areas of an image. Use effects in photo-manipulation software to edit, change or enhance an image. Independently download and save images or video onto a computer. Independently upload images or video for use in editing software. Lesson Resources Lesson…

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Symmetrical Patterns

Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature – Lesson 2 Objectives Acquire, store and retrieve images from cameras, scanners or the Internet for a purpose. Understand the need for caution when using the Internet to search for images and what to do if they find unsuitable images (See school’s Acceptable Use Policy/AUP) Create images using a range…

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Repeating patterns

Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature – Lesson 1 Objectives Acquire, store and retrieve images from cameras, scanners or the Internet for a purpose. Understand the need for caution when using the Internet to search for images and what to do if they find unsuitable images (See school’s Acceptable Use Policy/AUP) Create images using a range…

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Digital Imagery: Patterns in Nature

About this unit Take a look at the beauty of repeating patterns in nature and different methods of recreating these with digital art tools and photo editing. National Curriculum Links – Computing KS2 The content of this plan cover the following National Curriculum strands:  select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services)…

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