L1: Intro to Algorithms

In this LESSON you will learn about:

In this lesson you will learn about computational thinking such as abstraction, decomposition and algorithmic thinking

Starter:
Can you follow the simple programs, these are algorithms

Main:

Watch the teacher presentation on Algorithms and take part in the activities and class discussions
Use the Algorithm Ref sheet to help Minibot get home, create an algorithm of the required instructions.
Swap and compare your answer with another student, peer assess
Now think about the colours of the rainbow, can you remember the song? Create an algorithm for sorting the colours into order. Assume that the rainbow starts with a random colour and then another is added
Share you ideas and improve your algorithm.

Plenary:
Write down a definition of abstraction, decomposition and algorithmic thinking in your books.

Complete the HW sheet for next lesson