Learning objective
- To create a design for an invention.
Success criteria
- I can include an input and output as
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National curriculum
Computing
Pupils should be taught to:
- Use
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Cross-curricular links
Science
Working scientifically
Pupils should
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Gimme five and allow time for paired discussion.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could model their invention on the rocket-powered chair or the class example; could be given a list of keywords (possible inputs and outputs) to support their annotated design and explanation.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should be encouraged to give a detailed explanation of how their invention works, including referencing inputs and outputs, with some understanding of sequencing.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: including inputs and/or outputs as part
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Vocabulary definitions
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design
To make or draw plans for something.
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input
A way of telling the computer what to do.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 2nd July, 2024
