Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Recognise inputs and outputs and that the computer sends and receives information.
- Explain that the parts of a laptop work together and the purpose of each part.
- Explain what an algorithm is.
- Suggest what memory is for inside a computer.
- Make comparisons between different types of computer.
Suggested prior learning
Computing systems and networks 1: What is a computer?
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Lessons
Lesson 1: Inputs and outputs
Lesson 2: Building a paper laptop
Lesson 3: Following instructions
Lesson 4: Computer memory
Lesson 5: Dismantling a tablet
Key skills
- Understanding what
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Key knowledge
- To know
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Key vocabulary
algorithm
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Unit resources
Assessment – Computing Y3: Journey inside a computer
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Subject resources
Computing: Long-term plans
A suggested order for teaching Computing
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Curriculum planning | Knowledge and skills progression
Progression document showing how skills and
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Curriculum planning | Knowledge and skills progression
Outlining the key skills and knowledge
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Assessment
Spreadsheet for Kapow Primary's Computing scheme
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Computing: Equipment & resource lists
A list of the resources, hardware
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Computing: Statutory and non-statutory mapping documents
Showing which units and lessons meet
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Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Spoken language
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