Learning objective
- To recognise that robots are programmed by humans and follow algorithms.
Success criteria
- I can follow simple instructions to move a
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National curriculum
Computing
Pupils should be taught to:
- Understand
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Cross-curricular links
English
Writing – composition
Pupils should be
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
As this is the first programming unit in Key stage 1, there is no knowledge to recap with the children. In EYFS (Reception), the children may have learnt that: Following and giving simple instructions is important in computing. It is important that instructions are followed in the correct order. Bee-Bots use simple commands and how…
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could use simplified algorithm sheets with fewer steps; might benefit from additional visual aids to help understand directional commands; may work with a partner to collaboratively follow the algorithm.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should create more complex algorithms with additional steps or obstacles to navigate; could be challenged to design their own grid layout; might explain their reasoning and process to the class.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: following the given algorithm accurately; recognising
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Vocabulary definitions
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algorithm
A clear set of instructions to carry out a task.
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instructions
A direction that tells someone or something what to do.
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