Description
The aim of this lesson is to introduce students to writing their first ever code!
Students will not need to use a computer!
Starter - Which job would you rather do: Formula 1 Driver or a Formula 1 Mechanic?
Introduction to different types of IT users: Formula 1 Driver is the expert user of software while the Mechanic is the creator of the software.
Task 1: Robots and Programmers - Get your Robot to a specific location and back using the given commands.
Main task: Cup stacking - use the symbols available and create the differentiated structures as shown.
For the lesson you will also need:
Plastic cups
Poster paper
Pens to write code
Print out the resource packs for each group of students.
I have used this lesson for students between years 5 and 9, all of which have thoroughly enjoyed it!
***Please leave a review!***
Students will not need to use a computer!
Starter - Which job would you rather do: Formula 1 Driver or a Formula 1 Mechanic?
Introduction to different types of IT users: Formula 1 Driver is the expert user of software while the Mechanic is the creator of the software.
Task 1: Robots and Programmers - Get your Robot to a specific location and back using the given commands.
Main task: Cup stacking - use the symbols available and create the differentiated structures as shown.
For the lesson you will also need:
Plastic cups
Poster paper
Pens to write code
Print out the resource packs for each group of students.
I have used this lesson for students between years 5 and 9, all of which have thoroughly enjoyed it!
***Please leave a review!***
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Description
The aim of this lesson is to introduce students to writing their first ever code!
Students will not need to use a computer!
Starter - Which job would you rather do: Formula 1 Driver or a Formula 1 Mechanic?
Introduction to different types of IT users: Formula 1 Driver is the expert user of software while the Mechanic is the creator of the software.
Task 1: Robots and Programmers - Get your Robot to a specific location and back using the given commands.
Main task: Cup stacking - use the symbols available and create the differentiated structures as shown.
For the lesson you will also need:
Plastic cups
Poster paper
Pens to write code
Print out the resource packs for each group of students.
I have used this lesson for students between years 5 and 9, all of which have thoroughly enjoyed it!
***Please leave a review!***
Students will not need to use a computer!
Starter - Which job would you rather do: Formula 1 Driver or a Formula 1 Mechanic?
Introduction to different types of IT users: Formula 1 Driver is the expert user of software while the Mechanic is the creator of the software.
Task 1: Robots and Programmers - Get your Robot to a specific location and back using the given commands.
Main task: Cup stacking - use the symbols available and create the differentiated structures as shown.
For the lesson you will also need:
Plastic cups
Poster paper
Pens to write code
Print out the resource packs for each group of students.
I have used this lesson for students between years 5 and 9, all of which have thoroughly enjoyed it!
***Please leave a review!***
Report this resource to TPT
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great resource
The kids enjoyed using this resource and so did I. Thanks!
Clear formatting and the way you made the slides was visible and easy to understand. Thanks for making it editable too. I was able to add my own style and flair to it with some middle school puns to personalize it . Good job and thank you. Being able to edit things is priceless.
Glad you and your students enjoyed it!
I used this resource for my students when we were unable to use our computers due to technical difficulties. I found that I needed to do a small demonstration before the students really understood what they were supposed to do. Some of my students were more engaged than others in doing this. I was not able to keep them engaged enough to complete the full activity. I am hopeful that I can use the resource again and have them do the more difficult parts of the activity.
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This is a great resource. I will use this frequently.
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I used this with a 7th grade classroom and loved it!
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I used this for an activity. My students enjoyed the activity
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My 8th graders loved this resource. I used it as a team building activity. So many smiles and laughs.
I will use it with my 7th graders when we begin our coding unit.
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We had fun with this at robotics camp. Kids enjoyed coding cup stacks.
Thanks for the great review!
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