Lesson 6
Computer systems 2
Introduction
Students showcase their understanding of the BBC micro:bit by creating a short explainer video including what they have learnt about computer systems, programming and computational thinking.
Learning objectives
- To plan and create a short explainer video about micro:bit
- To follow criteria and use criteria to evaluate
- To review and evaluate learning
You will need
Downloadable resources:
- Lesson plan
- Lesson slides
- Student handouts
- video planning sheet
- video evaluation
Other resources:
Video cameras (optional), screen recording software (optional), microphones (optional), headphones
Quick links
Lessons created in partnership with Nominet
Lesson plan
1. Introduction: 30 second challenge (5 minutes)
2. Explainer video planning (10 minutes)
3. Explainer video creation (30 minutes)
4. Showcase (10 minutes)
5. Wrap up (5 minutes)
Extension ideas
Differentiation
Opportunities for assessment
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