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Patterns & delays

Lesson 3 of 5

MakeCode

7-11 yrs

Pupils develop their understanding of the ‘wait’ command, using it in algorithms and micro:bit MakeCode programs and identifying patterns. 

Key learning:

  • To identify solutions to problems
  • To identify patterns
  • To use delays in algorithms and programs

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