Lesson 2
Art algorithms
Introduction
In this ‘unplugged’ lesson, pupils recap their understanding of algorithms before writing their own algorithms to show how they created their nature representations in lesson 1 of the 'Nature art' unit.
Learning objectives
- To know and understand what algorithms are
- To write algorithms with clear instructions
- To test and debug algorithms
You will need
Downloadable resources:
- Lesson plan
- Lesson slides
- Student handouts
- Algorithm word bank
- Algorithm support sheet
Other resources:
Paper - large sheets, student work from previous lesson
Quick links
Lesson plan
Introduction: Recapping Representations (5 minutes)
Constructing Algorithms (20 minutes)
Paired Algorithmic Writing (20 minutes)
Reviewing Algorithms (15 minutes)
Extension ideas
Differentiation
Opportunities for assessment
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