Code with Micropets with Arm

Building Blocks Students will gain:
A basic understanding of coding and a level of computer literacy

Curriculum Links Students will be working scientifically to:
– Design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling or simulating physical systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller parts.
– Use sequence, selection, and repetition in programs; work with variables and various forms of input and output.
– Use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and correct errors in algorithms and programs.
– Understand computer networks including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the world wide web; and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration.
– Use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked, and be discerning in evaluating digital content.
– Select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information.
– Use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact.

Beyond the curriculum Students will have the opportunity to:
– Can use the makecode program at home and use the on-screen emulator instead of having to buy a micro:bit.

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