Year 5 - Computing
Design physical projects that include selection
Exploring selection in physical computing
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will use physical computing to explore the concept of selection. Pupils will use conditions to control the flow of a program. They will make use of their knowledge of repetition when introduced to the concept of selection and write programs that utilise this concept.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to design a physical project that includes selection.
Key Notes
- Conditions and actions can be seen in real-life examples.
- A detailed drawing can be a helpful part of a plan.
- Designs can help when writing programming projects.
Vocabulary To Learn
- repetition: part of a program where one or more commands are run multiple times in a loop
- condition: a statement that can be either True or False
- selection: part of a program where if a condition is met, then a set of commands is run
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Selection is only used for turning things on and off.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Conditions and actions can be seen in real-life examples. A detailed drawing can be a helpful part of a plan.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'repetition'
part of a program where one or more commands are run multiple times in a loop. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Selection is only used for turning things on and off. Correction: Selection can be used for different actions, such as changing speed, colour, or sound.
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