In this dynamic and engaging Year 3 coding course, students will dive into the programming world using fun and interactive platforms, Minecraft education edition and Microbits that combine creativity with coding. Through hands-on projects, they’ll design unique structures, solve challenges, and bring their ideas to life. This course fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork, providing a fun introduction to coding and digital literacy.
Inputs and Outputs:
Program buttons and sensors to trigger actions using basic "if... then" instructions.
Animations:
Explore sequences, loops, and events through fun activities.Create simple interactive animations.
Forever Loops:
Use loops to repeat actions continuously, automating processes within projects.
Algorithms and Sequencing:
Understand the basics of coding by creating step-by-step instructions
Conditionals and Operators:
For more complex decision-making, learn to control actions with "if... then" statements and operators.
Events, Variables and Functions:
Explore how to use events to trigger actions, store data with variables, and simplify code with functions.
Set up a quiet, well-lit, clutter-free space with a comfortable chair and desk. Ensure your device is charged, test sound with headphones or speakers, and have a stable internet connection.