Algorithms: F-10 infographic
Algorithms is a core concept that is introduced in Year 1 and continues through to Year band 9-10.
View the poster for your Year band for an explanation of the concept with relevant examples and ‘I can’ statements.
The first poster includes approaches use to teach about algorithms relevant to Years 1-10.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | Foundation, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Professional learning, Whole School |
| Format | Downloadable resources |
| Core and overarching concepts | Algorithms |
| Keywords | flow charts, pseudocode, DT Hub infographic |
| Integrated, cross-curriculum, special needs | Mathematics, English |
| Organisation | Education Services Australia |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated |
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