F-2: Sequences: An intro to algorithms
Students begin to develop their design skills by conceptualising algorithms as a sequence of steps or procedures for carrying out instructions to solve problems or achieve certain things.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | F-2 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Scope and sequence |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Algorithms |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
ACTDIK001
Recognise and explore digital systems (hardware and software components) for a purpose
ACTDIP004
Follow, describe and represent a sequence of steps and decisions (algorithms) needed to solve simple problems |
| Keywords | computational skills, pre-programming, programming, sequence, scope, Scope and sequence, guided play, kinaesthetic, algorithms |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated. |
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