Have fun with flowcharts
Create a flowchart to represent a sequence of (branching) steps and decisions needed to solve a mathematical problem.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 3-4 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Lesson ideas |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Algorithms, Abstraction, Data representation |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
AC9TDI4P02
Follow and describe algorithms involving sequencing, comparison operators (branching) and iteration |
| Keywords | Bee-Bots, directions, sequencing, estimation, counting, Beebot, Bee bots, Beebots, Inclusive education, disability, disabilities |
| Integrated, cross-curriculum, special needs | Mathematics, Critical and creative thinking, Literacy |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated. |
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