Pixels and binary digits
They explain how the image is made up of binary digits that represent each pixel. Students represent 8 colours using binary digits. Teachers assess the student’s demonstrated knowledge/skills using the checklist provided.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 5-6, 7-8 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Assessment task |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Data representation |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated. |
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