Tutorial: Scratch
Scratch is a visual programming language that uses graphic elements (or blocks) rather than just text to translate logic. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions and images to support the learning of this visual programming language. The tutorial is designed for educators who would like to learn how to use Scratch.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 5-6 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Lesson ideas |
| Format | Document |
| Core and overarching concepts | Implementation (programming) |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
ACTDIP020
Implement digital solutions as simple visual programs involving branching, iteration (repetition), and user input |
| Technologies & Programming Languages | Python |
| Keywords | algorithms, implementation, visual programming, Scratch, DTIF, DTiF, dtif, ACARA |
| Organisation | Australian Government Department of Education |
| Copyright | Australian Government Department of Education, CC BY 4.0 |
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