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 |
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Content type | Lesson ideas |
Format | Document |
Core and overarching concepts | Implementation (programming) |
Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
AC9TDI6P05
Implement algorithms as visual programs involving control structures, variables and input |
Technologies & Programming Languageās | Scratch |
Keywords | algorithms, implementation, visual programming, Scratch, DTIF, DTiF, dtif, ACARA |
Organisation | Australian Government Department of Education and Training |
Copyright | Australian Government Department of Education and Training, CC BY 4.0 |
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