Why Digital Technologies?
Digital Technologies gives students a range of skills that allow them to express themselves creatively in ways that we haven't even thought of before.' This 4-minute video provides a persuasive rationale for this learning area. James Curran, Associate Professor, School of IT, University of Sydney provides some practical examples of algorithms.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | Foundation, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Format | Video |
| Core and overarching concepts | Computational thinking |
| Keywords | Rationale, ICT Capabilities, ICT Skills, Authentic learning, Integrated curriculum, James Curran |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons BY 4.0 |
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