Teaching Computing by Ross Baxter

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2015-09-14 04:46:49 UTC

My Anki (http://ankisrs.net/) flashcards for the course so far. Anki is free flashcard software that runs on Windows, Mac, mobile, in browser, plus Debian and Fedora-based Linux distros & syncs across the above. Download the .deb, don't use Ubuntu's repo!

2015-09-14 16:29:53 UTC

Algorithm

I quite like this visual representation (from http://barefootcas.org.uk/sample-resources/algorithms/making-toast-algorithm/)

Fast Fact - End of Lesson Example

2015-09-14 20:35:44 UTC

Using some keywords from the glossary, this is an example of how I would use it in lessons - e.g. in the lesson I cover algorithms for the first time, I would issue the Fast Fact 1 and the next lesson, either verbally or in writing I would assess them on it.

Keyword Allocation Example

2015-09-14 20:37:42 UTC

I use this strategy at the beginning of units for the keywords used throughout the unit. Rather than constantly repeating myself, I allocate a keyword and definition to students and they learn and share with the class as required. Increases student ownership in lesson.

Friendship Algorithm

james_bettany — 2015-09-16 15:28:45 UTC

Here's a good introduction to the concept of algorithms. I follow it up by asking my students to map out an activity of their choice in the same way. Responses range from sandwich making to chatting up a potential partner- they are undergrads mainly!

Computing Vocabulary

mabealfe — 2015-09-16 15:57:12 UTC

Computing Vocabulary: Input

2015-09-17 10:06:47 UTC

Inspired to create a poster describing input - with elements to extend discussion.

Boolean (binary) logic

2015-09-17 20:48:07 UTC

somebody asked about boolean logic. This is something I did in scratch a while back to illustrate logical statements (conditionals). Each logical statement is a boolean statement, i.e. can either be true or false. Boolean variables or boolean statements, are those that can take one of two values: true or False. they can be combined to give other results that are also either true or false. OK, the slides don't mention boolean, but they could if they were tweaked a bit.

ldmkhonza — 2015-09-18 09:44:47 UTC

Programs, Functions, Inputs and Outputs.

2015-09-18 12:02:44 UTC

Jumper Factory (Program), Shave Sheep and Knit Jumper (Functions) Plenty of additional Functions and sub Functions required in the wool processing. Its Shaun the sheep.

What is a computer?

2015-09-18 12:26:42 UTC

COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE

2015-09-18 12:27:33 UTC

Hierarchy of computer memories

2015-09-18 12:28:03 UTC

Types of computers

do00ardu — 2015-09-18 12:38:37 UTC

Typing Fun

fionabaylissedu — 2015-09-19 10:12:24 UTC

Practice typing speed and spelling through play.

Creative Computing

Jojo_ — 2015-09-19 10:36:47 UTC

I have found some really useful tools and ideas for getting a year group with limited digital literacy/computing skills into computing in a fun way: http://scratched.gse.harvard.edu/guide/

Simple yet effective!

2015-09-19 13:28:14 UTC

The parts of a computer:

The Central Processing Unit:
- (CPU),
- Buses,
- Ports and controllers,
- ROM;
Main Memory (RAM);
Input Devices;
Output Devices;
Secondary Storage;
- floppy disks,
- hard disk,
- CD-ROM

Boolean logic...

2015-09-20 15:37:58 UTC

Craft Computers

jfoster39_209 — 2015-09-20 16:42:10 UTC

A kickstarter that never quite kick started. A PDF computer that children can make to explore the hardware that goes inside real computers.

http://www.inpractice.org

Skills for the Future

2015-09-20 18:39:30 UTC

Ways in which a teacher in the 21st Century needs to have a good grasp of technology to help develop the minds of the future.

This is a site I have used with my computing students yr7-11 so they can see the visual side of Python.

2015-09-20 19:38:19 UTC

www.codecombat.com

2015-09-21 08:04:06 UTC

Data Processing Cycle Lesson

2015-09-21 11:44:11 UTC

Computing Glossary

Computer Glossary Activity Ideas

2015-09-21 11:47:33 UTC

Computer Glossary

2015-09-21 11:49:55 UTC

This could be used at the start of a lesson to check vocabulary as a whole class activity. Or make a set of cards to create matching game. more ideas on title slide.

Keyword posters found on www.computingatschool.org.uk/ resources section.

lisebosher — 2015-09-21 14:29:42 UTC

Diana Angelova

d_h_angelova — 2015-09-22 12:43:47 UTC

Every lesson has perfect illustration, a tutorial videos and some ready to assign exercises and a quiz

Debugging example

2015-09-22 18:34:49 UTC

The slide shows a modification to the built-in example in Scratch. The one on the left works fine - the spinning arrow slows to a stop, but the one on the right does not work very well. The challenge is to understand why! The answer is that floating point numbers will nearly always have decimal parts. E.g. 30.1, which will never get to zero by repeated subtraction of 1.

Organisation of the Hard Drive

2015-09-23 22:44:20 UTC

This worksheet shows how the hard drive is organised, and can help to clear up misconceptions about the storage of information

BBC Schools Radio - Code Crackers

2015-09-27 07:44:05 UTC

Code Crackers! is a fun, audio-extravaganza for 5-7s using drama, music and dance to open up the worlds of digital technology, computers and coding to young children. It fulfils objectives of the new Computing curriculum and links to the BBC’s ‘Year of Code’ and the ‘Make it Digital’ initiative

Adapting Infographics

greycourt — 2015-09-27 16:43:31 UTC

I found an infographic with programming langugaes and their uses which I developed into a Computing Timeline for my classroom was. Below is the Perl example from my set.

Algorithms and Program Flow Control

ssm1 — 2015-10-02 14:39:48 UTC

I have created QR Codes on the display boards so students and find more information out about the specific topic.

These QR codes can be either a video that differentiates the topic or can be a website that will stretch the more able.

Keyword posters with minions

2015-10-07 15:03:06 UTC

A few posters that I have created to brighten my classroom walls. Am working my way through the keywords!

Minion keyword poster

2015-10-07 15:08:17 UTC

Algorithm poster

2015-10-07 15:09:25 UTC

Hardware Display

2015-10-13 11:34:04 UTC