E1: Loops - Repeat Until Loops

Description

Level E, Lesson 1: Students will learn how and why to use Repeat Until blocks. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Objectives

  • Identify the differences between Repeat, Repeat Forever, and Repeat Until blocks
  • Differentiate between situations in which a Repeat, Repeat Forever, or Repeat Until block should be used
  • Use Repeat Until blocks to revise code and complete coding challenges in an iterative process
  • Construct an original program using a Repeat Until block

Curriculum Connections Summary

  • Ontario - Mathematics - Algebra (Coding)
  • British Columbia - ADST
  • Alberta - ICT
  • Nova Scotia - ICT


 

Robots and Accessories

Other Supplies

  • Projector or interactive display with mirroring capability
  • Pencils
  • (optional) Challenge Cards: E 1.1, E 1.2, E 1.3
  • (optional) 1 dry erase marker per group
  • (optional) access to Twitter and Instagram
  • Tablets - See Tablet Compatibility

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