Description

Every task that we complete involves a series of steps in a particular order. In this lesson, students will learn that Dash and Dot also complete tasks in this way, using the algorithms that we give them.

Objective

• Understand the term algorithm and relate computer algorithms to everyday tasks
• Break down a problem into meaningful steps or instructions, in the correct order
• Write a series of steps to complete a task or event

Lesson Procedure

• Class 1: Does Order Matter? (25 minutes)
  
• Class 2: Make and Follow an Algorithm (30 minutes)
  
• Class 3: Obstacle Course Design Challenge (40 - 60 minutes)

Curriculum Connections Summary

• Ontario - Mathematics - Algebra (Coding) & Language
• Quebec - Mathematics
• New Brunswick - Mathematics & Science
• Nova Scotia - Language & ICT
• Alberta - Language & ICT
• British Columbia - Language & ADST
• Manitoba - Language
• Prince Edward Island - Language
• Saskatchewan - Language
• Newfoundland & Labrador - Language
• Yukon Territories - Follow's B.C.'s Curriculum
• Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
• Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum