Algorithms & Computational Thinking

Students tackle problems using decomposition and abstractions, learn to build solutions with branching, iteration and functions before developing further algorithms with diagrams, flowcharts, structured English and visual programming (using the free Scratch website). We help them collaborate online, provide a number of project ideas and evaluate solutions.

These resources aim to help lower secondary students through the basics of computational thinking and prepare the groundwork for programming projects in a digital environment.

Files: Computational Thinking / Decomposing Problems / Designing an App / A Recipe for Success / Sequencing / Branching / Iteration / Functions / Inputs and Outputs / Pseudocode / Flowcharts / Evaluating Solutions / Collaborating on Concepts / Collaborating on a Wiki / Scratch Programming / Mazes / Newsletter / Searching / Sorting

Includes full answers + all Access databases and spreadsheets developed along the way. The premium packages include the fixed PDF files as well as the editable Word versions (great for teacher editing or student answers).

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