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In Term 1, Stage 3 Red started the year by exploring how computers work and computational thinking. We began by discussing the difference between software and hardware. To explore computer hardware, we looked inside a computer tower. Several computer towers were opened up and set up around the room. The students worked in small groups to identify the different components inside the computer. They were very excited to see and touch each of the pieces of hardware and learn about their function in the computer.
In Term 1, Stage 3 Red started the year by exploring how computers work and computational thinking. We began by discussing the difference between software and hardware. To explore computer hardware, we looked inside a computer tower. Several computer towers were opened up and set up around the room. The students worked in small groups to identify the different components inside the computer. They were very excited to see and touch each of the pieces of hardware and learn about their function in the computer.
Once the students were comfortable with some of the different types of computer hardware, we explored binary code. Binary code is a code used in digital computers in which there are only two possible states, off and on. This is usually symbolised by 0 and 1.
Once the students were comfortable with some of the different types of computer hardware, we explored binary code. Binary code is a code used in digital computers in which there are only two possible states, off and on. This is usually symbolised by 0 and 1.
The students loved creating secret messages using binary code to represent letters. Stage 3 excitedly swapped their codes with a partner and raced to work out the secret words by deciphering the binary code. Some students even started working out binary place value to work out how to represent numbers using binary code.
The students loved creating secret messages using binary code to represent letters. Stage 3 excitedly swapped their codes with a partner and raced to work out the secret words by deciphering the binary code. Some students even started working out binary place value to work out how to represent numbers using binary code.
Students used this alphabet to binary chart to create their words. This decoder key was taken from code.org at the following web address: https://code.org/curriculum/course2/14/Activity14-BinaryBracelets.pdf
Students then created on and off pictures using binary code. In partners, students sat back to back whilst one student created an on and off picture using black and white squares. This student then had to give instructions to their partner so that they could recreate the picture without seeing it. This was a great example of how computers transmit data and how important it is for instructions to be clear and accurate.
Students then created on and off pictures using binary code. In partners, students sat back to back whilst one student created an on and off picture using black and white squares. This student then had to give instructions to their partner so that they could recreate the picture without seeing it. This was a great example of how computers transmit data and how important it is for instructions to be clear and accurate.
Students across Stage 3 then explored the Makey Makey. The Makey Makey is an invention kit that allows you to take everyday objects and combine them with a computer. By attaching alligator clips to any conductive materials, you are able to control the keyboard and the click of a mouse. Have a look at the following video to learn more about the Makey Makey.
Students across Stage 3 then explored the Makey Makey. The Makey Makey is an invention kit that allows you to take everyday objects and combine them with a computer. By attaching alligator clips to any conductive materials, you are able to control the keyboard and the click of a mouse. Have a look at the following video to learn more about the Makey Makey.
To introduce the students to the Makey Makey, Mrs RIlatt created 12 different stations that showcased how the Makey Makey can be used to interact with different programs on a computer. The students were so excited to engage with each activity and were eager to discuss what they had discovered at each station.
To introduce the students to the Makey Makey, Mrs RIlatt created 12 different stations that showcased how the Makey Makey can be used to interact with different programs on a computer. The students were so excited to engage with each activity and were eager to discuss what they had discovered at each station.
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