S2 Computing
S2 Computing
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2025-2026
SEPTEMBER
Binary
Binary
We will study how to write text with Binary, how to count in Binary and how to add and substract in Binary.
What are binary numbers?
What are binary numbers?
How are they used in a computer? In images? In text? In sounds?
How to use binary numbers?
How to use binary numbers?
How to count in binary? How to add and substract in binary?
In Computing we focus on 5 main skills:
In Computing we focus on 5 main skills:
In Computing, we study a wide range of different topics. Most of them will include each of these skills while others will concentrate on one or two of them mainly.
In Computing, we study a wide range of different topics. Most of them will include each of these skills while others will concentrate on one or two of them mainly.
Coding skills
Coding skills
Completing a code.
Writing a code according to requirements.
Checking a tag spelling.
Correcting an incorrect code.
Modifying a code.
Pairing-up an output with the code.
Highlighting coding errors.
Content knowledge
Content knowledge
Knowing the names of computer parts.
Learning how a computer work.
Knowing the names of important people in computing.
Remembering the process of coding or testing.
Computational Thinking
Computational Thinking
Understanding the logic of a computer.
Being able to detail steps for a code.
Correcting a process that is not working well.
Integrating feedback into your projects.
Isolating incorrect processes.
Numeracy
Numeracy
Using maths in a real computing context.
Understanding values relating to computers.
Applying logical principles to computing problems.
Understanding how data is used and how it relates to computing.
Literacy
Literacy
Understanding a problem in a context of computing.
Being able to write appropriate answers to questions.
Understanding the cause, effect and consequences of computational principles.
Using the appropriate words and constructions when explaining processes.
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