Introduce: Synchronization

Lesson Overview

Students will be introduced to the computer science concept of synchronization through plugged and unplugged activities. A variety of activities are included below to provide the teacher with choice around best supporting their students' comprehension of this concept.

Agenda

⭐️ Introduce: Use the pages in the Green Workbook to introduce students to synchronization. (5-10 min.)
🤖 Engage: Select from the activities below to engage students in learning about synchronization and what they do in computer programs. (35-50 min.)
📓 Reflect: (5 min.)

Materials

varies, based on the activities selected below
Green Level Student Workbooks, pp. 14-15
- English / Spanish

Full Lesson Plan

Unplugged Activity:

Learn about synchronization using this unplugged activity.

Synchronization in Scratch:

xxx

Synchronization with Dash and Dot

Explore synchronization using Dash and Dot robots with these Challenge Cards.

Synchronization in Code Studio

xxx

Vocabulary

synchronization: coordinating actions between different sprites

Standards

CA CSS 3-5.AP.12 Create programs that include events, loops, and conditionals.
CA CSS 3-5.AP.17 Test and debug a program or algorithm to ensure it accomplishes the intended task.
CA CSS 3-5.AP.18 Perform different roles when collaborating with peers during the design, implementation, and review stages of program development.