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Lesson 3: Programming a pedometer

Exploring how input, variables and conditions are used to control real-world digital devices.
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Image showing code for the micro:bit that checks the temperature

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Explain that the children will compare two different code blocks from MakeCode. Display the Presentation: What is the difference? Arrange the children in pairs and read the question aloud.

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In this unit

Assessment – Computing Y5: Programming 2: *New* BBC micro:bitLesson 1: Tinkering with BBC micro:bitLesson 2: Programming an animation
Lesson 3: Programming a pedometer
Lesson 4: Using the temperature sensorLesson 4: Programming a scoreboardLesson 5: Debug and evaluate
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