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Lesson 1: Classroom robots

Exploring how to give clear instructions by role-playing as robots and programmers.

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall:

Before starting this unit, check that the children can recall:

  • Computers follow instructions to complete tasks.

  • Those instructions need to be clear and concise.

  • Computers will complete instructions even if they are incorrect.

  • Humans need to create the instructions for computers to follow.

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