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Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Recognise inputs and outputs and that the computer sends and receives information.
- Explain that the parts of a laptop work together and the purpose of each part.
- Explain what an algorithm is.
- Suggest what memory is for inside a computer.
- Make comparisons between different types of computer.
Suggested prior learning
Computing systems and networks 1: What is a computer?
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Lessons
Lesson 1: Inputs and outputs
Lesson 2: Building a paper laptop
Lesson 3: Following instructions
Lesson 4: Computer memory
Lesson 5: Dismantling a tablet
Key skills
- Understanding what
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Key knowledge
- To know
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Key vocabulary
algorithm
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Equipment list
Equipment needed across all lessons in this unit.
This list does not include equipment which is usually readily available in the classroom (e.g pencils, A4 paper etc)
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Quantities marked × will update. Items without quantities are unaffected
- Sketchpad
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A desktop computer (You ideally want a desktop computer to show the children the keyboard, mouse and screen connections.)
- A4 paper ×30
- String
- Post-it notes ×5
- Coloured pens ×30
- Devices to scan QR codes ×8
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Unit resources
Knowledge Organiser: Computing – Y3 Journey inside a computer
Aimed at pupils, a single page which gives key facts and definitions from the unit "Journey inside a computer".
Vocabulary display – Computing Y3: Journey inside a computer
A display version of the key vocabulary from the Journey inside a computer unit.
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