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Lesson 1: What is AI?

Exploring the basics of artificial intelligence.

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Before starting this unit, check the children can recall:

  • How search engines work and the process they use to find and rank information.

  • Different reasons why codes are used and how to decode simple messages.

  • Key historical figures in computer science and their contributions.

  • Techniques for making presentations engaging and interesting for an audience.

  • How to use audio editing software to create simple audio adverts with basic edits.

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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 15 April 2026

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