Learning objective
- To carry out research to develop design criteria.
Success criteria
- I can research (using books or
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National curriculum
Design and technology
Design
Pupils
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Cross-curricular links
Computing
Pupils should be taught to:
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check the children can recall that: In programming, a loop is a code that repeats something repeatedly. A Micro:bit is a pocket-sized, codable computer. An algorithm is a set of instructions to be followed by the computer. Checking code for errors (bugs) is important. A simulator can check the code works…
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could have the keywords from slide 1 written in example sentences and indicated where a familiar word could be replaced (e.g. to observe/watch (monitor) the birds during the cold winter months; could choose one of the animals from the Activity: Animal selector to complete the Activity: Animal research rather than researching using the internet.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could be challenged to include drawings of the animal enclosures and label areas where a device could be attached or placed; could complete the Activity: Project cover (extension) to include images and drawings associated with their chosen animal or a collection of monitoring devices.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: describing what is meant
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Vocabulary definitions
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design criteria
The important rules and features that something must have when being created.
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design brief
A written plan that identifies a problem that needs to be solved.
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Example work
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
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In this unit
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Last update: 25th October, 2024
