Book Description

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Deliver an exciting computing course for ages 11-14, building on students' existing computing skills and experience whilst demonstrating new concepts, with practice opportunities to ensure progression.

- Recap and activate students' prior knowledge with 'Do you remember?' panels and introduce more advanced skills with 'Challenge yourself!' tasks.

- Allow students to demonstrate their knowledge creatively with engaging end of unit projects that apply skills and concepts in a range of different contexts.

- Develop computational thinking with an emphasis on broadening understanding throughout the activities.

- Provide clear guidance on e-safety with a strong focus throughout.

Contents

Introduction

1 Block it out: Moving from blocks to text

2 Decomposing problems: Creating a smart solution

3 Connections are made: Accessing the Internet

4 The power of data: Using data modelling

5 Living with AI: Digital data

6 Software development: Planning and prototyping

Glossary

Index