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Conditional statements
This lesson introduces the Logic blocks such as 'If...then' and 'If...then...else'. Students practice skills of creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Lesson objectives
Students will...
- Understand what conditional statements are, and why and when to use them in a program.
- Learn how to use the Logic blocks 'If...then' and 'If…then...else'.
- Practice using the Logic blocks so different conditions yield specified outcomes.
- Demonstrate understanding and apply skill by collaborating with classmates to create a game that uses a micro:bit and a program that correctly and effectively uses conditionals.
Lesson structure
- Introduction: Conditionals in daily life
- Unplugged Activity: Red if, green then
- micro:bit Activity: Rock Paper Scissors
- Project: Board game
- Assessment: Rubric for board game project
- Standards: Listed
Lesson plan
- Overview: Conditional statements
- Unplugged: Red light, green light
- Activity: Rock, paper, scissors
- Project: Board game