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UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO CODING BASICS
Duration: 4-6 weeks
A. WHAT IS CODING?
1. Definition and Basic Concepts
- Coding is giving instructions to computers
- How computers understand instructions
- Basic coding terminology
- Importance of coding in daily life
2. Coding Elements
- Commands
- Sequences
- Programs
- Algorithms
B. BLOCK-BASED PROGRAMMING
1. Introduction to Visual Programming
- Understanding coding blocks
- Types of blocks
- How blocks connect
- Creating simple sequences
2. Basic Commands
- Movement blocks (up, down, left, right)
- Action blocks (jump, turn, stop)
- Sound blocks
- Color and effect blocks
C. PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES
1. Activity 1: "My First Program"
- Create a simple sequence
- Make a character move
- Add basic actions
- Test and run program
2. Activity 2: "Pattern Making"
- Create repeating patterns
- Use different blocks
- Make shapes
- Add colors
D. HANDS-ON EXERCISES
1. Exercise 1: "Moving Through a Maze"
Students will:
- Plan the path
- Select correct blocks
- Create movement sequence
- Test and debug
2. Exercise 2: "Simple Animation"
Students will:
- Choose characters
- Add movements
- Include sounds
- Create simple story
E. LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of Unit 1, students should:
1. Understand basic coding concepts
2. Create simple block sequences
3. Execute basic programs
4. Solve simple coding problems
F. ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES
1. Practical Assessment
- Create a simple program
- Solve basic coding challenges
- Debug simple sequences
2. Understanding Check
- Basic terminology quiz
- Block identification
- Simple problem-solving
G. TEACHING RESOURCES
Required Materials:
1. Computers/tablets
2. Block coding software
3. Activity worksheets
4. Visual aids
Teaching Methods:
1. Demonstration
2. Guided practice
3. Pair programming
4. Individual work
H. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
1. Challenge Tasks:
- Create longer sequences
- Add multiple characters
- Include more actions
- Design own challenges
2. Creative Projects:
- Story animation
- Simple game
- Digital art
- Music sequence
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