Potentiometer

Students are introduced to variables using the power automaton. CreatorJan Pawlowski, Martin IdzikSubjectComputer science, mathLength45 minutesPedagogical ApproachCollaborative learningCompetencesData, programmingGradesFrom 3rd gradeTechnologiesMIT AppInventor (a user account must be set up for this, PC or tablet is required for use), Potency Machine worksheet. 1. Introduction: The teacher introduces the concept of variables and explains it using theContinueContinue reading “Potentiometer”

Merge Cube 1

Using an augmented reality model of planet Earth, students learn about the different layers that make up our planet. CreatorJan Pawlowski, Martin IdzikSubjectComputer science, geographyLength45 minutesPedagogical ApproachExplorative learningCompetencesNew technologies, attitudes, social skillsGradesElementary school, 3rd – 5th gradeTechnologiesWorksheet Merge Cube 1 , Merge Cube, Object Viewer App, Tablet or Smartphone 1. Introduction: The teacher briefly introducesContinueContinue reading “Merge Cube 1”

What is artificial intelligence?

To introduce students to the topic using simple examples. Students should think about what artificial intelligence is and what impact it could have. CreatorJan Pawlowski, Martin IdzikSubjectInformaticsLength45 minutesPedagogical ApproachCollaborative learningCompetencesNew technologiesGrades5th gradeTechnologiesWorksheet: What is artificial intelligence? 1. ContextualizationThe teacher briefly introduces the topic and discusses with the students what types of artificial intelligence they alreadyContinueContinue reading “What is artificial intelligence?”

Introduction to Arrays

The aim of the learning unit is to explain the use of arrays to the students and to try them out. CreatorJan Pawlowski, Martin IdzikSubjectInformaticsLength45 minutesPedagogical ApproachExplorative learningCompetencesStudents should understand:How arrays are constructedWhat operations are possibleWhat arrays can be used forData types, generalizationGradesElementary school, from grade 3TechnologiesWorksheet: Arrays 1 Worksheet, Arrays 2 Worksheet, Arrays 3ContinueContinue reading “Introduction to Arrays”

Computer driver’s license

The computer driving license tests basic computer operation skills, such as opening programs and writing. CreatorJan Pawlowski, Martin IdzikSubjectInformaticsLength45 minutesPedagogical ApproachProblem based learningCompetencesComputer useGradesStudents aged 7-12.TechnologiesWorksheetsExercise: Computer driving license class 3 – Exercise https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y4HV6HdcOYvqxGIzy4rB2BmqMK7QokrZ9EwX02WlzGA/editComputer Driving License Template: Computer Driving License Level 1 Contextualization: Teachers briefly introduce why students should test their basic skills. Elaboration: TheContinueContinue reading “Computer driver’s license”

 “Estimate Trees”

Main Idea :This learning scenario introduces the concept of decomposition: how to divide a problem into several smaller ones so that they are easier to solve. This addresses a specific problem, the determination of the number of trees as well as damaged trees. CreatorsJan Pawlowski, Idzik MartinSubjectGeography: dealing with mapsBiology: forest, trees, tree diseases /ContinueContinue reading ” “Estimate Trees””