<p>This is free introductory lesson, designed for year 7.<br /> It introduces them to the idea of good file management.<br /> Topics covered in the lesson include …</p> <ul> <li>File Types</li> <li>Creating Folders and Subfolders to organise work</li> <li>File Extensions</li> </ul> <p>There are a range of online activities, revision games and printable activities to support this lesson, along with a PowerPoint and other teacher resources.</p> <p>Some online activities require learners to create an online account. Teachers will need to create an online account to access the PowerPoint and other teaching materials.</p> <p>Get all the learner and teacher resources here …<br /> <a href="https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=53" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=53</a></p>

<p>This is a set of lessons written for Year 7 using micro:bits for physical computing. Lessons included are …</p> <ul> <li>Embedded Computers</li> <li>Parts of the micro:bit</li> <li>micro:bit Algorithms (including the use of flowcharts)</li> <li>Sequence Selection and Iteration</li> </ul> <p>There are a number of practical micro:bit game challenges included in the lesson, including …</p> <ul> <li>Step Counter</li> <li>Snakes and Ladders</li> <li>Rock Paper Scissors</li> <li>Reaction Timer</li> <li>Timed Target</li> </ul> <p>Learners can access all the materials online and there are lesson resources, PowerPoints and teacher resources which can be used as well. Lesson quizzes and an end of mission assessment is also included.</p> <p>Learners can earn badges by completing different lessons, challenges and lesson quizzes and can download a certificate when they complete the mission assessment.</p> <p>Learners will need an online account to access and use some of the resources. Teachers will need an online account to access the teaching resources and PowerPoints.</p> <p><a href="https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=34" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=34</a></p>

<p>Help your learners build their programming skills with Python with my new Python Programming mission, written for Year 9 Learners.<br /> <a href="https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=50" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=50</a></p> <p>Your learners can earn XP Points &amp; badges as they complete different parts of the mission and a certificate when when they complete the whole mission and pass the assessment.</p> <p>This mission covers …<br /> Algorithm design using flow charts and pseudocode<br /> A review of basic Python commands<br /> A review of logical and syntax errors<br /> Managing and using lists<br /> Selection and boolean operators<br /> Data types and casting<br /> While and for loops</p> <p>Included in this mission …<br /> Learner mini website<br /> Assessment questions<br /> Programming activities<br /> Lesson quizzes<br /> Teacher PowerPoints<br /> Revision Games<br /> End of mission assessment<br /> XP Points<br /> Badges<br /> Mission certificate</p>

<p>This unit contains 5 lessons, written for year 7. It covers encryption and decryption, looking at the work of Alan Turing during World War 2. Lessons included are …</p> <ul> <li>What is encryption?</li> <li>Substitution ciphers</li> <li>The life of Alan Turing</li> <li>The Enigma Machine and the Bombe</li> <li>Build an Enigma Machine</li> </ul> <p>There are a variety of online learner activities, printable activities and teacher / lesson resources including PowerPoints and lesson plans. Teachers will need to create an online account to access the PowerPoints and other lesson resources. Learners will need an online account to access and complete some of the activities. There is also a set of revision games, online lesson quizzes and an assessment which they can complete at the end of the mission.</p> <p>Learners can earn badges as they progress through the lessons and can take an online assessment at the end of the mission to earn a certificate.</p> <p><a href="https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=41" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://itslearning365.com/portalv4/course/view.php?id=41</a></p>