Pseudocode algorithms worksheets x 2 - 1. Matching algorithms, 2. Fill in the blanks - Ideal lesson starters, plenaries or homework

Help students win at pseudocode with these low stakes and student friendly starters, plenary or homework activities.

RESOURCE 1:
The pseudocode fill in the blanks activity helps students become familiar with pseudocode by having to complete 3 pseudocode programs. The activity includes use of IF statements, FOR loops and WHILE loops. Ideal for a starter, plenary or homework. Answers included. DOC and PDF file formats provided.

RESOURCE 2:
The pseudocode matching activity helps students become familiar with pseudocode by asking them to match pseudocode programs to their purposes (or explaining them if higher ability). This activity includes use of IF statements, FOR loops, WHILE loops, STRING manipulation, FUNCTIONS and ARRAYS. Lower ability students can do the matching activity and higher ability can provide the purpose rather than match. Files for both included as well as answers. DOC and PDF file formats provided.