How Do Computer Programs Use Variables?

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

Overview

Computer programs use variables to store information.

Variables could be used to store the score in a game, the number of cars in a car park or the cost of items on a till. They work in a similar way to algebra, where a letter in your code can stand for a number.

Through informational text and video, students will explore many ways computers use variables.

Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 5

DLCS18.5.7
Identify variables.

Vocabulary

variable

Knowledge

Students know:

a variable is a factor in a program or problem that is likely to change.
how to identify variables.

Skills

Students are able to:

identify variables.

Understanding

Students understand that:

variables are a part of an algorithm or problem that are likely to change.

CR Resource Type

Informational Material

Resource Provider

BBC

License Type

Custom

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/articles/zw3dwmn

Custom License Type (URL)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/

Accessibility

Text Resources: Content is organized under headings and subheadings

Approved Date

2019-07-02

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