SciGirls: Code Concert--Identify and Define

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

4

Overview

Before entering their code in Processing, the SciGirls write out their code in plain English, a process known as pseudocode. The girls will define pseudocode. This video can be played to introduce a lesson in pseudocode.

Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 4

DLCS18.4.6

Define a simple pseudocode.

UP:DLCS18.4.6

Vocabulary

  • psuedocode

Knowledge

Students know:
  • the characteristics of a simple pseudocode.
  • the purpose of pseudocode.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • define a simple psuedocode.
  • identify simple psuedocode.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • a simple pseudocode is code for programs before it is actually converted into a specific programming language or simply a set of steps.

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

PBS

License Type

CUSTOM

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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