Computational Thinking & Coding - Test #1

Which of these statements is NOT TRUE?

• Computational Thinking means learning to think like a computer

• Computational Thinking helps you to solve problems

• Computational Thinking can be used in "real life" situations as well

• Computational Thinking combines different techniques, such as pattern recognition and algorithm design

Define ABSTRACTION

• Breaking a task into smaller tasks.

• Drawing a map to show how to reach a destination.

• Creating step by step instructions.

• Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Define DECOMPOSITION

• Breaking a task into smaller tasks.

• Looking for similarities and trends.

• A sequence of instructions.

• Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.

Define PATTERN RECOGNITION.

• A sequence of instructions.

• Looking for similarities and trends.

• Breaking a task into smaller tasks.

• Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.

Define ALGORITHM DESIGN

• Breaking a task into smaller tasks.

• Looking for similarities and trends.

• A sequence of instructions.

• Deciding what computer to use.

What is this FLOWCHART symbol called?

• Terminator

• Decision

• Process

• Input/Output

What is this FLOWCHART symbol called?

• Terminator

• Decision

• Process

• Input/Output

What is this FLOWCHART symbol called?

• Terminator

• Decision

• Process

• Input/Output

What is the OUTPUT if the user enters "YES"?

• Leave umbrella at home.

• Take an umbrella.

Why are these icons a good use of abstraction?

• They tell us what they mean without needing to use the name

• They are difficult to understand

• They don't explain what they are