Computational thinking

What is computational thinking?

• It allows you to break down a large / complex problem into smaller parts.
• It is thinking like a robot
• It is being able to bake a cake.
• It is creating a coding solution to a problem.

What is an algorithm?

• A sequence of instructions on how to solve a problem.
• The breaking down of a problem into smaller parts.
• Focusing on important parts and ignoring the irrelevant details
• The recipe for a cake

What is a flowchart?

• A visual representation of an algorithm using symbols
• Using 'fake code' to plan an algorithm
• Using a programming language to show an algorithm
• Uisng different types of charts to show an algorithm

Why do we need to think computationally?

• To help us to program

• To help us to think like a computer

• To help us solve complex problems more easily

What is computational thinking?

• Giving instructions to a computer

• Using a set of techniques and approaches to help to solve problems

• Thinking like a computer - in binary

Which of the following is NOT an example of computational thinking?

• Planning what to collect and where to exit to complete a video game level

• Accidentally completing a video game level

• Planning how to beat your enemies in a video game level

Which of the following is NOT an example of computational thinking?

• Letting the bossiest friend decide where you should all go

• Considering the different options carefully before deciding upon the best one.

• Discussing with your friends how much time and money you have before choosing from a shortlist of places

What is a complex problem?

• A problem that, at first, is not easy to solve

• A problem that, at first, is not easy to solve or to understand

• A problem that, at first, is not easy to understand

What type of logic gate is this table showing?

• AND

• OR

• NOT

What will the circuit's output be?

• 1

• 0