Year 2
|
Unit title |
Summary |
Focus |
Autumn 1 |
We are astronauts |
Programming on-screen (Scratch) |
Algorithms as sequences of instructions Convert simple algorithms to programs Predict what a simple program will do Spot and fix (debug) errors in their programs |
Autumn 2 |
We are games testers |
Exploring how computer games work |
Describe carefully what happens in computer games Use logical reasoning to make predictions about what a program will do Test these predictions Be aware of how to use games safely and in balance with other activities |
Spring 1 |
We are photographers |
Taking better photos (Picasa, Pixlr and iphoto app) |
Consider the technical and artistic merits of photographs Use a digital camera or camera app take digital photographs Review and reject images Edit and enhance photographs Select best images to include in a shared portfolio |
Spring 2 |
We are researchers |
Researching a topic |
Work as part of a group Searching for information on the internet Improve note-taking skills through the use of mind mapping Develop presentation skills through creating and delivering a presentation. |
Summer 1 |
We are detectives |
Communicating clues |
Using email, databases E-safety (‘netiquette,’ viruses) Understand that email can be used to communicate Open, compose and send emails Open and listen to audio files Use appropriate language in emails Edit and format text in emails |
Summer 2 |
We are zoologists |
Recording data |
Using online maps GPS systems (their uses, security issues) Sort and classify a group of items by answering questions Collect data using tick charts or tally charts Use simple charting software to produce pictograms and other basic charts Take, edit and enhance photographs Record information on a digital map |