1. Print Statement

In this session, students will learn about –

● Programming

● Basic blocks in Blockly - Print, Number, Text

Keywords

● Programming: A set of instructions given to the computer to perform a particular task

● Coding: A term for computer programming

● Programming Language: A language which can be used to give instructions to the computer

● Block-based Coding: Instructions are given to the computer using programming blocks

WEBS at a Glance

● Say: What does the word “coding” mean?

● Invite 1 or 2 responses from the students.

● Say: Let’s watch a video together and come up with a definition of “coding” afterwards.

● Show the video “Meet Koi and Newt” on the panel.

● Explain the following concepts -

● Show slides one by one and discuss the blocks shown on the slide in the panel.

● Discuss the Quiz questions given in the Panel.

● Invite answers from as many students as possible.

● Ask the students to complete the Assignment min

● Walk around in the classroom and observe the activity done by the students.

● Conclude: Today, we learned about coding. We were introduced to a block-based coding named Blockly.

● Ask the following probing questions: (Conduct this activity only if the time permits)

■ Do you think a computer would understand my instructions if I gave the instructions in Spanish?

Explanation: No. Spanish is a human language. The computer does not understand Spanish.