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    Scratch 3.0 tutorial

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    This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions to support the learning of Scratch, a visual programming language. The tutorial is designed for educators who would like to learn how to use Scratch.

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    Curzon & Bell et al. review: Computational thinking

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    This article explores the concept of computational thinking within computer science learning and in relation to other learning areas. The authors assert that because of its focus on analysis, computational thinking is not only suitable for computation but also the development of systems-based on computation.

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    Kim review: Systems thinking

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    This article explores the types of systems in our world, their characteristics and how our behaviour can initiate and respond to changes in their performance. The author differentiates between systems thinking and a system and elaborates on those factors that contribute to systemic behaviour.

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    DTiF Classroom Exploring AI in the Classroom: Activity discussion

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    Digital Technologies in Focus curriculum officers discuss a lesson about Artificial Intelligence with Simon Collier and a student.

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    Expert webinar video: Russell Scott - Vortals: Augmented reality, virtual reality, 2D, 3D and game design lessons

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    Russell Scott, Co-Founder of multimedia design company Vortals, demonstrates some of the ways he teaches students about augmented reality, virtual reality, 2D, 3D and game design.

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    Computational thinking cut out cards

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    This set of printable cards provides definitions of six aspects of computational thinking.

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    Classroom ideas: exploring digital technologies through shopping: years 3-6

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    This PDF demonstrates how using concepts derived from age-appropriate content, combined with multiple points of entry to and exit from a shopping-related task might remove barriers to learning. Students engage in purposeful and authentic open-ended explorations that require critical and creative thinking and incorporate ...

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    Expert webinar video: Andrew Harris - Lead Teacher, Agricultural Education, Hagley Farm Primary School

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    Andrew Harris from the Hagley Farm School in Tasmania shares ways in which the school is teaching Digital Technologies and its meaningful use in agriculture . For example, Andrew provides examples of ways students learn about digital systems and data collection.

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    Mossman State School – Project proposal

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    This PDF outlines Mossman State School's proposal to participate in the Digital Technologies in Focus project.

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    Australian Curriculum: Digital Technologies Years F-6 achievement standards and aligned content descriptions on a page

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    This PDF presents content descriptions and achievement standards for the Digital Technologies subject in the Australian Curriculum

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    Professional learning workshops

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    This webpage provides details of ten workshops that focus on understanding and implementing the Australian Curriculum: Digital Technologies. The workshops are provided for Digital Technologies in Focus project schools and, where possible, schools not involved in the project.

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    Ciphering a sentence

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    A cipher is a message that has been written in such a way (encoded) that it is unreadable by others. In this lesson, students will use mapping to encode a sentence. Students will work with a partner to create an algorithm that describes the encryption process. They will also examine encoded and decoded messages to recognize ...

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    Water Water everywhere!

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    In this lesson, students are presented with the challenging problem of measuring a volume of water using containers that are not the exact measurement size. Students will decompose a complex problem into discrete steps, design an algorithm for solving the problem, and evaluate solution efficiencies and optimization in a ...

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    Mossman State School

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    Mossman State School is a government school located in Mossman, Queensland, on the Traditional Lands of the Kuku Yalanji Peoples. Beth Claydon is the curriculum officer who works directly with the school to support the implementation of the Australian Curriculum: Digital Technologies. Teachers at the school have chosen ...

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    Teaching and supporting project management in the F-6 classroom

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    This PDF gives educators an overview of what project management is and ideas on how they can implement project management skills in the F-6 classroom.

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    Scratch 2.0 tutorial

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    This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions to support the learning of Scratch, a visual programming language. The tutorial is designed for educators who would like to learn how to use Scratch.

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    Assessment resources

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    Browse assessment resources.

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    Computational thinking poster

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    This infographic provides an overview overview of the concepts related to computational thinking.

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    Easterbrook review: Systems thinking and Computational thinking

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    This article explores how the relationship between systems thinking and computational thinking would provide a conceptual basis for transformational change – change that considers the social and environmental impact of technology.

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    Voskoglou & Buckley review: Problem solving and computational thinking

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    This article explores the relationship between computational and critical thinking as it applies to solving technological problems. Research evidence derived from classroom experiments strongly suggests that using computers to solve problems enhances students’ abilities in solving real-world problems involving mathematical ...

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