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YEAR 6 - iMICROBIT

You can teach this unit without micro:bits if necessary and use MakeCode's simulator

Details of MakeCode and the simulator are in the plans

If not using micro:bits, omit lesson steps to model using devices or download programs to them


Lesson 1: iAnimate

To understand what a micro:bit is and how it functions as a computer


Lesson 2: iAccelerate


To use the inputs and outputs on a micro:bit


Lesson 3: iCount

To learn how to use variables to create a reaction timer game


Lesson 4: iSense

To use the light and temperature sensors on the micro:bit


Lesson 5: iPlay

To create a game using inputs, variables, and logic 


Lesson 6: iDevelop

To modify existing code to develop a different program


Pupil progress can be assessed using knowledge organisers and end-of-unit guidance; which can be fed in to pupil progress trackers.