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    Decoding Coding Vocabulary

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    Subject: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)

    Lesson Length: 15 - 20 mins

    Topic: STEM; Coding

    Grade Level: 4, 5

    Standards / Framework:

    Brief Description: In this lesson, students will demonstrate their knowledge of key coding vocabulary.

    Know Before You Start: Students should be familiar with some of the key coding vocabulary.

    Hook:

    • Read and discuss the sample comic. Can students identify the coding term being referred to?

    Activity:

    • Students will have a choice of key coding vocabulary words to define, e.g., command, algorithm, loop, bug, debug.

    • Using the sample comic as a guide, have students create a three-panel comic featuring three vocabulary words of their choice. 

    • In each panel students can define the coding term, or phrase it as a question, like the sample comic.

    Closure:

    • Students will share their favorite word comic panel with a partner.

    Differentiation:

    • Allow students to use the speech-to-text feature.
    • Allow students to use the voiceover feature to read their comics aloud.
    • Allow students to work in pairs or groups as needed.

    • Provide key coding vocabulary with visuals. 

    • Use "Think-Pair-Share" strategy during whole group discussion.

    • Display three-panel comic expectations.

    Resources:

    • Comic to print or display

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