Channel: BBC Teach

Category: Education

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Description: For teachers' notes and more episodes: bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/computing-ks2-algorithms/zyxqdp3 This short film for primary schools outlines how algorithms are sets of instructions to make something happen, before explaining further using a recipe analogy. The film outlines how algorithms are the starting points for computer programs that solve problems. It then looks at the example of using an electronic card key to open a door, using a flow diagram to organise the instructions and steps needed to make sure the door only unlocks when the correct card key is used. The film finishes with more examples of how algorithms are used in computer-based tools and systems like social media feeds and search engine rankings. This short film is from the BBC Teach series, Cracking Computing. Suitable for teaching: KS2 computing curriculum in England Technologies curriculum area at 2nd Level in Scotland KS2 digital competence framework in Wales KS2 using ICT cross-curricular skill in Northern Ireland For BBC Teach website: bbc.com/teach For free in depth teachers notes, follow the links via the cards. SUBSCRIBE TO BBC TEACH YOUTUBE: youtube.com/bbcteach?sub_confirmation=1 ===================== Get in touch on: TWITTER: twitter.com/bbc_teach FACEBOOK: facebook.com/BBCTeach More resources from BBC Bitesize: bbc.co.uk/bitesize