Creating games

Computing

Using loops in a program

Types of loops

Animating text

Modifying a game

Designing a game

In this unit, pupils will explore the concept of repetition in programming in the Scratch environment. Pupils will look at the difference between count-controlled and infinite loops. They will use their knowledge to modify, design and create games and animations that involve repetition.

Using repetition in programming to create a game

What is the main purpose of an algorithm in programming?

What is the process of finding and fixing errors in your code called?

Why do programmers test and debug their projects?

Arrange these steps for building a game project:

the actions might happen in a different way

What might happen if you change the order of instructions inside a 'forever' loop in your game?

Put these actions in order for fixing a problem in your programme:

to run the same instructions multiple times

What is the main reason for using repetition in a programme?

a list of precise steps to complete a task

Which of these best describes an algorithm?

Why might you select key parts from another project for your own design?

What is the word for creating a detailed outline of how a project or programme will work before you start building it?

Put these actions in order when designing an algorithm:

Creating games

Lesson outcome