Designing a quiz
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can design a program that uses selection.
Key learning points
- Selection can be used to produce an intended outcome.
- User inputs can be used within an algorithm.
- Using branching algorithms can help with planning code.
Keywords
Input - in a program, the text or numbers that a user types in
Branching algorithm - a decision-making flow used to plan a program with a condition and two outcomes
Common misconception
Designing is just extra work.
Planning reduces how much you have to think about when you are actually coding.
Teacher tip
Remind pupils that input must exactly match the condition in their code, and support them to test this by predicting what will happen for both correct and incorrect answers.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device with block-based programming software. Examples in this lesson use Scratch https://oak.link/scratch
Files needed for this lesson
Quiz design sheet 170.24 KB (PPTX)
Quiz design sheet example 477.72 KB (PPTX)
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a condition in Scratch programming?
Q2.What word means choosing between actions in a program?
Q3.What is the result called when a program checks a condition?
Q4.Order these steps for how selection works in Scratch:
Q5.Match each example to its keyword:
green flag block
score = 5
The sprite says "Well done!" if the answer is right.
if... then... else...
Q6.What is the main purpose of using selection in a program?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In a branching algorithm, what is the main purpose of using selection?
Q2.Which of the following is an example of an input in a program?
Q3.Why is planning a branching algorithm helpful before starting to code?
Q4.What happens if a user’s input does not match the condition in a branching algorithm?
Q5.Match each example to its keyword:
The user types their name.
a flowchart with 'yes' and 'no' branches
The program picks what to do based on the answer.
The program shows a message if the answer is correct or not.
Q6.What is the first thing you should do when designing a program that uses selection?
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