Programming project: subprograms I
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a project brief to design a solution.
Key learning points
- A project brief specifies what the requirements of a program are.
- A structure chart is a diagram used to design the structure of the subprograms required for completing a program.
- A flowchart is a visual representation of a program.
Keywords
Structure chart - a top-down diagram used to design the structure of the subprograms required for completing a program
Flowchart - a visual representation of an algorithm or program
Common misconception
A project brief is a set way to solve a problem.
A project brief outlines the requirements of a system, but there may be many ways to solve the problem.
Teacher tip
Depending on the prior experiences of your pupils, this project can be adjusted to suit their interests and understanding.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device that can edit and run Python programs. Examples in this lesson use the RPF Code Editor https://oak.link/python-editor
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.A structured approach means breaking down a problem into smaller ...
Q2.An is a name for a variable or subprogram.
Q3.An describes how a subprogram will interact with the main program.
Q4.Which of the following is included in an interface?
Q5.A structure chart is used to ...
Q6.A flowchart is used to ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.The project specifies what the requirements of a program are.
Q2.What should be used if a subprogram needs to pass a value back to main program?
Q3.What is the name of the following flowchart symbol?
Q4.What is the name of the following flowchart symbol?
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