Year 6
	Multimedia Presentation		Spreadsheet Modelling
	Control and Monitoring		Internet

In this unit pupils learn how to use input devices or switches to control a process. They learn that it is possible to attach devices such as pressure pads, light sensors, magnetic switches, on/off switches or other devices to a control box. The computer can then be programmed to carry out a process when it detects some sort of change, eg switch on the light when it gets dark. They learn the new control language necessary to program the control box to make such decisions, eg 'if... then...' .

6C Lite (ICT Lites are concise sheets showing the objectives, key skills and techniques to be taught, without the suggested teaching activities.)

Assessment: Pupil Self Review Statements

Teaching Activities l Resources

Teaching Activities

Use control technology in D&T and Science projects
e.g. DT Unit 6C Fairgrounds and Science 6G - Changing Circuits

Flowal How to Sheet

Roamer Control

The sensing and control requirements of the Key Stage 2 ICT Curriculum are fully covered by Roamer Control. There is a good match with the QCA Units 5E and 6C for Control in Years 5 and 6. There is no reason why control should not be introduced earlier, as it is conceptually within the grasp of younger pupils.

We have several pages showing you how to use Roamers and Roamer control.

Introducing Roamer and Roamer Control

Unit 6C Controlling devices Roamer version
Dr Helen Smith has adapted the QCA Control units to make them relevant for using Roamer

Robolab

Robolab enables children to program LEGO control models using programmes downloaded from the computer.

We have several pages showing you how to use Robolab.

Introducing Robolab and the RCX brick

Unit 6C Controlling devices Robolab version
Dr Helen Smith has adapted the QCA Control units to make them relevant for using Robolab

Teaching Resources

Various teaching resources for both Roamer and Robolab

ICT Scheme of work by Greenwich ICT
A complete set of resources linked to the QCA scheme of work with lesson plans, activities, downloadable resources and more.
www.lgfl.net/lgfl/leas/greenwich

Year 6
	Multimedia Presentation		Spreadsheet Modelling
	Control and Monitoring		Internet

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