ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [SC2015] (5) 11 :

11 ) Create a model to illustrate the transfer of matter among producers; consumers, including scavengers and decomposers; and the environment.

[SC2015] (5) 14 :

14 ) Use a model to represent how any two systems, specifically the atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and/or hydrosphere, interact and support life (e.g., influence of the ocean on ecosystems, landform shape, and climate; influence of the atmosphere on landforms and ecosystems through weather and climate; influence of mountain ranges on winds and clouds in the atmosphere).

[DLIT] (3) 12 :

6) Describe the function of a flowchart.

[DLIT] (4) 11 :

5) Use flowcharts to create a plan or algorithm.

[DLIT] (6) 12 :

6) Identify steps in developing solutions to complex problems using computational thinking.

Steve Trash teaches kids about science with fun and magic. The show is filmed in Alabama.

Ecosystems are not only the places where living things live, but also the connections between the living things in those places. Steve explores this cool idea and then tries to figure out the logical steps needed to get computer program to play the game rock paper scissors with him.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [DLIT] (3) 12 :

6) Describe the function of a flowchart.

[DLIT] (4) 11 :

5) Use flowcharts to create a plan or algorithm.

This is a lesson plan using a clip from The Big Bang Theory to show how to use flowcharts when explaining an algorithm.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand algorithms (written in pseudocode or flow diagram), explain what they do, and correct or complete them
• Produce algorithms in pseudocode or flow diagrams to solve problems
• Use basic flowchart symbols appropriately