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This Count the Dots – Binary Numbers lesson plan also includes:
- Computer Science Unplugged: Binary Part 1
- Computer Science Unplugged: Binary Part 2
- Computer Science Unplugged: Binary Part 3
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Did you know you can send a message using only zeroes and ones? This interactive resource presents an introduction to binary numbers. Through code cards, pupils learn to convert binary numbers to decimal numbers.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create collaborative pairs to complete the worksheets together
- Have one member of a pair create and transmit a message to the other one who decodes it
Classroom Considerations
- Binary code cards must be copied and cut out prior to the lesson
Pros
- The lesson can be used at a variety of grade levels
- The concept is presented using patterns to make it easier to understand
- Answer are included
Cons
- The resource is slightly dated
- There is no cumulative assessment provided