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Sending Binary Messages Lesson PlanSending Binary Messages Lesson Plan
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Code.org
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Grade
9th - 12th
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STEM
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Duration
1 hr
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Sending Binary Messages

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This Sending Binary Messages lesson plan also includes:
  • CSP: Tips and Tricks - Sending Binary Messages
  • Rubric - Binary Message Devices (PDF)
  • Rubric - Binary Message Devices (Doc)
  • Activity Guide - Binary Message Devices (PDF)
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Pairs build a device that will be able to send a binary message. They then update their device to allow it to send four possible messages before upping the ante to eight. The provided self-assessment rubric comes with reflection questions for the pair — a great skill to practice.

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Concepts

binary code, computer science, computers, numbers binary, technology resources

Instructional Ideas

  • After the lesson, have class members research binary numbers

Classroom Considerations

  • Read the activity guide and determine whether you want to use it, or have more control over the activity by leading it yourself
  • Gather various materials in order to build binary devices
  • The lesson plan is the second of a series of 19.

Pros

  • The included video is for teachers; it gives tips and tricks from a real class on how to implement the lesson
  • Contains a section that spells out the goal of the activity

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  • None

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