Students will determine what type of data is needed to answer a question and will use Google Sheets to find patterns. These data skills are needed in many career and academic fields. In addition, students will use input output tables in their daily lives through the use of vending machines, banking, and taking trips to new places. This Performance Task allows them to practice these skills through real-world scenerios. 

This activity, created on Quizalize, is from the essential knowledge and vocabulary from the Computer Science SOL 5.7, from the strand Computing Systems.

With advances in AI, it is more important than ever that we consider how humans and computers will interact. How do you want the robots of the future to behave towards you and others? For this activity, students will make a “robot zine” where they will sketch an original robot design, identify how their robot will sense the world around it and write a code of conduct to describe how their robot will interact with humans.

This Quizlet Study Set contains Elementary (K-5) vocabulary from the "Computing Systems" strand of the Virginia Standards of Learning for Computer Science. Students can study the terms with flashcards or try the games to test their knowledge. 

Students will work independently, or in groups, to explore computer response times for start-up; application and program run times;  serch engine speeds; and powering off the computer in safe and efficient ways using stopwatches and averaging load times.  Students will draw conclutions through a series of questions and comparisons to understand that variables in the user data collection, system byte sizes, storage limitations, multiple known and unknow tasks running behind the scenes, and/or internet stability/instability can all directly affect the computer's ability to respond accurately, and in a timely manner to user requests as well as perform as expected (with errors or success and/or lag time) and quickly. 

Mixing Science and Computer Science has never been easier! In this lesson you will use Root Robots for Computer science using 5.7 and 5.8 computing systems.Students will explore troubleshooting with technology while exploring force and motion with the Robots. In this all inclusive lesson students will use the Scientific Method to experiment with Root Bots with force and motion. Students will graph results, create a hypothesis, proceedure lists, research with they know about force and motion, and them create a conclusion all while exploring force and motion and computer science trouble shooting.  

Vocabulary posters for the Computing Systems strand for Grade 5. Words included are from the 2017 Computer Science Curriculum Framework.

This is a short lesson that is meant as an introduction to operating systems for upper elementary and middle school students.  In this lesson, students identify the need for an operating system and the major function of an operating system.

The students will learn about how circuits work within a computer to not only turn the computer on, but to store/recall data, run applications, and in general respond when the mouse is clicked or a key is pressed (input/output), etc..This lesson can be created as a class with the teacher demoing what the students tell him/her/them to do or if there are enough kits students can work with partners/small groups/indivdually to create circuits and draw conclusions about how computers use circuits to operate efficiently.Suggestion:  Use this link to share with students how circuits work within the computers to store and recall memory to inspire their connective learning more :) start about 3:54 until 7:19.  This information will help students understand how electical currents are used to store information,  but also be able to make connections with what also happens when a key is pressed or the power is turned on and electricity flows through the open circuits within the computer's operating system (hardware).Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A1e8eceIsY   

In this exciting and interactive experiment, students will have the opportunity to discover and understand the relationship between force and mass regarding the movement of various-sized balls. Through the use of Spheros, these ingenious devices will enable students to apply force to balls of different sizes, including the wiffle ball, racquetball, softball, and ping pong ball. By observing the fascinating dynamics at play, students will gain invaluable insights into how force and mass influence the trajectory, speed, and overall movement of these balls. This hands-on activity is sure to spark curiosity and foster a deeper appreciation for the principles of physics in a fun and engaging manner.

This lesson plan is for an activity that reinforces the jobs performed by an operating system. 

This is a lesson plan to be used when teaching about the different parts of a computer's operating system. This should be used in conjunction with PowerPoint presentations which are not included. 

Using this kit, students really learn and do the energy conversions. They physically have the pieces in their hands to create each conversion and then some.  The worksheet keeps them focused on what they have to do instead of just playing with the kits. But this isn’t to discredit that they wouldn’t learn by just playing with the kits. Conversion of energy is hard to grasp in theory, why not make it physical and help them remember.

Learn about the thrill of force and motion with a Sphero Bolt Race, obstacle course, and ramps.

This hands-on science experiment allows students to observe the effects of water in plant growth. Students will also be able to assemble, program, and monitor the humidity of the soil.

Techne teaches elementary students about computer science.  This video focuses on troubleshooting, hardware, and software. 

Techne teaches elementary students about computer science.  This video focuses on troubleshooting, hardware, and software. 

Techne teaches elementary students about computer science.  This video focuses on troubleshooting, hardware, and software. 

Techne teaches elementary students about computer science.  This video focuses on troubleshooting, hardware, and software. 

In this lesson, students will explore how information travels through a computer. Students will be able to label and explain the function of an input device, processor, and output device.  This lesson includes several interactive activities including a computing system sort, interactive video notes, and a review foldable.