Unit 3: Computational Thinking and Algorithms
IN THIS LESSON
I can break down problems into smaller parts and use algorithms to solve them.
Today, we will be learning about abstraction. Abstraction is figuring out what’s important and eliminating what isn’t necessary. This is important for solving many problems, but we will be focusing on solving a Rubik’s Cube. When solving a cube, we must focus only on the parts we are actively solving. You can’t let yourself get distracted by all the pieces. Focus just on the piece you are working on.
The beginner method for solving the Rubik’s Cube decomposes the problem into the following steps:
1. Daisy
2. White Cross
3. White Corners
4. Middle Row
5. Yellow Cross
6. Yellow Corners
7. Adjust Yellow Corners
Then, we will practice solving the middle row.
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AKS-5 develop and employ strategies for understanding and solving problems in ways that use the power of technological methods to develop and test solutions
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E - I can break down a problem and use an algorithm to successfully solve it.
S - I can break down a problem with help and use an algorithm to solve it.
N - I can break down a problem with help and begin to use an algorithm to solve it.
U - I cannot break down a problem or begin to use an algorithm to solve it.