TheComputingTutor, is proud to present a complete 40 Lesson scheme of work for the BTEC IT Unit 4 Programming Unit.
The resource has been developed in the VB.NET programming language with over 170 exercises, class tasks, discussion and research activities with suggested answers covering Learning Aims A, B and C for the Unit 4 Specification. The Scheme of Work includes a brand new scenario that students can use to practice the coursework for Learning Aim B and C before attempting the Assignment.
The resources include:
Learning Aim A
lessons covering all specification content
Class tasks covering logic principles, computational thinking and features of programming languages
Class tasks covering uses and quality of software applications
80+ differentiated programming activities with answers in code and pseudocode
Two different 900+ line programs with explanatory notes, for students to analyse for Learning Aim A M&D criteria
Examples of programming constructs used in multiple languages
The VB.NET resource has two different programs for LAA analysis - one program written in VB.NET and the other written in Python
Learning Aim B
Lessons covering:
How to identify alternate solutions with design documentation suggested Answers.
How to design algorithms in both pseudocode and flowcharts
Creating a test plan from a given scenario
How to get user feedback and modify designs
A new scenario is included for students where they can identify the problem definition statements and key software features
Learning Aim C
A code solution for the new example scenario
Answers for carrying out a test plan
How to optimise a program from testing, feedback and documentation
Examples of optimised code
How to carry out a code review and evaluation
Each lesson includes:
A teacher presentation with learning objectives, lesson content and end of lesson review
A range of class tasks, from worked examples to discussion activities
Student Worksheets for all class tasks
Suggested answers for the class tasks to encourage and promote discussion and further learning
Resource links to relevant websites and videos that can be used in lesson
Also included is a full outline Scheme of Work for all suggested 40 lessons, which includes:
Learning objectives
Lesson overview
Assessment opportunities
EDI considerations
Homework
A format that can be used for SLT inspections.
BTEC IT Unit 4 VB.NET Teaching Scheme of Work
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