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QCA

ICT at key stages 1 and 2    (Year 1)

Unit 1F: Understanding instructions and making things happen

QCA
About this unit

In this unit children learn how to give and follow instructions to make things happen. They learn how to sequence instructions, so that others can follow them, and to predict what will happen.

Children learn that machines follow instructions and that they need to be switched on and off, and controlled. They will recognise the need for accuracy, definition, and common language.

Children will apply what they have learnt in this unit when giving instructions both written and verbal. The unit will also help them understand how everyday appliances operate.


Sections in this unit

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1. SETTING THE SCENE
2. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
3. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
4. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
5. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
6. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
7. SHORT FOCUSED TASKS
8. INTEGRATED TASK