Year 5 Technology Lesson Plan: Scratch Coding

Curriculum Area and Level:

• This lesson plan aligns with the Digital Technologies Curriculum for Year 5 students in New Zealand.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will understand the basic concepts of coding.
2. Students will be able to use Scratch software to create a simple animation.

Resources Required:

• Computers or laptops with internet access to access Scratch online platform.
• Scratch accounts set up for each student.
• Projector/screen for teacher demonstration.

Lesson Duration:

45 minutes

Lesson Plan:

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Greet the students and explain the purpose of the lesson.
• Discuss the importance of coding and its applications in the real world.
• Introduce Scratch as a tool for creating animations and games.

Guided Instruction (10 minutes)

• Demonstrate the basics of Scratch software on the projector.
• Explain the interface, including the stage, blocks, and sprites.
• Show students how to select sprites and backgrounds for their projects.
• Introduce students to basic coding blocks like motion, looks, and sound.

Hands-On Activity (20 minutes)

• Have students log in to their Scratch accounts on their computers.
• Guide students through creating a simple animation using Scratch.
• Encourage students to experiment with different motion and sound blocks.
• Assist students individually as they work on their projects.

Sharing and Reflection (7 minutes)

• Invite students to share their animations with the class.
• Encourage students to explain their coding choices.
• Facilitate a discussion on what they found challenging and interesting about the activity.

Conclusion (3 minutes)

• Summarize the key concepts learned during the lesson.
• Remind students to practice coding at home using Scratch.
• Thank the students for their participation.

Assessment:

• Assess student understanding through observation during the hands-on activity.
• Use a rubric to evaluate the complexity and creativity of students' Scratch projects.

Extension Activity (for Homework):

• Ask students to create a more complex animation or game using Scratch.
• Encourage students to share their projects with their classmates online.

Additional Resources:

• Scratch Online Platform
• Digital Technologies Curriculum Guide

This lesson plan is designed to introduce Year 5 students to the fundamentals of coding through engaging Scratch activities, aligning with the New Zealand Digital Technologies Curriculum.