Summary of Lessons Taught
The lessons I taught were 3.3 and 3.5. In these lessons the topics covered were included algorithms, mathematical expressions, relational operators, and logical operators in both JavaScript and Python. An algorithm is a step by step procedure to execute a certain task. A real life example of an algorithm is following a recipe. Mathematical expression can be used in code to perform calculations and change variables. Relational and logical operators paired with if/else statements are used to control the flow of your code to give a certain outcome. Relational operators compare 2 different expressions together and give a boolean value of either True or False. On the other hand, logical operators combine multiple values or expressions and return either a true or false. Some common logical operators include and, or, not. These concepts are very to coding as they allow coders to create efficient, logical, and functional programs.
Lesson Hacks
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| Lesson | Description |
|---|---|
| 3.1 | Used variables, lists, and dictionaries to print simple concatenation, addition, and more |
| 3.2 | Manipulated strings in multiple different ways such as reverse() |
| 3.3 | My Group |
| 3.4 | Used and changed strings in many different ways such as split() |
| 3.5 | My Group |
| 3.6 | Used if, elif, else statements to control the outcome of the code |
| 3.7 | Used nested if else statements to check if all requirements for a certain task are done |
| 3.8 | Used iterations in many different ways such as printing each letter in a certain word using an iteration |
| 3.10A | Manipulated lists in multiple different ways such as push() |
| 3.10B | Used lists and changed them in multiple different ways such as pop() |
| Self Study | Uses sprites and meta data to create unique games |
Summary of Unit
In this unit, I learned that variables are used to store different types of data, like numbers and text. I also learned that you can use lists to have a collection of multiple items. I know how to use Booleans for true or false values and how to use conditionals to manage the outcome of programs. Additionally, I know that you can use iterations to repeat actions through loops. Using this new knowledge, I plan to implement these concepts into my code to create effective and efficient programs.
Accomplishments and Struggles
Throughout this unit, I had many struggles and many accomplishments. One thing I struggled with is iterations and how they work in loops. To overcome this challenge, I used the popcorn hacks to practice and understand what was happening in the code. When I finally would understand how to use iterations, I completed the popcorn hacks and I would write comments to make sure I understood the code. I think this unit was very helpful as I got to both teach a lesson and learn other lessons to give me a greater understanding of the overall unit on how to use code efficiently.