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Lesson Plan Title: Introduction to Algorithm and Flowchart

Grade Level: 8th grade

Objectives:

1. Define what an algorithm is and its importance in problem-solving.


2. Understand the basic components of an algorithm: input, process,
and output.
3. Identify and create simple algorithms.
4. Create basic flowcharts to represent algorithms.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between
algorithms and flowcharts.

Materials Needed:

 Whiteboard and markers


 Projector and computer
 Paper and pencils
 Flowchart symbols handout
 Sample problems handout

Introduction (10 minutes):

 Ask the students if they have ever faced a problem that needed to
be solved. Examples could include finding the shortest route to a
friend's house or figuring out how to assemble a new toy. Ask the
students how they went about solving these problems.
 Introduce the concept of algorithms as a step-by-step procedure for
solving a problem. Emphasize that algorithms can be used to solve
a wide range of problems, from simple to complex.

Direct Instruction (30 minutes):

 Define the three basic components of an algorithm: input, process,


and output. Give examples of each component.
 Demonstrate how to create a simple algorithm using a familiar
problem. For example, creating an algorithm for making a peanut
butter and jelly sandwich.
 Discuss the importance of creating algorithms in a logical and
efficient way.
 Introduce flowcharts as a graphical representation of an algorithm.
Explain the basic symbols used in flowcharts, including start/end
symbols, process symbols, decision symbols, and connector
symbols.
 Demonstrate how to create a simple flowchart based on the peanut
butter and jelly sandwich algorithm.
Guided Practice (20 minutes):

 Provide the students with sample problems and ask them to create
algorithms for solving them. The problems should be simple enough
for the students to solve but complex enough to require multiple
steps.
 Ask the students to create flowcharts based on their algorithms.
Provide guidance as needed and encourage the students to use the
appropriate symbols for each component.

Independent Practice (20 minutes):

 Ask the students to work independently or in pairs to create their


own algorithms for solving a problem of their choice. Encourage the
students to be creative and to use real-world examples.
 Once the students have created their algorithms, ask them to create
flowcharts to represent them. Provide feedback and guidance as
needed.

Closure (10 minutes):

 Ask the students to share their algorithms and flowcharts with the
class. Encourage the students to explain their thought process and
reasoning behind their solutions.
 Summarize the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the
importance of logical and efficient problem-solving using algorithms
and flowcharts

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