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The document introduces the concept of algorithms through a traffic light sequence exercise and explains their role in everyday electronic devices. It encourages readers to articulate what an algorithm is and to create a simple algorithm for making a cup of tea. The content emphasizes the importance of algorithms in technology and daily tasks.

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Algorithm Worksheet (Support)

The document introduces the concept of algorithms through a traffic light sequence exercise and explains their role in everyday electronic devices. It encourages readers to articulate what an algorithm is and to create a simple algorithm for making a cup of tea. The content emphasizes the importance of algorithms in technology and daily tasks.

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Algorithms

Traffic Lights Warm-Up


Observe the sequence of lights on the traffic light in the presentation.
Try to remember the correct sequence.
Let’s start with the green light, what comes next? Is it ...

Write your traffic light sequence here:

Green Amber Red Amber Green

Green Red Amber Green

Green Red and Amber Red Red and Amber Green

Green Amber Red Green

Green Amber Red Red and Amber Green

Green Red Amber Green

Green Green and Amber Red Amber Green

What is an Algorithm?
Imagine that when you get home today your granny asks you what you’ve been learning at
school. You answer: “We’ve been learning about algorithms.” Your granny replies: “Ooh that
sounds lovely my dear! What is an algorithm?” How would you explain it to her? Write your
answer here:

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Algorithms

Computers and Algorithms


Algorithms act as the brains behind computers and smartphones. They
power features such as image recognition and navigation, but also
something as simple as how the phone switches on. Each electronic
device contains many different algorithms. List some electronic devices
in your home that might be controlled by algorithms.

Everyday electronic devices that might be controlled by algorithms:

Cup of Tea Algorithm


Let’s try creating an algorithm for making a cup of tea.

Write down a precise set of instructions (a step-by- step method) that anyone could follow to
make a cup of tea.
This has been started for you.

1. Fill a kettle with water and switch it on to boil.

2. Place a teabag into a mug.

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