Moving Past Abstraction

by Dale Loggins

Price: 0 points or $0 USD

Subjects: edtech

Grades: 0

Description: This interactive lesson helps students move beyond the idea of pressing a button to make something happen. Students learn that while some devices (like microwaves or remotes) have preprogrammed buttons, other situations require us to give specific instructions—just like programmers do when coding. What Students Will Learn: The difference between preprogrammed actions and custom input How devices like microwaves, remotes, and robots respond to different types of instructions That some buttons already run a full program, while others need more details How this concept applies to the Root iRobot and coding in general Designed For: Learners working on foundational coding and technology concepts Special education classrooms, small groups, or technology rotations Why You’ll Love It: Simple visuals and relatable real-world examples Builds on the idea of abstraction and moves into specific instruction Prepares students to begin building and customizing block-based programs Reinforces the connection between everyday devices and computer science