UNPLUGGED PROGRAMMING WITH HELLO RUBY TASK

In this activity, students practiced basic algorithms and conditionals. They had to follow specific rules to count or assign points, which mimics how a computer processes decisions using logic. This also introduced them to the idea of variables the total score changes based on input.

This task involved categorization and pattern recognition. Students had to analyse which tools or technologies are appropiate for different proffesions, which connects to how programmers design decision trees or define conditions if-else statements. It also supports abstraction, as students learned to focus on essential features of each job.

This activity clearly illustrated the concept of classification, a key part of data organization in computer science. Students needed to understand the difference between physical components and digital instructions, helping them develop a mental model of how computers work. It also relates to logical thinking and binary decisions.

This activity focused on pattern matching and associative logic. It required students to pair items based on shared attributes (colours), which mirrors how computers group or sort data. It also subtly introduced the idea of input-output systems, where inputs (devices) are assigned to users based on specific rules.