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Module 1: Computational Thinking & Logical Problem-Solving\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Objective:<\/strong> Equip students with problem-solving skills using computational thinking frameworks and prepare them for coding and digital innovation.<\/p>\n

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Introduction to Computational Thinking<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What is Computational Thinking?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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  • Definition and importance in digital problem-solving<\/li>\n
  • The 4 Pillars: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Abstraction, Algorithms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

     <\/p>\n

    Decomposition (Breaking Down Complex Problems)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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    • Breaking a big problem into smaller, manageable parts<\/li>\n
    • Identifying inputs, processes, and outputs in a problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Logical Thinking & Pattern Recognition<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Pattern Recognition in Problem-Solving<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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      • Identifying repeated trends in data and processes<\/li>\n
      • How recognizing patterns simplifies problem-solving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

         <\/p>\n

        Logical Thinking & Flowcharts<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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        • Using logic to create decision-making processes<\/li>\n
        • Flowchart symbols and their applications in algorithms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Algorithmic Thinking & Problem-Solving<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          Introduction to Algorithms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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          • What is an algorithm?<\/li>\n
          • Step-by-step logical solutions (with examples like Google Search, GPS navigation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Writing & Optimizing Algorithms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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            • Efficiency in algorithms (time and space complexity basics)<\/li>\n
            • Optimization strategies (e.g., reducing unnecessary steps)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Applying Computational Thinking to Coding<\/strong><\/h2>\n

              Translating Logic into Code<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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              • Bridging computational thinking with coding<\/li>\n
              • Variables, loops, and conditionals in Python<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Computational Thinking in Action<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                Key Topics:<\/em><\/p>\n

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                • Applying all learned skills to a real-world digital problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  This structured plan ensures students develop computational thinking and logical problem-solving skills essential for coding, AI, and digital innovation<\/strong>. Would you like any adjustments or additions?<\/p>\n

                  Source CHatGPT with adaptations to suite the program<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                  Module 1: Computational Thinking & Logical Problem-Solving\u00a0 Objective: Equip students with problem-solving skills using computational thinking frameworks and prepare them for coding and digital innovation. Introduction to Computational Thinking What is Computational Thinking? Key Topics: Definition and importance in digital problem-solving The 4 Pillars: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Abstraction, Algorithms   Decomposition (Breaking Down Complex Problems) […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":870,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-877","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/877","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=877"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/877\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":880,"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/877\/revisions\/880"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/870"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yesa.org.za\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=877"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}