📚 Topic Summary
Unplugged troubleshooting activities help kids develop problem-solving skills by presenting them with everyday scenarios where things aren't working as expected. They learn to identify the problem, think through possible causes, and come up with solutions, all without using computers or technology. This builds logical thinking and resilience when facing challenges!
🧩 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Algorithm |
A. A step-by-step set of instructions to solve a problem. |
| 2. Bug |
B. To find and fix problems. |
| 3. Debug |
C. A problem or error in a system. |
| 4. Input |
D. The information given to a computer or system. |
| 5. Output |
E. The result produced by a computer or system. |
Match the term to the definition. (Example: 1-A, 2-B, etc.)
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words:
When something isn't working right, we need to _________. First, we must identify the _________. Then, we can look for the _________. One way to approach debugging is to create a list of _________ that are producing the desired outcome. Then examine the differences between desired outcome and the _________ results. After that we must test the proposed _________ to see if they _________ the problem.
Word Bank: fix, problem, causes, steps, actual, solutions, resolves
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine your toy car isn't moving, even with fresh batteries. What steps would you take to figure out why and fix it? List at least three steps.