๐ Topic Summary
Computational thinking isn't just for computers; it's a problem-solving skill that's awesome for math too! When we connect it to shapes and patterns, we use skills like breaking down problems (decomposition), spotting similarities (pattern recognition), and creating step-by-step solutions (algorithms). This helps us understand math in a whole new way.
In third grade, learning about shapes and patterns becomes way more interactive when you add computational thinking. Instead of just memorizing, you're figuring out the 'why' behind the math. It's like becoming a math detective! ๐
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Algorithm |
a. A repeating sequence |
| 2. Pattern Recognition |
b. A set of instructions to solve a problem |
| 3. Decomposition |
c. Breaking down a problem into smaller parts |
| 4. Abstraction |
d. Focusing on important information only, ignoring irrelevant detail |
| 5. Sequence |
e. Identifying similarities among different things |
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Use the words: pattern, shapes, computational, thinking, problem to complete the paragraph.
Using _________ _________ helps us solve a math _________ by looking for a _________. We can use this to understand repeating _________ and predict what comes next in the _________.
๐ก Part C: Critical Thinking
How can you use computational thinking to create a new pattern using triangles and squares? Describe the steps you would take.