Learning Objective 1.1.1
Understand what an algorithm is, what algorithms are used for, and be able to interpret algorithms (flowcharts, pseudocode, written descriptions, and program code).
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, learners should be able to:
• Define an algorithm.
• Explain why algorithms are important.
• Describe where algorithms are used in everyday life.
• Interpret algorithms presented as:
o Written descriptions
o Flowcharts
o Pseudocode
o Program code
• Predict the output of simple algorithms.
• Identify errors in simple algorithms.