Algorithms Unplugged Apr 2026

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Pair students up. One acts as the programmer and writes directions (forward, turn left), and the other acts as the "bot" navigating a grid drawn on the floor. Algorithms unplugged

Play a game of "Simon Says" using pure IF-THEN logic (e.g., IF you have the letter ‘E’ in your name, THEN clap twice). To help you share this concept, choose from

"Algorithms Unplugged" is one of the most effective ways to introduce students to computational thinking. By taking away the devices, students can focus purely on logic, sequencing, and problem-solving without getting frustrated by syntax errors. Here are 3 quick ways to run an unplugged session: Play a game of "Simon Says" using pure IF-THEN logic (e

Reading the book Algorithms Unplugged is a fantastic reminder that the core of engineering isn't learning a specific programming language—it's learning how to break a problem down into its absolute smallest, most logical steps.

Have you ever tried teaching computer science without a single screen?