Grade 8 Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Syllabus1.
Basics of Programming:- Introduction to programming concepts
- Understanding algorithms and pseudocode
- Variables and data types
- Input and output statements
- Simple programming exercises using a programming language
2.
Variables:- Understanding the concept of variables
- Declaring and initializing variables
- Manipulating variables
- Using variables in programming exercises and projects
3.
Making Decisions:- Introduction to decision-making structures in programming
- Using if-else statements
- Using nested if-else statements
- Implementing decision-making structures in programming exercises
4.
Boolean:- Understanding Boolean logic
- Using Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT)
- Implementing Boolean logic in programming exercises
5.
Loops:- Introduction to loops in programming
- Using for loops
- Using while loops
- Implementing loops in programming exercises
6.
Animal Quiz:- Designing and implementing an interactive animal quiz program
- Using variables, decision-making structures, and loops in the quiz program
7.
Functions:- Understanding the concept of functions in programming
- Creating and using functions in programming exercises and projects
8.
Fixing Bugs:- Debugging techniques and strategies
- Identifying and fixing common programming errors
- Debugging exercises and projects
9.
Password Picker:- Designing and implementing a password generator program
- Using variables, decision-making structures, and functions in the program
10.
Nine Lives:- Designing and implementing a text-based game using loops and decision-making structures
- Enhancing the game with variables and functions
11.
Robot Builder:- Introduction to robotics and automation
- Designing and building a simple robot using basic components
- Programming the robot to perform specific tasks
12.
Kaleido - Spiral:- Applying programming concepts to create a kaleidoscope-like spiral pattern
- Using variables, loops, and functions to generate the pattern
13.
Starry Nights:- Creating a program that displays a starry night sky with twinkling stars
- Using variables, loops, and functions to animate the stars
14.
Mutant Rainbow:- Designing and implementing a program that generates a colorful, mutating rainbow pattern
- Using variables, loops, and functions to create the pattern
Note: This syllabus is designed to provide Grade 8 students with a comprehensive understanding of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and programming concepts. The topics covered will enable students to develop their problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and creativity through hands-on programming exercises and projects.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Grade 8