This unit focuses on efficiency with loops. Learning in this unit will allow students to:

• Identify repeated patterns in code that could be replaced with a loop.
• Break down a long sequence of instructions into the smallest repeatable sequence possible.
• Write a program for a given task which loops a single command.
• Identify the benefits of using a loop structure instead of manual repetition.
• Differentiate between commands that need to be repeated in loops and commands that should be used on their own.

The content of this unit can be taught by implementing the standalone unit resources and reinforced by embedding the cross curricular activity.