Flowcharts: Understanding Processes Visually

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• Primary Education
• Age 8,9

Flowcharts: Understanding Processes Visually

Learning objective

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to: Understand what a flowchart is. Identify basic flowchart symbols and their meanings. Explain the purpose of a flowchart.

What do you already know about flowcharts?

What is a Flowchart?

A flowchart is a diagram that represents a process or workflow. It uses symbols to show steps and connections.

Purpose of a Flowchart

Flowcharts help in visualising processes, making them easier to understand and communicate.

Symbol: Oval

The oval shape represents the start or end of a process in a flowchart.

Symbol: Rectangle

The rectangle symbol indicates a process step or action in the flowchart.

Symbol: Diamond

A diamond symbol represents a decision point. It asks a question that can be answered with 'yes' or 'no'.

Symbol: Arrow

Arrows show the direction of flow from one step to another in a flowchart.

Review and Reflect

Can you define a flowchart in your own words? Name four basic symbols and their meanings.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.