Informatics — Grade 7
Types of algorithms, text editors and presentations, computer graphics, internet safety and units of information.
- 11 topics
- 5 chapters
- 11 min
Topics
Topics are grouped into chapters and listed in reading order.
11 topics
- 1
Branching Algorithms and Conditions
Sometimes the action has to be chosen depending on the situation. We study conditions, full and short branching, and build an algorithm that finds the larger of two numbers.
Chapter 1. Types of Algorithms1 min
- 2
Repeating Algorithms and Loops
A loop makes it easy to repeat actions many times. We study the loop body, kinds of loops and endless loops, and add up the numbers from 1 to 5.
Chapter 1. Types of Algorithms1 min
- 3
Creating a Presentation and Working with Slides
A presentation explains a topic clearly with slides. We learn to add slides, choose a layout and design, use effects wisely and follow the rules of a good presentation.
Chapter 2. Office Programs1 min
- 4
Preparing a Document in a Word Processor
We learn to prepare an essay, a letter or a notice in a word processor: typing text, setting fonts and paragraphs, and saving the document.
Chapter 2. Office Programs1 min
- 5
Tables, Pictures and Lists in a Document
We learn to make a document clear and visual by adding lists, tables and pictures and placing them properly on the page.
Chapter 2. Office Programs1 min
- 6
Raster and Vector Graphics
A computer stores an image in two ways: as a set of dots or as a set of geometric shapes. We learn how they differ and where each is used.
Chapter 3. Computer Graphics1 min
- 7
Drawing and Editing in a Graphics Editor
We study the main tools of a graphics editor, such as the pencil, fill, shapes, selection and colors, and create a simple picture.
Chapter 3. Computer Graphics1 min
- 8
The Internet, Browsers and Searching for Information
We find out what the Internet, a browser and a web page are, and learn to search for the information we need in a search engine.
Chapter 4. The Internet and Safety1 min
- 9
Email and Safe Communication
We learn how email works, how to write a message and attach a file, and the rules for safe communication online.
Chapter 4. The Internet and Safety1 min