Making Conclusions
Synthesizing Findings & Formulating Concepts
Stage Goal
Consolidate learning across the unit, articulate key takeaways, synthesize conclusions, and demonstrate mastery.
๐ง Thinking Routines
I Used to Think... Now I Think...
Reflect on how personal understanding evolved across the inquiry unit.
Protocol Steps
- 1.Write down: 'I used to think [prior belief about tech/coding]...'
- 2.Write down: 'Now I think [new evidence-based concept]...'
- 3.Explain what specific evidence caused your perspective to shift.
Example Prompt
"How has your understanding of internet privacy changed since the start of our unit?"
Headline Routine
Summarize the core essence of the unit into a memorable statement.
Protocol Steps
- 1.Write a punchy 6-word news headline capturing the central takeaway.
- 2.Add a sub-headline explaining the key supporting evidence.
Example Prompt
"Write a headline summarizing the impact of cyberbullying prevention."
๐ Graphic Organisers
Concept Synthesis Map
Link core unit concepts with linking verbs ('leads to', 'enables', 'requires').
Infographic Layout Draft
Plan visual hierarchy, key statistics, headers, and icon placement.
Summary Conclusion Matrix
Map claims to specific supporting data points collected during research.
๐ป EdTech Tools
Canva Infographics
โDesign professional posters, infographics, and visual summaries.
Book Creator
โPublish digital ebooks containing audio narration, video clips, and text.
Google Slides
โCreate interactive presentations with embedded media and presenter notes.
Prezi
โDynamic non-linear presentations highlighting concept maps and zoom pathways.
๐ซ Classroom Activities
Digital Storybook Conclusion
Use Book Creator to record audio reflections answering: 'What is a robot and how does it follow code?'
Online Safety Infographic
Design a Canva poster summarizing 5 key rules for protecting personal information online.
Computing Science Fair Talk
Deliver a 3-minute presentation explaining how your team designed and debugged a complex Scratch game.
