Color by Numbers: Image Representation

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Computers store drawings, photographs, and other pictures using only numbers. Through this activity, learners decode numbers to create pictures using the same process that computers use. They can then create and code their own pictures for other learners to decode. This lesson includes three activities (1 introductory and 2 worksheet) and background information.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per student
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 14
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • for group: Transparency copy from Master
  • copy of Worksheet Activity: Kid Fax p17
  • copy of Worksheet Activity: Make Your Own Picture p18
  • pencil
  • eraser

Keywords

Subjects

  • Engineering and Technology
    • Technology
      • Information and Communication
  • Mathematics

Informal Categories

  • Computers

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Rights:

  • , ,

Funding Source:

  • Google, Inc.