# Student Handout — Repetition Structures (for loops & while loops)

- Link: https://doss.academy/course-3-introduction-to-programming/unit-4-control-flow-logic-sequence-selection-repetition-c3u4/lesson-3-repetition-structures-for-loops-while-loops-c3u4l3/student-handout/
- Published: 2026-10-18T12:31:14-04:00
- Author: matthew.leffler@jefferson.kyschools.us

Course 3: Introduction to Programming / Unit 4: Control Flow & Logic (Sequence, 
Selection, Repetition) / Lesson 3: Repetition Structures (for loops & while loops)

## Repetition Structures & Loop Patterns Worksheet.

Name: ____________________ Date: ____________________

## Explore and practice

Loop comparison mini-lesson, accumulator pattern studio, and sentinel loop lab.

## Record your work

Describe what you tried, show your work or attach your artifact, and explain what
your evidence demonstrates.

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## Use the vocabulary

Repetition Structure, for Loop, while Loop, Infinite Loop, Loop Counter, Sentinel
Value, Iteration, Accumulator Pattern, range() Function, Loop Condition

Use relevant terms above to explain one part of your work.

## Check and reflect

 * I completed the assigned activity and recorded my work.
 * I used lesson vocabulary accurately.
 * I can explain one thing I learned and one question I still have.