Assessment of primary computingCP007

Effective teaching includes the skilful use of assessment, to monitor children’s knowledge and understanding, and to overcome misconceptions. Accurate assessment informs adapted teaching, allowing teachers to build upon previous learning and supporting development of ideas and skills through the whole computing...

Professional Development Leaders' conference (remote)FD001R

Ourselves and Other AnimalsNN023

This 3 day course will take a blended approach, being delivered by both remote and face to face training. It will reinforce teachers' subject knowledge of the animal kingdom, address common misconceptions and explore practical ways of extending pupils' understanding and knowledge.

Using space as a cross curricular topic -Teachers in Wales OnlyNW034

NB: FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLYDuring this half day workshop teachers will look at various projects that use space related content and activities. These include:1. SunSpaceArtThe SunSpaceArt team consists of various space scientists and modern artists. Pupils are exposed to both the space industry with the arts...

Supporting learner progression through assessment - for teachers in Wales onlyNW705

Teaching primary biology: evolution and inheritanceNE008

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the biology elements of the primary science curriculum, focusing on the topic of evolution and inheritance. Through the course, we will demonstrate common...

Teaching primary biology: body processesNE009

We will support you throughout this course to further your understanding of the human body and look at ways of introducing the human body in your lessons. The focus is on developing your subject knowledge and classroom practice and activities. You will also explore some of the common misconceptions around this area...

Teaching primary biology: classificationNE010

Leading primary computing - module 1 - face to faceCP008

This course will help new primary computing leaders to clarify their role and develop and implement a broad and balanced curriculum. You will learn how best to lead the improvement of computing teaching and learning, and to ensure assessment and monitoring is consistent across your school. Identifying where your...

Inclusive Computing in Primary SchoolsCP005

Some children seem to naturally flourish in computing, while others need more support to reach their potential. This CPD aims to give every child an excellent computing education in primary school, opening up future study and employment routes and closing attainment gaps. You will consider how culture, gender,...

Treemendous trees and wonderful woodlandsNW704

A two-session virtual course which will give you the tools to make the most of using the outdoors and seasonal changes as a context for learning. Suitable for Foundation Phase and key stages 2 +3.There are date and time options to choose from and also the option to choose delivery through the medium of Welsh.Led by...

Leading Remote CPD - a Professional Development Leader Programme courseFD010R

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality MarkThis course, which forms part of our bolt-on support for the Professional Development Leader Development Programme, is designed for Course Leaders of remote CPD for STEM Learning and the National Centre for Computing...

Feedback for learningNE714

Marking has been identified as an area of excessive workload for teachers, but feedback is crucial for students to improve their understanding.On this course, you’ll explore evidence-based approaches for using written and oral feedback to support student learning without increasing your workload. You’ll...

Teaching primary science: electricity, forces, light and soundNE007

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in science topics. This course will examine key subject knowledge within the physics elements of the primary science curriculum, focusing on the topics of forces, electricity and light. Through the course, we will demonstrate common...

Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative, and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school whether you’re an early career teacher, or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing.This...