KS3 computing (module 1): Creative curriculum design principlesCP247

Curriculum design is centre stage once more, and nowhere is an effective computing curriculum more vital than in KS3.As the first of three linked courses, this CPD builds your curriculum design and implementation capability from the ground up, meaning anyone can produce a sequenced curriculum that builds...

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

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...

Graphs for GCSE Science - a Professional Development Leader Programme courseFD013F

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality Mark and who want to offer maths in science sessions on behalf of their Science Learning Partnership.Develop subject knowledge and teaching strategies to confidently deliver mathematics elements of the GCSE science...

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,...

Triple science network meetingRP750

The triple science network meetings are ideal opportunities to share practice around the delivery of your triple science curriculum. Triple science network meetings will run with specific themes. All will start with an overview of the latest research and evidence to inform and underpin discussions within the group....

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...

Higher attainment in GCSE computer science - meeting the challenge of exams - face to faceCP239

This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, whilst preparing for their GCSE exams in computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding of...

New subject leaders of secondary computing - face to faceCP211

Moving into curriculum leadership can feel like be a big step. Whether you are new to the role, or looking to progress in the future, this course will build confidence and clarity allowing you to succeed.Written by experienced department leaders, and based in the most recent evidence of 'what works', you'll come away...

Teaching key stage 2 computing - module 2 - remoteCP453

This CPD follows on from the first module to fully cover the KS2 computing curriculum. Skilfully combining a wide range of software applications and multimedia such as video, images and sound, you will be better able to support children in creative and engaging project work across the whole primary curriculum. They...

Teaching key stage 2 computing - module 1 - remoteCP452

Through Key Stage 2, the computing curriculum aims to deepen understanding of computer science, information technology and digital literacy. Children become more skilled, and critical, users of technology, choosing tools that helps them achieve their goals while developing safe, and acceptable, online behaviours.This...

Teaching key stage 1 computing - module 2 - remoteCP451

Following on from the first module, this CPD aims to give you confidence in teaching the whole of the key stage 1 computing curriculum.Building on your knowledge of computer science, you will dive deeper into digital literacy and information technology. You will take-away engaging ways to use software creatively,...

Teaching key stage 1 computing - module 1 - remoteCP450

Computing is a rich and relevant subject. It includes the foundational knowledge of computer science; the applications of information technology and the implications for digital literacy in the modern world.Computing is a rich and relevant subject. It includes the foundational knowledge of computer science; the...

KS4 computing for all - face to faceCP207

Computing is a National curriculum foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. Pathways through computing have reduced for some students, however, leading to a narrowing of their future options. GCSE computer science is at the heart of provision for KS4, but evidence...