KS3 computing (module 2): creative curriculum content, sequencing and pedagogy (remote)CP458

The second in a series of linked CPD, this course instructs participants through building the core of a curriculum to achieve the stated intent. You’ll draw upon solid evidence as you consider the order in which concepts should be taught, how interleaving can improve long-term recall of knowledge, and how...

Careers and enrichment in primary computing with STEM Ambassadors - short courseCP441

Children begin to make decisions about their future at an early age. This means it is crucial that children’s experience includes career-linked learning in computing as well as authentic experiences with a range of job roles. This helps to enable children to see the relevance of computing and may also help to...

Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

Diagnostic assessment for GCSE computer science - short courseCP412

Collaboration in KS3 programmingCP437

Programming is a highly collaborative activity, through which groups of individuals can achieve greater things than they would alone. In industry as well as through the lived experience of young people working creatively with code, many effective approaches to collaborative working have emerged that deserve a place in...

Assessment and progression in KS3 computingCP212

This course is aimed at computing subject leaders and secondary computing teachers who are looking to ensure rapid progression through Key Stage 3 by ensuring formative and summative assessment is planned and utilised in their subject and in particular what it looks like in programming. Participants will get the...

KS3 computing (module 1): Creative curriculum design principles (remote)CP435

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, modelling effective practice and supporting you to develop a...

Encouraging girls into GCSE computer science - short courseCP440

There is a gender imbalance in computing that needs to be addressed. Girls are under-represented in GCSE / A Level computer science: 21% of GCSE CS entries in 2023 were girls  15% of A level CS entries in 2023 were girls  21% of students applying for computing-related degrees were girls Yet, girls...

Assessment in secondary computing - short courseCP413

Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment, enabling teachers to check knowledge and understanding of children. The use of accurate assessment allows teaching to be adapted and personalised, improving the learning journey for students.This CPD aims to improve teachers’ knowledge of their...

Leading primary computing - module 2 - remoteCP456

This course will help computing subject leaders to lead the improvement of computing teaching and learning, and to provide professional support and development to others. Following on from module 1 this course will enable you to identify and plan for improvement in your school.  This will involve developing a...

New subject leaders of secondary computing - remoteCP411

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...

KS3 computing (module 3): Creative curriculum enrichment and inclusionCP249

Making computing an engaging school subject, that motivates and inspires the full range of students, is a key outcome of an excellent KS3 computing curriculum.At the heart of this curriculum is computational thinking; the ability to solve problems using computers. Some of the barriers to engaging with computing,...

KS3 computing (module 2): Creative curriculum content, sequencing and pedagogyCP248

During this one day course, you’ll consider the order in which concepts should be taught, how interleaving can improve long-term recall of knowledge, and how student knowledge can be developed at pace while avoiding cognitive overload. You’ll integrate practices including retrieval practice, peer...

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...