The internet and cyber-security - face to faceCP232

The internet has transformed modern life bringing rich capability to networked computers. Find out how the internet works and how it has produced many new threats, resulting in the rapidly growing cybersecurity industry.You will build on knowledge of local computer networks to cover the globally connected systems...

Fundamentals of computer networks - face to faceCP222

Computer networks exist all around us. During the course, you will demystify the hardware and network topologies used for data transfer between computers, and help you make topic learning relevant and engaging to students.Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wireless, and how this...

Computer processors and instruction sets - face to faceCP231

Computer programs are written in a language that humans understand, but what about the computer itself? Every piece of software, and the instructions and data it contains, is made up of 1’s and 0’s, handled by the central processing unit or CPU.Explore the core of a modern computer - the processor. Learn...

Computer systems: input, output and storage - face to faceCP221

Computers take many forms, from the smart watch on your wrist to the powerful machines used to predict the weather. They all share some key features and GCSE computer science students need to have a solid understanding of what makes a computer.Take your first steps to opening up the computer, exploring the main...

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode - face to faceCP220

An understanding of algorithms is vital for success in GCSE computer science. Students need to know how algorithms are designed to solve a problem, and how these designs are represented to other humans.Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key...

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Forward thinking in the science curriculum

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From examiners reports to influencing pupil outcomes in scienceRP353

Learn how to effectively use examiners reports to inform the development of your science teachers’ delivery of the curriculum in lessons. You will look at the most recent examiner reports to ensure that changes can be made to teaching schemes to impact the teaching and learning of your current examination...

Integrating climate change, the Arctic and Antarctica into teachingNW030

An interactive workshop helping Primary teachers to integrate climate change, the Arctic and Antarctica into their teaching, with plenty of opportunity for discussion and sharing ideas and experiences with each other. Aims:Give teachers the confidence to integrate climate change (including sustainability) and the...

Designing a healthier and brighter future with wearable technologyRP392

As devices get smaller and integrate better with mobile technology, the wearable technology market is growing at an astonishing rate. The opportunities for innovation and problem solving are plentiful, with varied career paths open to young people. Growing evidence reports that female students involved in making and...

Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004

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 CPD...