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Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computingComputational thinking lies at the heart of the national curriculum. It includes the key building blocks for success in computing such as using abstraction to simplify problems, or how...

Physical computing kit - KS4 Raspberry Pi Pico - short courseCP254

Physical computing links to many aspects of the GCSE CS specification, and is a powerful means to engage students with programming projects. The Raspberry Pi Pico is an easy-to-use micro-controller device that attaches to an existing computer, making writing and downloading programs...

Robotics and the foundation phase. Teachers in Wales only.NW039

FOR TEACHERS IN WALES ONLY:
During this half day session teachers will work with researchers from The Psychology Department of Cardiff University to investigate the use of computing and robotics with FP pupils.
The session is structured as follows:
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Space workshopsNN700

This course is essential if you are looking for ideas to integrate Space into your teaching at KS2, KS3 or KS4. There will be workshops signposting you to resources and ideas, competitions and school trips, a chance to hear about Space Industry opportunities within NI, and practical...

Physical computing kit - KS3 micro:bit - short courseCP253

Learning computing with the micro:bit has been proven to raise interest and enjoyment among KS3 learners, and increase the number of girls interested in further study. It provides an engaging way to develop subject knowledge, through fun projects that provide instant feedback to...

Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short courseCP252

Physical computing involves programming digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. It touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum, bringing subject knowledge and programming skills to engaging and enjoyable classroom activities.The Crumble...

Diagnostic assessment for GCSE computer science - short courseCP412

Assessment of subject knowledge is important to inform teaching. This short session introduces the free, quality-assured test banks provided by the National Centre for Computing Education, designed to reduce teacher workload. Two assessment packages will be presented:Diagnose gaps in KS3...

Technology = fun, engaging and meaningful learningNW038

 A course for teachers in Wales only.
This course is for teachers who want to use technology to make learning fun, engaging and meaningful.
Easy to use, accessible on most devices and mostly free, the tools can be used across the curriculum.
The course...

New to computing – residentialCP280

The ‘new to computing’ pathway provides subject knowledge enhancement for new to computing teachers, up to and including GCSE Computer Science. Whether you’ve recently qualified as a computing specialist teacher; or if you’re looking to add computing as a second specialism this CPD will guide...

Teaching advanced GCSE computer science pathway - Face to FaceCP281

Designed for teachers who are already confident in subject knowledge up to GCSE level, the ‘teaching advanced GCSE computer science’ track will help those looking to improve student progress and attainment even further.
This CPD package will provide you the...

Enriching secondary computing with STEM Ambassadors in your region - short courseCP446

This short introductory course demonstrates the value that STEM Ambassadors can add to the computing curriculum and the extra-curricular offer. Bringing these industry volunteers into the classroom can help make computing more relevant to young people, allowing them to consider computing as a future study and career...

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...

Teaching GCSE computer science developing knowledge and understanding - face to faceCP241

GCSE Computer Science comprises a rich, knowledge-based curriculum. This CPD equips participants with effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments.During the course you will explore those pedagogy approaches which are proven to be the most...

Teaching GCSE computer science pedagogy for programming - face to faceCP242

It is crucial that teachers have knowledge of programming, and can write programs that solve the problems posed in GCSE CS. Building on this solid base, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers. Making use of the latest evidence-based research and practice, participants will develop...

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