The internet and cyber security - remoteCP432

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...

Teach on the beach & brilliant bogs (Teachers in Wales)NW031

Suitable for Primary educators interested in using their local beach or bog for outdoor learning - facilitated by experts from Natural Resources Wales.A mostly practical, outdoors CPD event to develop confidence, knowledge and skills in relation to the Curriculum for Wales through connecting learners to the natural...

Science at Sea – STEM on HMS CarolineNN021

The unique setting for this course is HMS Caroline, a First World War-era naval vessel that has been transformed into a floating museum with a fascinating story to tell. Be immersed in life aboard this unique vessel – lone survivor of history’s greatest naval engagement…. the Battle of Jutland.This...

Teaching primary science: chemistryNE005

Teach primary science effectively by developing your subject knowledge and confidence in key science topics: materials and their properties, states of matter and changes in materials. Through the course, we will demonstrate common misconceptions children may have and show how to identify and overcome them through...

Search and sort algorithms - face to faceCP230

An understanding of algorithms is fundamental to success in GCSE computer science. To reach their full potential, students of GCSE computer science need to be confident in using decomposition and abstraction to solve problems.Explore how each of the core search and sort algorithms function; exploring how they...

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in GCSE computer science - face to faceCP238

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network.Learn about the different components of...

An introduction to algorithms, programming and data in GCSE computer science - face to faceCP228

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system and how it's used by...

Curriculum design for secondary school scienceNE209

Discover the key components of a strong secondary school science curriculum.  You will compare different styles of schemes of learning, investigate the evidence base behind different approaches and be able to articulate the choices for your own setting and context. Use your scheme of learning to develop...

Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection & iteration - remoteCP423

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. Learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and...

Fundamentals of computer networks - remoteCP422

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 wirelessly, and how this...

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode - remoteCP420

An understanding of algorithms is vital for success in 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 up to GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key...

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...