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...

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 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,...

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...

Leading and developing an inclusive primary science curriculum for pupils with SENDNY043

Teaching pupils with any degree of SEND can present challenges for supporting them to access the entire curriculum.Alongside colleagues at the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT), we have developed a two day programme aimed specifically at primary teachers which will cover aspects of adaptive teaching, vocabulary...

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 provide professional support and development to others.Identifying where your school is now in...

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...

Let's play @ computer scienceNS010

Linking STEM curriculum learning to careersNE712

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date. Enhance your role as a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) subject teacher by linking curriculum learning to careers. Through weekly tasks, you will identify how to adapt your STEM...

Linking your STEM curriculum to careersRP382

Makey makey maker spaceNS008

This course will provide the opportunity and resources for hands on practical exploration to build confidence in using the Makey Makey. We will look at simple code and design projects, then will look at how the Makey Makey can be used to design and develop creative approaches to interdisciplinary projects. We will...

Making STEM a focus for your careers strategyRP383

This professional development experience is designed to support Governors and leadership teams to understand the contribution that STEM career learning bring to a school careers strategy.This short course forms part of our suite of STEM Career professional development modules that can be accessed via our Science...

Marty v2NS021

This course will provide an introduction to Marty V2, and how this fantastic resource can be used to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts across the primary setting. While this PL is targeted primarily at First/Second level, Marty V2 can be used as an unplugged Computing Science resource or...

Measuring impact and gaining recognition - STEM Club WorkshopGX004

Meet micro:bit v2NS011

This course will provide an introduction to computer science covering First and Second level evidencing why it is so important for our learners.  It will provide practical workshops introducing and using Micro:bit version 2, allowing delegates to explore the purpose of a Micro:bit, how to programme the Micro:bit...