Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-olds CO042 / A24
Summary
Whether stand-alone, connected in a local network or plugged into the internet, computers are central to many everyday tasks and routines. It's important for young people to develop their knowledge of how these devices work, so that they can appreciate the impacts that computers and networks have on the world around them.
On this course you'll explore how you can build up young learners' knowledge in an age-appropriate manner. You'll think about how you can to help your learners recognise information technology and how computers process an input to give an output. You'll learn about the key pieces of technology that allow us to connect computers into networks, and the advantages that networks can bring. You'll also consider how you can make the concept of a computer network relatable to young children. You'll investigate computer systems consisting of multiple devices working together. Finally, you will consider both the advantages of challenges that being able to work together collaboratively across a network brings.
Who is it for?
Primary teachers who are new to teaching computer systems and networks, or who would like to develop their understanding. Primary subject leaders.
What topics are covered?
- Technology, information technology and computers
- What is a network?
- The internet
- Communication and collaboration online
- Information technology Systems
How will you learn?
This online, self-paced course can be completed flexibly. You can join and start this course at any time after the advertised start date, have access to the course for a year, and can benefit from facilitation by expert Professional Development Leaders during the following period:
- 16th Sept – 22nd Sept: week 1
- 23rd Sept – 30th Sept: week 2
- 11th Nov - 17th Nov: week 1
- 18th Nov - 24th Nov: week 2
Don’t worry if you’ve missed the facilitation windows, you can still benefit from the contributions of others.
How long is this course?
This is approximately 8 hours of self-directed learning.
Who is the course leader?
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This is a self-paced Online Course
The course leader will be introduced in the course.
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Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Explain the input, process, output (IPO) model of computing.
- Evaluate the impacts of computing systems and networks on everyday life.
- Model a computer network with your class.
- Summarise ways in which people can communicate and collaborate over the internet.
- Introduce your pupils to IT systems that span multiple networks.
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-olds | 01 September 2024 | 00:00-23:00 |
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Additional information
Are you a state-funded Special School or PRU unit? You may be eligible for reduced course fees and even subsidies. Get in touch to check your eligibility and book your place directly. You can see our fees and subsidy information here.
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