Effective computing transition from KS2-3 CP415

Develop a transition project demonstrating knowledge, understanding and skills to support KS2 / KS3 teachers in ensuring the curriculum needs are met through the transition process.

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Summary

Transition between primary and secondary schools is a superb opportunity to promote continuity in subjects, there are many opportunities to explore computing as a subject, whilst bridging the gap and fostering relationships with local schools.

During this course, you will explore recent evidence on transition and its impact on students’ academic needs in terms of providing high-quality computing education and experiences. You will have the opportunity to consider how transition looks in your settings and highlight potential barriers and strategies to overcome them. Using case studies, the course allows for the consideration of best practices in the transition from KS2 to KS3.

You will have the opportunity to explore the new KS2–KS3 Transition Project, including a breakdown of how the sequence of lessons will work across the two phases, the technology used, and the benefits to students. You will consider how it can be delivered in your own school by collaborating with colleagues across primary and secondary settings to develop an action plan that you can take with you to initiate your transition project.

Who is it for?

This course is aimed at Key Stage 2 and 3 teachers, in particular those who maybe leading on transition.

During this course you’ll access the Teach Computing Curriculum materials, it’s highly recommended you create a free account prior to the course.

What topics are covered?

• 01 | The importance of transition – consider the theory and research around effective transition from KS2 to KS3, you will be able to focus on evidence which explores why getting transition right is so important for students whilst also considering under-represented groups and how transition can be used as a vehicle to promote engagement for these students. 
• 02 | The Teach Computing transition project – an opportunity to reflect upon ways the project can be delivered and designed to allow positive collaboration between primary and secondary schools.  Learn about the importance of physical computing and the impact it can have on engagement. Work with schools local to you to hold initial conversations around how the project could work for you. 

How will you learn?

Scheduled live, interactive online sessions led by an experienced practitioner.

How long is this course?

This short course lasts approximately 90 minutes.

Outcomes

By the end of this CPD you will be able to:

• understand the theory and research behind effective transition from KS2 to KS3 
• support learners from groups underrepresented in computing with transition, including engaging with the I Belong programme 
• explore how a joint programming project can be implemented locally to support transition