Python programming: analysis, design and evaluation - remoteCP464

Develop your Python programming skills by exploring the analysis, design and evaluation stages of the software development life cycle. This course progresses from Python fundamentals to a comprehensive understanding of how sophisticated programs emerge from methodical development processes.You’ll develop your...

Python programming: working with data - remoteCP433

As you progress beyond the basics of Python programming, this course will help you develop the level of programming skill required for upto GCSE computer science. You’ll go further through the fundamentals of programming, with lots of hands-on experience under the guidance of highly successful teachers of...

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...

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode for AQA specificationCP420B

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. This course references the AQA 8525 9-1 GCSE Computer Science specification.During this course, you’ll develop your...

Representing algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode for OCR specificationCP420A

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. This course references the OCR J277 9-1 GCSE Computer Science specification.During this course, you’ll develop your...

Search and sort algorithms - remoteCP430

Solving computational problems in KS3 computingCP436

The National Curriculum in computing aims to enable learners to repeatedly analyse problems in computational terms, and to write programs that solve such problems. This is central to the development of computational thinking.Through the application of rich subject knowledge, including algorithm and program design and...

Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CP478

This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, working towards grades 1 – 3 in GCSE computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding...

Teaching GCSE computer science: improving student engagement - remoteCP447

Teaching primary computing through contexts - residentialCP405

By using curriculum and real-world contexts, you can teach aspects of computing using contexts from other curriculum subjects. This shows children how computing links to the world around them, supporting learning by making it more relevant and ensuring that all aspects of computing are taught effectively.Using...

Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr - remoteCP455

Programming is a key element of the primary computing curriculum. During this one-day professional development, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to teach programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr. You will be introduced to and use the fundamental concepts of sequence, repetition, selection,...

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...

Help! How do I lead primary computing? - residentialCP015

If you are new to leading primary computing, this CPD will develop your understanding of the role of a subject leader and support you to plan for improvements across the school. After helping you understand your role as a leader of computing, day one will dive into curriculum and assessment. You’ll explore your...

Leading and assessing primary computing - residentialCP016

Whether you are new to the role of computing subject leader or have been the leader for a couple of years, you will be supported to bring about change at a whole school level. Day one will focus on raising the profile of computing in your school, though enriching the curriculum and bringing staff on board with the...

Databases for A-level Computer ScienceCP507

Learn about a new topic from GCSE, the world of databases. We will discuss the key terminology you need to learn to teach the students in your classes. You will learn the skill of normalising a database right from 1st normal form to 3rd normal form which, is a topic many students find a challenge. As well as...