Introduction to Encryption and CryptographyCO220

Discover the history of encryption and learn how it's used in the modern world. On this course, you will learn about what encryption is and understand its use in the past by using the Caesar and Vigenère ciphers. You will also look at the present and future of encryption and investigate both symmetric and...

Introduction to Machine Learning and AICO231

From self-driving cars to determining someone's age, artificial intelligence (AI) systems trained with machine learning (ML) are being used more and more. But what is AI, and what does machine learning actually involve?

Understanding Maths and Logic in Computer ScienceCO213

The mathematical aspects of computer science can be difficult to understand and teach. On this course, you will be introduced to maths and logic in computing in an engaging way.Using the concept of an escape room, you will learn activities and games to help improve your knowledge and skills in this subject. You will...

STEM Clubs - Surviving and ThrivingSC102

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course explores key considerations of running a STEM club in the long term. It focusses on identifying the factors needed to support club progress and developing a club improvement plan that aids student...

Impact of Technology: How To Lead Classroom DiscussionsCO215

On this course, you will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science. You will build the skills needed to hold relevant, open, and exciting discussions in the classroom. You will develop strategies to help your students be productive and write long-form answers to...

Inclusion in Science ProgrammeIIS01

Inclusion in Science is ideal for any secondary teacher of science who is interested in closing attainment gaps by engaging hard to reach students, whilst enhancing their career. This is a course for individuals to improve their personal practice and will also put themselves in a strong position to lead inclusion...

Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207

On this course, you’ll explore programming in Python. You’ll discover basic programming concepts, learning how to understand the basics of python syntax and interpret error messages.Ultimately, you’ll use your new coding skills to create your first program - which will be able to solve a simple...

Space Education Quality Mark induction for secondary schoolsSE200

The Space Education Quality Mark (SEQM) is designed to support schools and colleges using the subject of space to inspire and engage their students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects.The SEQM is an award given to schools that have used the context of space to enhance learning across...

CPD Implementation: Networks, Safety & SecurityCZ102D

Implementation support - Remote drop-in sessions, around the theme of Networks, Safety & Security .These post-CPD interventions support the effective implementation and embedding of online, remote and face-to-face CPD – of particular benefit for Computing Cluster school staff who have attended CPD around...

Coaching & Mentoring: Professional Development Leader ProgrammeFD024R

This training is for Senior and Lead PDLs who are looking to engage with more school level support and who wish to develop their use of coaching techniques.

Quality assurance of NCCE Professional Development LeadersFD050R

Science in the early years - Making the most of misconceptions and working scientificallyRP050

Would you like to develop your understanding of how to embed working scientifically in your Early Years setting? This short online course will introduce you to some key strategies!You will explore a range of practical ideas linked to the EYFS framework that will enable you to plan and facilities learning opportunities...

Subject leadership: Providing the evidence for a subject discussionRP057

This course will support new and established subject leaders prepare for a deep dive or subject discussion in primary science. The activities in this course will enable you to communicate what you want pupils to learn and why. You will also be able to identify school-based evidence to support your discussions and...

Professional Development Leader Programme: School Level SupportFD021R

PDLs will participate in this session to understand the methods of engagement support and action planning needed to deliver the school engagement programme, including all of the resources and tools they will have at their disposal. 

Algebra for GCSE Science - a Professional Development Leader Programme courseFD015f

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality Mark and who want to offer maths in science sessions on behalf of their Science Learning Partnership.Develop subject knowledge and teaching strategies to confidently deliver mathematics elements of the GCSE science...