Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE (face to face)CP226

A high-quality computer science education equips students to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computer science forms the core of the computing national curriculum, a foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. If you’re...

Getting started with Python programming - residentialCP298

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. During this two day residential you’ll learn about the three main programming concepts, sequencing, selection and iteration; sub-routines including functions...

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - face to faceCP229

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this two-day course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration - face to faceCP223

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. Learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and...

Teaching GCSE computer science developing knowledge and understanding - face to faceCP241

GCSE Computer Science comprises a rich, knowledge-based curriculum. This CPD equips participants with effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments.During the course you will explore those pedagogy approaches which are proven to be the most...

AI and Ethics in GCSE computer scienceCP427

Immerse yourself into the ethical considerations of Artificial Intelligence, what does it mean for your students both for their examinations but also in everyday life. You may have been amazed at the power of generative AI but is it all good? What considerations should your students think about? We take you through a...

Artificial intelligence (AI) in Key Stage 3 computingCP442

During this short course you will learn how to use generative AI safely and innovatively within the KS3 computing curriculum. Generative AI can now be used to create a wide range of media assets, you'll explore various platforms which can be used to generate text, image and sound assets. Guided by your Professional...

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...

Functional programming crash courseCP508

Learn about a new topic from GCSE, the world of functional programming. You will learn about the paradigm that is very different from other programming paradigms.  This course covers part of the A Level AQA specification and isn’t a required element for OCR teachers. However, you may wish to upskill your...

Maths in primary computingCP418

This course will support you to develop an understanding of the links between maths and computing. Highlighting the overlap of subject knowledge and showing how to promote deeper connections in learning in  both subjects. You will investigate the strong parallels between computational thinking and...

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...

Teaching GCSE computer science pedagogy for programming - face to faceCP242

It is crucial that teachers have knowledge of programming, and can write programs that solve the problems posed in GCSE CS. Building on this solid base, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers. Making use of the latest evidence-based research and practice, participants will develop...

An Introduction to algorithms, programming and data in computer science - remoteCP428

Take your first steps towards teaching computer science and establish a foundational knowledge of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system used by computers to store and...

Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE - remoteCP426

A high-quality computer science education equips students to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computer science forms the core of the computing national curriculum, a foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. If you’re...