Introducing indiNS014

This course will provide an introduction to Sphero indi and how this resource can be used in an Early/First level setting to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts.  We will encourage hands on practical experience with indi via live sessions and self-study resources. There will also be a...

Cyber security in your primary schoolNC020

As our reliance on the internet grows, it’s important that we protect ourselves from cyber-attacks. From understanding how cyber-attacks are developed, to prevention methods; this short course supports schools in developing understanding of cyber security and provides advice on the best methods for ensuring a...

Teaching and learning with Microsoft Office at primaryNC015

This course develops teacher confidence using a range of Microsoft tools across the primary curriculum. Participants will develop digital skills, enhance teaching approaches, and create innovative learning experiences using Microsoft products. Key aspects include:Empowering educators - the course ensures that teachers...

Teaching and learning with Google Suite at primaryNC013

Teachers will learn how to make most of the existing software available in your school. They will become more confident in developing and supporting colleagues, building confidence using these tools across your school.Teachers will learn effective approaches to teach using Google Suite. They will ensure the digital...

Facilitating effective professional development in scienceFD104

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are undertaking Stage 1 of the Professional Development Leader Development Programme and who wish to become accredited with CPD Quality MarkYou should have completed FD101 and FD102 before completing this course.This course looks at what can help...

Facilitating with STEM LearningFD102

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are undertaking Stage 1 of the Professional Development Leader Programme and who wish to become accredited with CPD Quality MarkYou should have completed FD101 before completing this course. This course will enable participants to understand more about...

Professional Development Leader Programme - Stage 2 module oneFD201

Professional Development Leader Programme - Stage 2 module twoFD202

Using MyLearning as a Professional Development LeaderFD019

This short course will support you with understanding the functionality of the platform and will explain the rationale behind some of the components that you will find when leading CPD.

Adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum for mixed-year classes - short courseCP404

A short course providing practical guidance on adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum to suit your own mixed-age setting.The Teach Computing Curriculum is based on a learning progression from Year 1 through to Year 6, with content being organised into year groups. This spiral curriculum approach allows for skills to...

Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

Careers and enrichment in primary computing with STEM Ambassadors - short courseCP441

Children begin to make decisions about their future at an early age. This means it is crucial that children’s experience includes career-linked learning in computing as well as authentic experiences with a range of job roles. This helps to enable children to see the relevance of computing and may also help to...

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your primary school - short courseCP403

Explore the Computing Quality Framework to identify and support change within your school. You will find out about the framework and how to review their progress in developing computing provision. You will explore the dimensions within the framework and find out how they relate to computing within a school. Learning...

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 1 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 1 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that you will...

Getting started in year 2 - short courseCP466

This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 2 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 2 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that you will...