Using MyLearning for asynchronous or blended facilitationFD020

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

Establishing a STEM club - from creation to careersSC101

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course will take you through the process of planning a school science, technology, engineering or maths club, from developing a proposal and setting objectives, to creating a marketing campaign, developing...

An Introduction to Computer Networking for TeachersCO214

Explore the fundamentals of computer networking with this online course for GCSE teachers. You will improve your understanding of key concepts and gain the confidence to teach the subject in the classroom.On this course, you will learn to describe the different types of computer networks and understand how data can be...

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer SystemsCO218

On this course, you will explore how embedded systems are used in the world around us.You will learn what makes an embedded system different from a general purpose system (such as a PC) and discover how embedded systems are specialised for a particular use case.As you explore the iterative design process, you will...

Get started with the Teach Computing Curriculum in your primary schoolCO040

Find out how how to use the Teach Computing Curriculum to teach computing to primary school pupils. In this course you will explore freely available resources, looking at how they support the development of subject knowledge and skills in computing.  This will ensure that you can deliver the curriculum...

Introduction to Cybersecurity for TeachersCO216

Teaching cybersecurity in schools is an important way to help students stay safe while using technology. On this course, teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom.You will learn the different attacks that individuals and devices are vulnerable to and how to...

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...

New to computing – intensive CPDCP285

The ‘new to computing’ pathway provides subject knowledge enhancement for new to computing teachers, up to and including GCSE Computer Science. Whether you’ve recently qualified as a computing specialist teacher; or if you’re looking to add computing as a second specialism this CPD will guide...

Digital multimedia in the primary classroomNC008

Teaching different subject areas using technology can be engaging and rewarding for children. Using multimedia technology to record learning can be an engaging alternative to writing. As well as developing learning of subject knowledge in the different STEM subjects, use of multimedia can also help support the...