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...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Pathfinding algorithms are used to find solutions to a given problem, using the shortest path between a set of points. These problems are commonplace, from satellite navigation systems to internet packet routing. During this course you’ll learn how the Dijkstra’s and A* search algorithms function.You...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Effective teaching includes the skilful use of assessment, to monitor children’s knowledge and understanding, and to overcome misconceptions. Accurate assessment informs adapted teaching, allowing teachers to build upon previous learning and supporting development of ideas and skills through the whole computing...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location	Cheltenham
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

An understanding of both algorithms and programming is vital for success in GCSE computer science. During this two-day residential you’ll learn the fundamentals of both topics, aligned to the OCR J277 9-1 GCSE computer science specification.During day 1 you’ll focus on representing algorithms using...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location	York
Duration	2 Days
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £410.00

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...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Physical computing involves programming digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. It touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum, bringing subject knowledge and programming skills to engaging and enjoyable classroom activities.The Crumble...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location	Dartford
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

The national curriculum states that teachers should develop pupils’ spoken language, reading, writing and vocabulary as integral aspects of the teaching of every subject. This CPD will support you to do just this in computing. You will learn how to embed the teaching of vocabulary effectively throughout your...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location	Leicester
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This short introductory course demonstrates the value that STEM Ambassadors can add to the computing curriculum and the extra-curricular offer. Bringing these industry volunteers into the classroom can help make computing more relevant to young people, allowing them to consider computing as a future study and career...

Start date	10 Dec 2024
Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Moving into curriculum leadership can feel like be a big step. Whether you are new to the role, or looking to progress in the future, this course will build confidence and clarity allowing you to succeed.Written by experienced department leaders, and based in the most recent evidence of 'what works', you'll come away...

Start date	11 Dec 2024
Location	St Austell
Duration	2 Days
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

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...

Start date	11 Dec 2024
Location	York
Duration	10 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Physical computing involves using digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. Physical computing touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum. Data loggers are digital devices which can record and store data over time. Data loggers can store a...

Start date	11 Dec 2024
Location	Dartford
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Computing offers great opportunities to autistic young people, but effective teaching and curriculum planning can be challenging. This CPD, developed for teachers in special schools and autism units, uses evidence-based approaches and draws on the experience and knowledge of successful teachers. You’ll consider...

Start date	12 Dec 2024
Location	Stoke-on-Trent
Duration	5 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This conference will help primary computing leaders to clarify their role and develop and implement a broad and balanced curriculum. You will learn how best to lead the improvement of computing teaching and learning, and to provide professional support and development to others.Identifying where your school is now in...

Start date	12 Dec 2024
Location	Oxford
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

An opportunity to hear from  experienced department leaders, and based in the most recent evidence of 'what works', you'll come away with an informed set of goals and the tools to make it happen. Taking place across multiple sessions, you’ll get inspirational ideas and make connections with other...

Start date	12 Dec 2024
Location	Oxford
Duration	10 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00