Primary Computing

An Introduction to Primary Computing

This CPD helps teachers to understand the nature of computing in the curriculum, the breadth and depth of computer science, digital literacy and information technology. You will gain hands-on experience of teaching different aspects of computing, evaluating high-quality resources that can be used in your classroom. You’ll also begin to develop your knowledge of computer programming, and its teaching in key stages 1 and 2. There’s a wide network of teacher communities, resources and professional development opportunities to take you further in the teaching of computing – this course will guide you towards the most reliable and accessible sources of help.

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Primary Programming and Algorithms

Programming and algorithms are fundamental to the primary computing curriculum.  During this one-day professional development, you will discover engaging and effective ways to help children use computational thinking. You will be equipped to develop their knowledge of how technology works, and the skills to make computers follow instructions in simple programs. A range of approaches will be explored, including ‘unplugged’ activities that require no computer, and multimedia activities that allow creativity and promote widespread engagement.

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Teaching and Leading Key Stage 1 Computing – Module 1

Computing is a rich and relevant subject. It includes the foundational knowledge of computer science, the applications of information technology and the implications for digital literacy in the modern world.

This CPD aims to give you confidence in teaching the whole of the key stage 1 computing curriculum.

By unpicking the curriculum, you will gain a clear vision of the expectations for this key stage. You will develop your knowledge of computers in all their forms, as well as the benefits and the risks associated with connecting them across the internet. You will also discover easy-to-implement and age-appropriate data collection, analysis and sharing methods and projects.

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Teaching and Leading Key Stage 1 Computing Module 2

Building on your knowledge of computer science, you will dive deeper into digital literacy and information technology. You will take-away engaging ways to use software creatively, supporting other areas of curriculum learning. Combining free and accessible online tools, you will develop the skills and ideas to support creative projects produced by your children. You’ll also gain a clear understanding of how the computing curriculum relates to whole-school online safety practice.

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Teaching and Leading KS2 Computing – Module 1

Through key stage 2, the computing curriculum aims to deepen understanding of computer science, information technology and digital literacy. Children become more skilled, and critical, users of technology, choosing tools that help them achieve their goals while developing safe, and acceptable, online behaviours. This CPD, the first of two modules, seeks to broaden your understanding across the whole computing curriculum. You will demystify computers, developing understanding of data fundamentals such as binary, and learning how the parts of a computer system handle this data to carry out useful tasks. You will strengthen your knowledge of computer networks, including the internet and technologies such as search engines and email that make use of it.

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Teaching and Leading Key Stage 2 Computing – Module 2

This CPD follows on from the first module to fully cover the KS2 computing curriculum. Skilfully combining a wide range of software applications and multimedia such as video, images and sound, you will be better able to support children in creative and engaging project work across the whole primary curriculum. They will develop their ability to select the right tool for the job, then use them in a considered, effective way.

This will lead towards a project combining a range of skills based on collecting, analysing and presenting data. This maps closely to the expectations of the maths curriculum.

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