Developing computing in EYFS NC001

Explore practical ideas and opportunities for developing computing in EYFS. Consider how computational thinking fits into the EYFS framework and how technology can be used purposefully to support learning in an EYFS setting.

Summary

You will gain support, as an EYFS practitioner, to identify opportunities for children to engage with technology and computing within an Early Years setting. Looking at practical ideas, you will also consider progression of ideas and skills as children move into key stage 1, preparing them for successful transition and future progress.

You will learn about computational thinking and how this forms part of early learning across areas of the EYFS framework. You will also explore how technology and computing can be integrated into 'understanding the world' and the wider framework, ensuring you are confident in finding and integrating opportunities for this vital subject with young learners.

Who is it for?

EYFS practitioners, computing subject leaders

What topics are covered?

engaging activities to use with young children to support learning
practical ways of developing awareness of technology
planning learning experiences that allow children to explore the digital world
using technology to explore the world around us and communicate ideas
using technology purposefully to support learning through in EYFS

How will you learn?

Face to face

How long is this course?

1 day

Outcomes

You will be able to:

identify opportunities for computing in EYFS framework
understand computational thinking and how this can be developed throughout the EYFS
understand how technology can be used purposefully to support learning in EYFS
explore practical activities for developing computing and computational thinking in EYFS