Essentials for teaching primary computing - residentialCP011

If you are new to teaching (or leading) primary computing, this CPD will develop your understanding of the three strands which make up the computing curriculum: computer science, information technology and digital literacy. You will look at the breadth and depth of each strand within the curriculum and explore...

Algorithms and programming for OCR GCSE specification - residentialCP269

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...

Data structures in A Level computer scienceCP502

Almost all programs process data in some form, data therefore needs to be stored in ways that mean it can be easily manipulated by program code. During this CPD you’ll learn how various data structures are used to organise and store data. You’ll learn about static and dynamic data structures; stacks and...

Assembly language in A Level computer scienceCP501

Dive into the world of assembly language; this CPD will develop both your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in relation to the use of this fundamental, low-level mode of programming for A Level computer science. During this two-hour course, you’ll learn the essentials of assembly language including...

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...

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?

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...

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...

KS3 creative computing curriculum - residentialCP295

Curriculum design is centre stage once more, and nowhere is an effective computing curriculum more vital than in KS3. During this two day residential, you will develop your curriculum design and implementation capability from the ground up, modelling effective practice and supporting you to develop a sequenced...

Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3 – face to faceCP278

This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, working towards grades 1 – 3 in GCSE computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding...

New to computing pathway - RemoteCP479

Computing is an evolving and exciting subject to teach, which opens up a variety of career options. This pathway will support you start your journey to becoming upskilled with the subject knowledge and confidence to teach computing. By booking onto this pathway, you’ll complete two of the following courses from...

New to computing pathway - Face to faceCP279

Computing is an evolving and exciting subject to teach, which opens up a variety of career options. This pathway will support you start your journey to becoming upskilled with the subject knowledge and confidence to teach computing. By booking onto this pathway, you’ll complete two of the following courses from...

Understanding algorithms for KS3 and GCSE computer science - residentialCP293

Throughout this two day residential, you’ll go deep into understanding algorithms. During the first day you’ll explore how to accurately read and construct algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode. You’ll explore the knowledge required up to and including GCSE; including how to use the core...

Computer systems and networking for GCSE computer science - residentialCP294

Throughout this two day residential, you’ll go deep into understanding computer systems and networking. During the first day you’ll explore how the input – process – output (IPO) model works within a computer system; how both input and output devices are used and the different types of storage...