How to enrich your science curriculum by engaging with external STEM partnersRP716

This one day event delivered as a series of workshops which will give advice and tips on how to boost STEM engagement for your school or college. We will share our local knowledge of STEM providers we have worked with and help you plan an enriched STEM activity calendar for your school or college to engage your...

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...

Implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in your schoolCP255

Introducing assessment for learningNE711

 Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.“Learners do not always learn what we teach. That is why the most important assessment does not happen at the end of learning, it happens during the learning, when there is still time to do...

Introducing indiNS014

This course will provide an introduction to Sphero indi and how this resource can be used in an Early/First level setting to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts.  We will encourage hands on practical experience with indi via live sessions and self-study resources. There will also be a...

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - face to faceCP229

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this two-day course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data for D&T teachers - remoteCP429

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Introduction to databases and SQLCO225

During this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data. Along the way, you’ll learn about primary keys and table relationships, as well as how to create joins to search multiple tables. In the final week, you’ll finish by...

Introduction to Isaac GCSE computer science - short courseCP352

Isaac GCSE computer science is an exciting, free learning platform, aimed at supporting students with the subject knowledge required for GCSE. During this short course, you’ll learn about the features available on the Isaac GCSE computer science platform, including how to:• create a group (if you have your...

Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative, and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school whether you’re an early career teacher or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing.This CPD...

Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative, and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school whether you’re an early career teacher, or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing.This...

Introduction to Programming with ScratchCO232

Scratch is a powerful, visual programming environment that provides a great introduction to the world of programming. By snapping blocks together, you can create amazing animations and games which can support learning in computing, whilst using meaningful contexts from across the wider curriculum.In this course you...

Introduction to the micro:bit in key stage 2 - short courseCP292

Explore physical computing using the micro: bit device; finding out how it can be used to develop understanding of programming through creative digital projects.During this CPD, you’ll learn how to get started with the micro:bit, exploring the in-built buttons, LEDs, and sensors for detecting movement, sound,...

Introduction to the Teach Computing Curriculum - short courseCP461

Introduction to Web DevelopmentCO221

Learn the basics of web development. On this course, you will first build a website using HTML and then style it with CSS and make it interactive using JavaScript.Along the way you'll learn about the box model, which describes how websites are laid out by browsers, and about the Document Object Model, which your...