Primary programming and algorithms CL003 / D04
Summary
This course is delivered as part of the National Centre for Computing Education.
Programming and algorithms are fundamental to the primary computing curriculum. Algorithms are clear and unambiguous instructions to solve problems which can often be translated using a programming language for a computer to follow. By thinking computationally, children can harness the power of computers to extend their capabilities.
Teachers may wish to attend teaching and leading key stage 1 or key stage 2 computing before participating in this CPD
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.
The professional development will highlight the differences and commonalities across Key Stages 1 and 2, helping all primary teachers to plan for age-appropriate learning while developing an understanding of progression through computing.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
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Discover a range of different teaching techniques that are supported by research, to improve how your school delivers lessons that use algorithms and programming.
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Learn about debugging, sequence, repetition, selection and variable use and the common misconceptions that hinder pupil progress.
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Come away with lots of resources that you can use to develop how teachers in your schools understand, plan and teach computing.
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Understand what computational thinking is and how it affects teaching programming
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| KS1 - Primary programming and algorithms - day 1 | 21 January 2020 | 16:00-17:30 | Carrfield Primary Academy |
| KS1 - Primary Parogramming and algorithms - day 2 | 28 January 2020 | 16:00-17:30 | Carrfield Primary Academy |
| Primary Parogramming and algorithms - day 3 | 04 February 2020 | 09:00-15:00 | Carrfield Primary Academy |
Notes
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Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
Alternative dates
University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus, Gorway Road, Walsall WS1 3BD
Penryn Primary Academy, Treverbyn Rise, Penryn TR10 8RA
University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 1GB
Adastral Park, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich IP5 3RE
Sawtry Village Academy, Fen Lane, Sawtry, Huntingdon PE28 5TQ
St. George's School, Canterbury Road, Colchester CO2 7RU
Bingley Grammar School, Keighley Road, Bingley BD16 2RS
University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 1GB
Flying High Partnership (HQ), 2a Vickery Way, Chilwell, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6RY
City of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College, Leek Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2RU
Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5AG
Colham Manor Primary School, Violet Avenue, Hillingdon, Uxbridge UB8 3PT
University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus, Gorway Road, Walsall WS1 3BD
The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre, Denman Street West, Radford, Nottingham NG7 3AB
The Priory Federation of Academies trust, Clayton Road, Lincoln LN5 8RE
Anchorsholme Primary Academy, Eastpines Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 3RX
Norwich City College of Further and Higher Education, Ipswich Road, Norwich NR2 2LJ
Gurnard Primary School, Baring Road, Cowes PO31 8DS
University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 1GB
Rosendale Primary School, Rosendale Road, West Dulwich, London SE21 8LR
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