CSA in the summer - new to algorithms and programming track CJ482 / E01

Start date
29 Jun 21
Duration
10 Hours
Learning Method
Remote Delivered CPD

Summary

The ‘new to computing’ track provides subject knowledge enhancement for new to computing teachers, up to and including GCSE Computer Science. Whether you’re looking further ahead to September; if you’ve recently qualified as a computing specialist teacher; or if you’re looking to add computing as a second specialism this CPD will guide you through a supported introduction to computer science.
The ‘CSA in the summer’ CPD package will provide you the opportunity to develop your computing subject knowledge leading towards recognised certification. You'll be supported along the way by experienced teaching professionals, among a group of your peers. You'll participate in live remote CPD and mentored online CPD on-demand.
With a choice of course options available, you'll become confident in supporting students of computing. You'll take-away ready-to-use and successful teaching approaches from experienced teachers, supported by the latest research and evidence.
Over the summer period, you’ll complete two courses. You can find out which courses by selecting a course date:
A bursary is available upon completion of the CS Accelerator programme - for information see this page.

Who is it for?

This track is intended for teachers who are new to computing, wanting to learn more about the knowledge required to deliver the computing curriculum. No prior knowledge is required to attend this CPD. 

How will you learn?

Scheduled live, interactive online sessions led by an experienced practitioner. Flexible facilitator-supported, participant-led tasks, involving deep exploration of the subject content.

How long is the course?

You’ll complete two courses from the Computer Science Accelerator programme, totalling approximately 10 hours, split across multiple days. Online courses are also available free of charge, these are available to complete before, alongside or after the remote courses. You can find out more information about associated online courses via the CSA in the summer blog. 

Who is the course leader?

Outcomes

By the end of this CPD track / package you will be able to:

Introduction to algorithms, programming and data in computer science:

  • Learn about algorithms, how they are usually represented, and some of their most common applications
  • Recognise and use the basic building blocks of programming: sequence, selection and repetition
  • Understand how binary, denary and hexadecimal are used to represent numbers, and why this is important for computer science

Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration:

  • Develop some basic program constructs using variables, handling user input and output to the screen
  • Follow the flow of a program, identifying values held in variables at different stages of execution
  • Create and control indefinite loop structures in programs

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
1 CSA in the summer - new to computing track29 June 202109:00-10:00Virtual
2 CSA in the summer - new to computing track29 June 202110:00-11:00Virtual
3 CSA in the summer - new to computing track29 June 202111:00-12:00Virtual
4 CSA in the summer - new to computing track29 June 202112:00-13:00Virtual
5 CSA in the summer - new to computing track29 June 202113:00-14:00Virtual
6 CSA in the summer - new to computing track01 July 202109:00-10:00Virtual
7 CSA in the summer - new to computing track01 July 202110:00-11:00Virtual
8 CSA in the summer - new to computing track01 July 202111:00-12:00Virtual
9 CSA in the summer - new to computing track01 July 202113:00-13:00Virtual
10 CSA in the summer - new to computing track01 July 202113:00-14:00Virtual

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