Introduction to primary computing - face to face CM004 / G02

Computing in primary schools is a practical, creative and knowledge-rich subject. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and confidence to get started on the journey to outstanding computing in your school, whether you’re a subject coordinator or another interested teacher.

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Introduction to primary computing

This course is delivered as part of the National Centre for Computing Education.

Who is it for?

New subject coordinators of primary computing, as well as other teachers interested in integrating computing into their classroom teaching.

Topics covered

• 01 | What is computing? Understand computing as a subject, a future career path, and a set of critical skills for modern life. Consider what outstanding teaching of computing for all should look like.
• 02 | The Computing Curriculum. Consider the computing teaching that currently happens in your classroom, and evaluate a range of high quality resources to help you develop towards outstanding learning.
• 03 | Getting started with teaching primary programming. Understand how computational thinking underpins learning of computer programming, and how algorithms form the basis of all programs.
• 04 | You don’t need to know everything! Navigate confidently through the vast range of support and resources available to help you develop your teaching of computing.