Developing and supporting programming within your primary school- face to face CC003 / C25
Summary
Programming is large part of the computing curriculum and one which is taught in each year group at primary school. This course will ensure subject leaders are confident in supporting colleagues to understand what primary programming entails; from developing simple algorithms to designing programs to meet specific goals and all the steps in-between.
During this course, you will discover engaging and effective ways to help children develop their ideas around programming, considering how algorithms are developed and can be developed into programs. A range of approaches will be explored, including ‘unplugged’ activities that require no computer and on-screen programming environments such as Scratch Jr and Scratch. You’ll also explore approaches for effectively teaching programming to motivate a wide range of learners.
You will develop your understanding of progression across KS1 and KS2 in programming helping you plan for age-appropriate learning and ensuring you are able to support colleague’s understanding of programming within your school.
This course is delivered as part of the National Centre for Computing Education.
Who is it for?
Primary computing leaders, looking to develop their own teaching and that of their colleagues.
What topics are covered?
01 | Understanding Programming look at the bigger picture of the progression of algorithms and programming across the key stages and how to utilise strategies like Semantic waves and pedagogies like PRIMM and Use, Modify Create.
02 | KS1 programming progression apply evidence-based teaching approaches to build children’s understanding of algorithms and programming in key stage 1 utilising pedagogy and Scratch JR.
03 | KS2 programming progression apply evidence-based teaching approaches to build children’s understanding of programming in key stage 2 utilising pedagogy and Scratch.
04 | Supporting others to teach programming Explore different approaches to raise the profile of programming in the curriculum, supporting and raising the confidence of teachers' delivery.
How will you learn?
You’ll discuss issues with peers and an experienced course leader, comparing practice and learning strategies that are based in evidence. Personalised action planning will help you prioritise next steps for you and your school, ensuring you gain maximum benefit from the CPD.
How long is this course?
This course is a single day involving 5 hours of learning.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- explain the progression of programming through KS1 and KS2
- demonstrate how algorithms lead into programs and explain this to others
- describe effective approaches to teaching programming and identify what this looks like in the classroom
- use online tools (e.g. Scratch and Scratch Jr ) to teach programming to both teachers and pupils
- support teachers within your school to deliver effective programming lessons within KS1 and KS2
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary programming and algorithms - day 1 | 25 November 2024 | 09:00-15:30 | University of Derby |
Notes
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Additional information
Are you a state-funded Special School or PRU unit? You may be eligible for reduced course fees and even subsidies. Get in touch to check your eligibility and book your place directly. You can see our fees and subsidy information here.
Alternative dates
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Wilfred Owen Primary School, The Monkmoor Campus, Woodcote Way, Shrewsbury SY2 5SH
University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus, Gorway Road, Walsall WS1 3BD
Pix Brook Academy, Arlesey Road, Stotfold SG5 4HB
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
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
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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